In Memory: Stanley H. Block (1932-2025). His legacy and guidance will continue through our service to clients.
If you owe the IRS or State of Maryland back taxes but are unable to pay them because of other financial obligations, you might be eligible for Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status. CNC status is a special designation which gives taxpayers a temporary hold on collections, during which time they are “protected” from collection efforts. […]
Myths surrounding income taxes are as common as mosquitoes this time of year. Everyone wants to save money (we want you to save money, too), but people have a habit of believing these myths and getting into hot water with the IRS or State of Maryland. Some of these tall tales are actually rooted in […]
If someone has stolen your identity, there are several outcomes, and none of them are pretty. Identity theft can decimate your credit, empty your bank account, and rack up your bills — fast! Not only that, but identity thieves also sometimes use their victims’ identities to file fraudulent returns and steal their refunds. In fact, […]
Tax scams are one of those misfortunes that most people believe they’ll never have to deal with. Unfortunately, these scams are far more common than you might think, and they can affect many aspects of your life, such as your bank account, your credit score, and even your personal property and business assets — among […]
S.H. Block Tax Services recently expanded our staff by welcoming Eric M. Bielitz to our dedicated team. Mr. Bielitz has joined the firm as an associate attorney focusing on tax resolution. He began working with S.H. Block Tax Services in February of 2018, but his interest in the law goes back much further than his […]
When individuals and small business owners get in over their heads with their taxes, they often contact a tax resolution attorney to help them square their problems with the IRS or their state government — and with good reason! Most tax resolution lawyers have years of specialized training and experience working with clients just like […]
America’s tax history might be the most complicated of any modern nation. To celebrate our Independence Day, we decided to delve into that history and explore some of the historic moments that helped shape our modern income tax system. Read on to learn more.
If you fail to file your tax returns for one or more years, you might get an unpleasant surprise and find that the IRS has filed a substitute tax return on your behalf. When the IRS or State of Maryland decides to do this, they simply base the substitute return on whatever information they have […]
Every year, millions of Americans feel a twinge of worry and doubt when they finalize their tax returns with their signature and e-file or mail them to the IRS and their state government. Their anxiety is justified, as seemingly minor mistakes can land taxpayers in serious hot water, even after filing an amended return. These […]
Losing a close friend or loved one is always a heartbreaking event, but when that loss is coupled with the responsibilities of managing their estate, the ensuing stress and grief can feel overwhelming. If you have been named as the administrator for a loved one’s estate, the following information should alleviate some of that stress, […]
