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Understanding Your Collection Due Process (CDP) Rights

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If you have an outstanding tax debt and you’re facing collection actions, you may want to consider a collection due process (CDP) appeal. A CDP appeal offers you an opportunity to pause IRS collections and speak directly with an IRS settlement officer. These officers have significant power and can approve a resolution that normal IRS employees would never be able to approve.

However, the CDP appeals process can be intimidating and confusing for many taxpayers. If you’re considering a CDP appeal or are currently facing liens and levies from the IRS, read this article to learn more about your rights and the appeals process.

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A Quick Guide to the IRS’ Fresh Start Program

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If you’ve heard about the IRS’ Fresh Start program for tax debt relief, you may be wondering whether you qualify and what options are available to you. Fresh Start is a helpful initiative that makes it easier for some taxpayers to pay their back taxes and avoid bad consequences like liens, levies, and wage garnishments.

However, there’s also a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding about Fresh Start. The program isn’t a magic wand that can wave away your tax problems. If you want to take advantage of the tax relief programs available under Fresh Start, you’ll need to understand your options and get prepared for a process that’s rarely simple.

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Have Tax Issues? Know Your Taxpayer Rights

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When you’re dealing with an IRS audit or threatening letters and collections based on outstanding tax liability, it’s easy to feel powerless. What can you do when a federal agency has it out for you?

One of the great things about living in the United States is that our government recognizes that people have certain rights that can never be taken away. Our Constitution describes these rights in the Bill of Rights, which are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. So, no matter how bad your tax situation seems, no matter the amount of tax debt, and no matter how aggressive the IRS’ tactics feel, remember: you have rights!

Your strategies to deal with your tax problems should begin with that knowledge. In this article, we’ll outline some of your key legal rights when you’re dealing with a tax issue.

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Is It Worth It to Create a Single-Member LLC?

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Working for yourself is both rewarding and challenging. You’re in complete control of your business, but it can also be tough to get others to recognize you as a real business.

For some people, a limited liability company (LLC) provides a solution. An LLC can offer a bridge between operating as a sole proprietorship and acting as a corporation for tax purposes. And for individuals who are also their whole business, a single-member LLC (SMLLC) is a great place to start.

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Help — I’m Being Audited by the IRS, and I Have No Receipts!

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It’s the type of nightmare that could make a person wake up in a cold sweat: you get a letter that says the IRS is going to audit your business, and you haven’t kept any kind of organized records. You’re missing all sorts of documentation and receipts for business expenses.

If you’re facing this worst-case scenario, you’re probably a little stressed. We’re here to help, and to tell you that you can get through this — you don’t need to flee to Mexico or buy a fake mustache and glasses. In this article, we’ll talk through your situation and explain how to put yourself in the best possible position to survive your audit.

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Buying a House With a Tax Lien? Here’s What You Should Know

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You’ve done it! After months of saving, searching, and paperwork, you’ve found the house of your dreams. But as you proceed with the deal, you got a nasty surprise: the current owners didn’t pay their property taxes for several years, resulting in the IRS putting a lien on the house. You are in love with the property but don’t know what to do about the lien, and your realtor is advising you to walk away.

If you’re facing this stressful situation, you should understand what a tax lien is, what it takes to get rid of one, and what to do next. Keep reading to learn more.

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How Will Coronavirus Relief Affect My Business Taxes Next Year?

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The coronavirus pandemic has impacted our economy, businesses, and lives in unprecedented ways. Many businesses found themselves in an uncertain position as we began to feel the full effects of the shutdown.

To try and prevent economic disaster, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act on March 27, 2020. The law provides more than $2 trillion in relief to protect Americans from the economic impact of the virus.

As part of this program, businesses can apply for and receive support for the cost of payroll, overhead, and other business expenses. However, because the COVID-19 crisis and the resulting supportive programs are so unprecedented, many people are unclear how these relief efforts will impact business taxes next year. In this blog, we’ll break down what you need to know.

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How to Solve Tax Problems

These 5 Methods Can Solve Most Tax Problems

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Millions of Americans struggle with tax issues every year, from minor debts and unfiled returns to liens, levies, and garnishments. If you’re struggling with an unresolved tax issue, keep reading and learn about several proven tax resolution methods that may be able to solve your problem.

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Your Family Business Tax Questions, Answered

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Did you know that family businesses create 78 percent of new U.S. jobs and employ 60 percent of our national workforce? Family businesses are an essential part of our economy, and a family business can be a special thing — in more ways than one.

When it comes to taxes, family businesses have some unique considerations. While most of the differences are benefits for the family business owner, the extra rules can seem confusing. And if you make a mistake, you could end up facing fees, penalties, or even a tax audit. In this blog article, we’ll try to help by answering some of the most common questions about tax treatments and employment tax rules for family business owners.

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I’m Unemployed and Owe Taxes — What Should I Do?

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Many people are struggling right now, especially those individuals who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19 while also dealing with frustrating back taxes.

When it comes to being unemployed and owing back taxes, there’s reason for optimism. While there are some instances where federal tax laws might result in new costs for the unemployed (unemployment compensation is taxable), most tax statutes are structured to help alleviate the financial burden of being unemployed with tax debt. Most importantly, there will be no interruption of your unemployment benefits as we weather the storm of the coronavirus pandemic.

If you’re currently unemployed and owe back taxes, you have several viable options to stay afloat during these challenging times. Please keep reading to learn how to delay payment or resolve back taxes if you’re currently unemployed.

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