Every year the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) helps thousands of people with tax problems. This is only one of many examples of how TAS helps resolve taxpayer issues. Taxpayer advocates from coast to coast, including Puerto Rico, held a combined … Read More
Monthly Archives: February 2020
Treasury and IRS announce the appointment of Erin M. Collins as the National Taxpayer Advocate
The U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have announced the appointment of Ms. Erin M. Collins to serve as the new National Taxpayer Advocate. Ms. Collins has a distinguished career in tax law, beginning as an attorney in … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: I got an IRS notice or letter- Now what do I do?
The IRS will send a notice or a letter for any number of reasons, including: A specific issue on your federal tax return or account; Explaining changes to your return or account, asking for more information, or requesting a payment. … Read More
TAS TAX TIP: Choosing the correct filing status for your tax return
Sometimes we see confusion about which filing status people should choose when filing their tax return. Did you know IRS.gov has an online application to help you decide? They do, it’s called What Is My Filing Status? What You’ll Need … Read More
NTA Blog: The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel is now recruiting volunteers
Subscribe to the NTA’s Blog and receive updates on the latest blog posts from Acting National Taxpayer Advocate Bridget T. Roberts. Additional blogs can be found at www.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov/blog. The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is your voice at the IRS. We … Read More
Success Story: Taxpayer requests TAS assistance in challenging IRS audit disallowing EITC claim for her disabled child
Every year the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) helps thousands of people with tax problems. This story is only one of many examples of how TAS helps resolve taxpayer issues. All personal details are removed to protect the privacy of the … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: IRS 2019 Form 1040 changes for this tax filing season
Taxpayers and tax return preparers should be aware that the Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, changed again this year. Before you file a return, take a look at these filing-related resources and information to help you avoid errors … Read More
Acting National Taxpayer Advocate Bridget talks taxes with Federal News Radio
Acting National Taxpayer Advocate Bridget Roberts talks taxes with Federal News Radio host Tom Temin. Roberts discusses IRS challenges and top issues impacting taxpayers. “Everyday we are working to partner more and more with the IRS to try and come … Read More
NTA Blog: Local Taxpayer Advocates Deliver Key NTA Annual Report Messages to Members of Congress
Subscribe to the NTA’s Blog and receive updates on the latest blog posts from Acting National Taxpayer Advocate Bridget T. Roberts. Additional blogs can be found at www.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov/blog. This week, TAS’s Local Taxpayer Advocates (LTAs) are in Washington, D.C., presenting … Read More
Sharing Economy Tax Information
Many taxpayers work or engage in services that are considered to be a part of the gig or shared economy services. These services often originate through peer-to-peer interactions such as ride-share programs, room rentals, and other freelance work. Following the … Read More