July 20, 2023 – A taxpayer contacted the IRS to resolve a balance due that exceeded $150,000, which required the taxpayer establish a short-term payment plan. External Article Success Story: TAS Advocates for Bank Levy Release A … Read More
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TAS Tax Tip: What if I receive an IRS notice that says something is wrong with my 2022 tax return?
July 14, 2023 – t is the IRS’s responsibility to make sure your tax return is as accurate as it can be while it is processed and verified. TAS Tax Tip: What if I receive an IRS notice that says … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: What to do if you receive an IRS balance due notice for taxes you have already paid 2023
July 11, 2023 – Know your rights and what to do if the IRS sends you a bill after you already paid your taxes. TAS Tax Tip: What to do if you receive an IRS balance due notice for … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examined or audited 2023
July 5, 2023 – Information you need to know if you received a notification that IRS is auditing (examining) your tax return updated for 2023. TAS Tax Tip: What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: Mid-Year Tax Checkup 2023
June 22, 2023 – -Summertime is the perfect time for a mid-year tax checkup. A tax checkup will help you avoid being surprised with a potentially large tax bill and may help uncover ways you can save throughout the rest … Read More
National Taxpayer Advocate issues mid-year report to Congress; highlights filing season challenges and focuses on strategic priorities
National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins released her statutorily mandated mid-year report to Congress. The report says the tax-return filing season generally ran smoothly this year, urges the IRS to prioritize a broad array of technology upgrades, and sets forth … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: Use Caution When Using Tax Advice or Tax Return Preparers Found on Social Media
May 31, 2023 – Reducing your tax liability may be tempting; however, many social media schemes are illegal and can lead to serious consequences. TAS Tax Tip: Use Caution When Using Tax Advice or Tax Preparers Found on Social Media … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: Secure Access to Your IRS Account Is Now Available Using ID.me
June 02, 2023 – You must have an account with ID.me to access your IRS online account. The IRS now requires users to have an account with ID.me to access their online account. ID.me is a service created, maintained, and … Read More
TAS officially closes the San Jose, CA office effective April 30
May 1, 2023 – Taxpayers and congressional offices in the San Jose geographic area now serviced out of the Oakland, CA office. TAS officially closes the San Jose, CA office effective April 30 The Taxpayer Advocate Service office in San … Read More