National Taxpayer Advocate Joins Treasury Secretary and IRS Commissioner for Launch of Paperless Processing Initiative

August 3, 2023 – National Taxpayer Advocate Joins Treasury Secretary and IRS Commissioner for Launch of Paperless Processing Initiative National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins joined Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel at the IRS facility in McLean, … Read More

TAS Tax Tip: I need help resolving a tax amount owed or finding the right payment option?

July 24, 2023 – Got a tax bill for your federal tax return? We have resources to help you resolve the tax amount owed. Is the amount due on the tax bill accurate? Title: TAS Tax Tip: Need help resolving … Read More

TAS Success Story: TAS Advocates for Bank Levy Release

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

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 Success Story: Persistence Pays Off in Audit Dispute

Mary 31, 2023  – A taxpayer contacted TAS for assistance when their tax return was selected for audit and they were unable to resolve the audit through regular channels. TAS advocated for the taxpayer by providing a signed statement from … Read More