If you have children or other dependents, and qualify to claim them on your tax return, there are a few things you need to know before you file your federal tax return. General Information Child and dependent-related tax benefits … Read More
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Systemic penalty relief is now available for certain tax year 2019 and 2020 returns
On August 24, 2022, the IRS announced that it will grant relief for failure-to-file (FTF) penalties on the following 2019 and 2020 federal tax returns: Income tax returns: most Form 1040 and 1120 series returns, Forms 1041, 1065, 1066, 990-T, … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: Paying the IRS
August 17, 2022 – Learn more about the different options available to pay your federal taxes. TAS Tax Tip: Paying the IRS Taxes should be paid as you earn or receive income during the year. The IRS offers a variety … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: Mid-Year Tax Checkup
August 15, 2022 – It’s time for a mid-year tax checkup. This quick checkup will help you avoid being surprised with a potentially large tax bill when you file your income tax return. Summertime is the perfect time for a … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: Small business tax highlights
August 11, 2022 – The form of business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them. There are four general types of business taxes TAS Tax Tip: Small business tax highlights The form of … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: 2022 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum will be held virtually
August 10, 2022 – Each year the IRS sponsors the Nationwide Tax Forum. The event is a series of tax education sessions for tax professionals. TAS Tax Tip: 2022 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum will be held virtually Each year the … Read More
TAS Tax Tip: What to do if you receive an IRS balance due notice for taxes you have already paid.
July 21, 2022 – Know your rights and what to do if the IRS sends you a bill after you already paid your taxes. Published: July 20, 2022 | Last Updated: July 20, 2022 TAS Tax Tip: … Read More
Tax benefits and resources for people experiencing homelessness
July 1, 2022 – The Taxpayer Advocate Service asks you to help spread the message about resources available to the homeless. Tax benefits and resources for people experiencing homelessness As of January 2020, End Homelessness.org reports that there were over 580,000 … Read More
National Taxpayer Advocate identifies key objectives, expresses concern about refund delays, and low levels of phone service.
National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins released her statutorily mandated mid-year report to Congress. The report expresses concern about continuing delays in the processing of paper-filed tax returns and the consequent impact on taxpayer refunds. At the end of May, … Read More
See How Low Income Taxpayer Clinics Help Taxpayers Get Results
June 10, 2022 – Find out more about Low Income Taxpayer Clinics and how to become part of their important work. See How Low Income Taxpayer Clinics Help Taxpayers Get Results What is a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC)? Low … Read More