This article was published by the IRS. Identity thieves can prey on anyone, at any time. Here are some helpful tips for taxpayers to know when it’s really the IRS or not. Email, text and social media The IRS doesn’t make initial contact through email or social media channels. Some common electronic scams thieves use are: [...]
If you think filing invoices, tracking expenses, and keeping records isn't that important, think again. Come tax time, the IRS doesn't allow you to "casually" do taxes. If you forgot to keep good records so far, the IRS does allow you to reasonably reconstruct figures and provide receipts. Tax preparer due diligence must-do's include asking the [...]
This article was published by the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service has highlighted several resources to help taxpayers who missed the April 2025 federal income tax return filing deadline and owe taxes, interest, and penalties. Taxpayers who owe taxes should file their tax return and pay as soon as they can. Interest and penalties will continue [...]
This article was published by the IRS. When a taxpayer can't pay their full tax debt or if paying would cause financial hardship, they should consider applying for an offer in compromise. For assistance filing for an OIC from a legitimate representative, taxpayers are encouraged to check for a licensed enrolled agent or a reputable accountant [...]
There are many reasons to check your tax withholding. This means looking to see how much money your employer is withholding from your paycheck for federal income tax. It's a good idea to check your withholding, as it will help you avoid a surprise at tax time. If your employer is withholding too little, you could [...]
