Identity Stolen? Request an Identity Protection PIN from the IRS

This article was published by the IRS. The Internal Revenue Service is reminding all taxpayers – particularly those who are identity theft victims – of an important step they should take to protect themselves from tax fraud. Some identity thieves use taxpayers' information to file fraudulent tax returns. By requesting Identity Protection PINs from the Get [...]

Audits by Mail: What to Do

The IRS conducts audits to verify income, deductions, expenses, and credits claimed on tax returns. Here's what to do if you receive a letter that says the IRS is auditing your tax return by mail. First, read the letter carefully. It explains the issues involved and outlines the types of information you need to send us. [...]

All Taxpayers Have the Right to Appeal an IRS Decision in an Independent Forum

This article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers have the right to appeal an IRS decision in an independent forum. This is one of ten basic rights — known collectively as the Taxpayer Bill of Rights — that all taxpayers have when dealing with the IRS. The IRS Independent Office of Appeals handles a taxpayer's case must [...]

Estimated Tax Payments

Income taxes are a pay-as-you-go system. That means you pay your taxes as you earn income during the year. Either your employer withholds taxes from your pay, or you pay quarterly estimated taxes on your own. If you have income that’s not subject to withholding, you may need to make quarterly payments. This includes income such [...]

Money Received through “Crowdfunding” May Be Taxable

This article was published by the IRS. Understanding Crowdfunding Crowdfunding is a method of raising money through websites by soliciting contributions from a large number of people. The contributions may be solicited to fund businesses, for charitable donations, or for gifts. In some cases, the money raised through crowdfunding is solicited by crowdfunding organizers on behalf [...]

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