Solutions To Tax Controversies

Millions of Americans are currently struggling financially, and the reality is that anyone can fall behind on taxes. Facing tax debts can be overwhelming, which is why the IRS has a system known as “offer in compromise”.  This allows qualifying debtors to pay a...

As a United States taxpayer, you may sometimes find yourself lagging behind on your tax payments, which can result in significant penalties and interest charges.  Fortunately, the IRS offers several tax installment agreements to help you pay your tax debt over time....

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will send you a CP501 notice if you have any unpaid taxes. A CP501 is typically the first reminder that you have unpaid taxes. Following a CP501, the IRS may send a CP502. If you receive a CP502, it is important to respond quickly...

In some cases, the IRS will allow people to use an installment agreement, rather than paying the taxes that they owe. This type of payment plan essentially sets up a schedule so that the person pays off the debt over time. Someone may not have enough money to pay...

A notice of intent to levy is a formal notification from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) informing you of their intent to seize your property or assets to satisfy a tax debt. Some of your assets that could be seized include your wages, bank accounts, vehicles and...

If you owe the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) money on unpaid taxes, the department will send you a CP14 notice (a warning or a first reminder). You need to be careful about your steps once you receive this notice. Here is what to do: Read it Your CP14 notice will...

The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has the authority to accept less than full payment and compromise the taxpayer’s tax liabilities.  This authority is significant because the IRS, like any business, has accounts receivable that cannot be collected in full or are disputed.  The IRS recognizes that, in such instances, it is an acceptable practice to compromise the tax liability. The…

When spouses file a joint tax return, each spouse is responsible for the entire tax liability.  This is referred to as joint and several liability.  Joint and several liability survives the divorce of the spouses even if the corresponding Divorce Decree states that one (1) of the spouses is solely responsible for any particular tax liability. Equitable Relief is applicable…

When spouses file a joint tax return, each spouse is responsible for the entire tax liability.  This is referred to as joint and several liability.  Joint and several liability survives the divorce of the spouses even if the corresponding Divorce Decree states that one (1) of the spouses is solely responsible for any particular tax liability. Separation of Liability Relief…

When spouses file a joint tax return, each spouse is responsible for the entire tax liability.  This is referred to as joint and several liability.  Joint and several liability survives the divorce of the spouses even if the corresponding Divorce Decree states that one (1) of the spouses is solely responsible for any particular tax liability. Innocent Spouse Relief is…