To claim that the Internal Revenue Service continues to have an image problem is an understatement. From wage garnishment to criminal prosecution, the nation's tax agency is best known for their enforcement actions.Nina Olson of the National Taxpayer Advocate believes...
Month: January 2017
Numerous MSNBC personalities dealing with tax liens
We have written about tax liens before, and today we have an interesting story about this imposing penalty that the Internal Revenue Service can apply to those who run afoul of tax laws. MSNBC has at least six host or pundits right now that are under a tax lien, with...
Red flags that could trigger an audit
Completing your federal income taxes is a monumental event that brings a sigh of relief. However, any euphoria over the annual accomplishment quickly dissipates with a common nagging fear: an audit.While there is no perfect recipe to avoid an audit, there are red...
4 crucial tax mistakes the newly married must avoid
If you got married in the last year, it's a game-changer when it comes to filing your taxes. The IRS does not look kindly on mistakes and errors, even simple ones. Below are four critical things to keep in mind as you file.File under the proper nameMaybe one of you...
Tax season 2017: a hurry up and wait proposition
A delayed federal tax filing date of April 18 may not lead to a much longer wait in receiving your tax return. However, millions of taxpayers who file on day one of the tax-filing season, January 23, may not see their refunds as soon as they would like. What likely...