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Paying taxes is a civic responsibility that every working American is subjected to. However, millions of Americans find themselves in hot water with the IRS. Some intentional and others are inadvertent, but understanding the common ways people get into tax troubles can help in avoiding these pitf...

Entrepreneurship can be hard. Some years are good, others are not so great. But every year, like clockwork, the IRS comes calling and asks you for what’s theirs. Small businesses often face unexpected financial challenges. Among the scariest of these challenges is unpaid taxes. Although the IRS m...

As the shift from traditional employment to self-employment and business ownership continues, many workers are finding themselves in a brand new situation. The IRS has noticed the shift to gig work, freelancing and self-employment, and their auditors and agents are increasingly focusing on those ...

Tax filing season is a source of stress for just about everyone. That extra stress and uncertainty ramps up and up, and you never know if you must write a check to the IRS. You also do not know which threats will loom, and that lack of knowledge could put you at real risk. Tax scams have increase...

Tax fraud is a serious offense that involves intentionally evading or misrepresenting information on tax returns to avoid paying the correct amount of taxes. In the United States, it is taken very seriously by both federal and state authorities, and anyone caught engaging in such activities could...

The gig economy refers to a labor market characterized by short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs. It encompasses a wide range of industries, from ride-sharing and food delivery services to freelance writing and graphic design. Instead of being classified as traditiona...

Dealing with tax debt can be incredibly intimidating. It's natural to feel overwhelmed and powerless in such a situation, but it's important not to let fear and helplessness paralyze you. Every day you delay taking action, interest and penalties continue to accumulate, potentially causing your li...

Neglecting to pay your taxes can lead to serious consequences, and one of the most severe repercussions is the federal government filing a legal claim against all your current and future property through a federal tax lien. In this article, we'll break down what a federal tax lien is and provide ...

Nobody wants to find themselves at odds with the IRS, yet countless taxpayers face this situation every year. With increasing enforcement efforts by the IRS, more individuals are receiving notices and communications from the agency, and you could be one of them. If you receive a notice from the I...

Preparing and understanding tax returns can be complex and challenging. Even professionals sometimes struggle to ensure every number and detail is accurate. Often, mistakes are only noticed after submitting the return online or sending it via mail, or worse, when the IRS sends a notice regarding ...