The IRS frequently earns “bad guy” status in the eyes of the public, but it does provide a path to a fresh start if you’ve hit some bumps. What’s more, you can and should take advantage of this option once you gain access to the tools and guidance you need to move forward. If you’re …
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It’s never a good day for an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audit, and it’s normal to feel nervous if a letter arrives from the IRS. However, there are two important things to know if you have audits on your mind. The first is that you do have options to help you avoid fines and penalties …
Nobody wakes up in the morning hoping that a notification letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is waiting in the mailbox. However, the reality is that IRS data shows that close to one million Americans are subjected to tax examinations each year. The good news is that understanding how the audit process works can …
There are very few sure things in life. Taxes cannot be avoided. Despite the definitive, many people still find themselves owing the government thousands of dollars. They might go for years without paying a single, tax dollar. Penalties and late charges add up into astronomical figures. It’s only natural to ask why people fall behind …
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Every year, Americans must submit an income tax return along with any taxes that they may owe. However, there may come a time when you can’t afford to pay a balance owed for any variety of reasons. For instance, a sudden job loss or an unexpected medical bill could make it impossible to pay the …
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How Student Debt Affects Your Taxes Americans owe over $1.3 trillion in student debt, a number that continues to increase as the cost of education rises. Nearly 40% of adults under 30 have student loan debt with two-thirds of college seniors taking out a loan to pay for their education, according to the Pew Research …
Making smart choices about your living situation will have a big impact over the long term on your finances. A lot of consumers aren’t sure whether it’s best for them to rent or buy a home in their particular situations. It’s hard to provide a simple rule for which is preferable. While you build equity …
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Back taxes are any taxes not paid during prior tax years. The United States Internal Revenue Service estimates 8.2 million Americans owe a combined tax debt of $83 million in back tax debt. Owing back taxes can greatly affect the quality of someone’s life, but misinformation, not being able to pay, and fear of penalties …
President Trump signed The Job Cuts and Jobs Act on December 22, 2017. The legislation that actually passed is quite different from the promised 35 percent tax cut Trump promised on the campaign trail. In fact, the main beneficiaries of this tax law are taxpayers at the top of the heap, specifically, the top five …
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The spirit of entrepreneurship that drives many to open a small business often comes with a fierce independence and self-reliance. While these are admirable traits and some may say essential for success as a small business owner and operator, they can make one less likely to seek outside guidance and assistance where it could prove …
