If it appears that you need to hire a representative to help you against the IRS there are many options. Who you choose will be a process of elimination. There are generally 3 types of persons who can represent you before the IRS: Attorneys, CPA’s & Enrolled Agents. An Enrolled Agent generally is an expert […]
Issues with IRS Procedures
The IRS and you must follow specific procedures for filing, auditing, assessment and collection of Federal Income Taxes. Here are a series of articles addressing various procedures and what to do.
Resolving Cases at IRS Appeals
Sometimes IRS Appeals are necessary. When you are grappling with an IRS problem you won’t get much help from IRS employees. In most cases, you should be able to resolve your case with a lower-level IRS employee. But, in some cases (such as a denial of deductions) it may be necessary to file an Appeal […]
Mad Dog Tranquilized! IRS Audit Tactics
Audit Strategies & Tactics You need to explore tactics before you talk to the IRS. The IRS examines returns to determine the accuracy of your income and deductions. However, an audit is more than just an examination of your accounting books. It is an investigation of YOU! The IRS will often want to examine your […]
What is a Return? What proof do I need of deductions?
Technically, a return is any taxpayer verification of income and deductions and an agreement with the IRS, or at least no contest from the IRS. The form that everyone files every year is one definition of a return, but it is not the only one. Many times, if you are already involved on an IRS […]
Why won’t the IRS help me?
Dealing with the IRS is made more frustrating by the complete lack of help you will receive from the IRS employees. The publications they print are hard-to-follow and offer no guidance. Any letter you receive from them is packed with methods to pay but little advice on how to fight. The reason for this is […]
