Archive for October, 2009

Offshore Account Holders Who Missed the October 15 Tax Amnesty Deadline Can Still Get Tax Help Reducing Severe FBAR Penalties

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

More than 7,500 Americans rushed to take advantage of a the opportunity for tax amnesty offered through a special voluntary disclosure program for offshore accounts that ended last Thursday. But what can you do if you didn’t come forward to the IRS last week and still need to declare your offshore account?
If a U.S. taxpayer or U.S. resident was not able to file the voluntary disclosure memorandum by the October
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Top 7 Tax Resolution Lessons Learned from the Worst Cases of Celebrity Tax Evasion

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

Celebrities, just like average taxpayers, can run into serious IRS problems. You have an edge over the high-profile celebrity tax cheats in that you can learn how to avoid IRS tax problems from the worst celebrity tax evasion cases.
Recently Access Hollywood compiled a list of celebrity tax cheaters who found themselves in deep IRS trouble with Uncle Sam. With thousands of fans and loyal followers, ending up on the
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Ask the Tax Resolution Expert - Do I Qualify for the IRS Offer in Compromise Plan or Participating in the IRS Installment Agreement Payment Plan?

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

Got tax questions? Call our office at 1-866-IRS-PROBLEMS or visit www.taxresolution.com
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Question: I’ve been reading your newsletter, and I understand why the IRS Offer in Compromise program is an excellent one for those who qualify. Although I have a significant tax debt, I don’t believe I’ll qualify for the program. What can I do?
Answer:  Many of my clients are very good at analyzing their current tax situation and estimating what options might
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Innocent Spouse Tax Relief Not Always Applicable, But a Possibility for Some Facing Tax Charges

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

When tax problems arise in a family, it could end the marriage.  Sometimes, the spouse is truly innocent of their partner’s tax problems and the IRS realizes that this may be the case.  There is such a thing as Innocent Spouse Tax Relief and the IRS has a series of questions and Innocent Spouse Tax Relief Rules to extricate the innocent person from being responsible for the tax problem.   If
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TRS Files: Innocent Business Partner Gets Slammed With Over $100k in Payroll Tax Debt

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

I know this guy that got in a world of trouble with Payroll Tax Problems and I thought you might appreciate his story because I know how scary and overwhelming the IRS can be.  To hear Stuart’s personal account about how he accidentally landed in trouble with the IRS and how he got out of it, watch the video from TRS Files below.
Stuart works for the Insurance industry in Southern
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TRS Files Features Stories of Tax-Burdened Americans and Their Life-Changing Decisions to Get Tax Help

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

During down economic times where money is scarce, having IRS tax debt is the last thing anyone needs on their plate. Yet, many Americans are staying up at night plagued by anxiety over their tax problems without knowing what to do.
We have recently launched TRS Files, which features real-life individuals just like you who found themselves being targeted by the IRS and their life-changing decisions to put their tax troubles
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Tax Relief Firm Effectur Closes its Doors - Leaves Taxpayers Still in Need of Tax Help for Settling IRS Debts

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

As the economy continues to lag and taxpayers battle their anxiety over IRS tax problems such as back taxes, bank levies, and paying off IRS penalties, a Southern California competitor, Effectur, has officially shut its doors.
Due to the poor economy and a lack of cash flow to sustain normal business operations, Effectur announced its closure on its website that is lender has repossessed all company assets including money paid by
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Tax Client of the Month: Negotiating IRS Payment Plan and Penalty Abatement Helps Tax Relief Client Save $104,000

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

Every month I choose a very special Tax Client Of The Month.  It’s my way of acknowledging good friends and saying “thanks” to those who support me and my business with referrals, word of mouth and repeat business.
This month’s Tax Client Of The Month is Mr. Michael Brady.
Mr. Brady owed the IRS over $130K in taxes including penalties and interest. We successfully abated the penalties in the sum of over $36K.
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Tax Humor of the Month from Tax Resolution Services

Friday, October 16th, 2009

Enjoy our tax humor for the month from Tax Resolution Services!

In all seriousness, if you have tax problems and need tax help, contact a tax professional - free tax consultation online form!

Ask the Tax Resolution Expert: How Do Kiddie Tax Rules affect the Madoff Carry Back?

Friday, October 16th, 2009

As a certified tax resolution specialist, I help individuals and businesses get the tax help they need to solve their tax problems. I even get questions from other CPAs and tax professionals (like the one below) seeking expert tax resolution advice. If you have a question, please call our office at 1-866-IRS-PROBLEMS or visit www.taxresolution.com
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Question: I have been involved in the preparation of form 1045 carry back claims that go
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Advanced Seminars on Assuring Top Quality Tax Representation for Seasoned IRS Problem Solvers

Friday, October 16th, 2009

Today I’m in Las Vegas at the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS ) national conference. I’ll be leading 2 workshops for tax relief professionals. For the first time, ASTPS is offering SUPER Advanced Seminars geared towards highly experienced practitioners - and I’m grateful for this opportunity to share my real world experience and knowledge to help other seasoned professionals grow their practices.
And I’m in good company along with
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TRS Files: True Stories of IRS Relief and Tax Help from the Nation’s Leading Tax Resolution Firm

Friday, October 16th, 2009

I am so excited about a new TV campaign we’re running! It’s designed to help more people in need of tax help know that they’re not alone. If you haven’t seen the TRS Files, check out the video below. We feature real life tax relief clients who are being targeted by the IRS - like Patrick G.  who had owed the IRS $94,000 and had an IRS lien on
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Ask the Tax Resolution Expert: Tax Relief For Overwhelming IRS Back Taxes Debt and Penalties

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Back taxes and IRS penalties can add up to an overwhelming amount if not resolved as soon as possible. If you do find yourself in a position where you’re unable to make payments to the IRS because your income is barely covering your living expenses, don’t hesitate to get tax help. Getting started on resolving your tax problems is always better than doing nothing about them.
Even people who have gone
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Furniture Retailer Guilty of Tax Evasion and What to Do if You are in an IRS Audit

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Skimming cash off the top of your business only gets you in trouble.   Often people underestimate the eyes and ears of the IRS and think that they can get away with taking just a little home tax-free.  Most of these people get caught!  Unfortunately the IRS is not perfect either - sometimes people get caught for innocent mistakes too and if you find yourself in an IRS audit, you will need professional tax
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TRS Files: Tax Relief Client Saves $92,000 and Has IRS Liens Permanently Removed

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Are IRS tax problems keeping you up at night? You can choose to resolve your problems today and have it all go away by getting expert tax help from TRS.
We’ve been featuring real life tax relief clients on the TRS Files to help people who are being targeted by the IRS get the help they need to resolve their back taxes and IRS debt. I recently shared the story
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