Posts Tagged ‘back tax’

Voluntary Disclosure Offers Income Tax Relief and Chance to Avoid Criminal Prosecution to Off Shore Account Holders

Thursday, May 14th, 2009

The IRS has announced a six-month Voluntary Disclosure program that offers lower penalties to those who come forward and pay taxes due on the secret holdings in offshore accounts. Until now, the IRS could impose penalties of at least 50% for all years in which an account wasn’t disclosed. In some cases, that could exceed the value of the offshore holdings.
The announcement comes amid a U.S. legal battle to
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Tax Resolution Client of the Month

Tuesday, January 27th, 2009

Every month I choose a very special 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 Client Of The Month is Merlinda Metz.
 When Ms. Metz contacted our firm, she owed the IRS over $85K. Our negotiations resulted in the IRS accepting a little over $2K,  via the federal government’s
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Even the Beautiful and Famous Pay Taxes

Tuesday, May 13th, 2008

Corporate executives and Joe Six-Packs aren’t the only ones who face scrutiny and life-changing audits from the IRS. So does America’s Royal Family — our celebrities.
By Michael Rozbruch
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The life of a celebrity can be hard.
Ignoring the hefty paychecks and the clout to get on the top of a restaurant reservation list, celebrities have it rough.
They’re stalked by crazy fans.
They’re stalked by paparazzi feeding their not-so-flattering images into a celebrity culture
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Tax Problem FAQ: What is an IRS Installment Agreement?

Saturday, December 29th, 2007

INSTALLMENT AGREEMENTS AND IRS PAYMENT PLANS
The IRS will always accept some type of payment arrangement for past due taxes. In order to qualify for a payment plan with the IRS you must meet the following rules and provide the IRS with this information:
You must have filed all tax returns (It’s OK to owe money but you must file).
You will need to disclose all assets owned including all
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Since the New Year has rolled around, I’ve made myself a promise: I want to get rid of my tax debt. I owe about $140,000 in back taxes and now earn about $65,000 per year (with no savings). I don’t know where to begin. Can you help?

Wednesday, January 10th, 2007

You’ve made the first step. The hardest part in overcoming tax debt is coming to the realization that you want to finally eradicate that debt. Considering the amount you owe and your annual income, I realize that this tax problem can seem insurmountable. But trust me: It isn’t.
What you need to do is find a qualified tax professional. He or she will analyze your
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