I was just featured in CPA Magazine as one of the top 40 CPAs in the nation!
I’m really honored as I take my job very personally and it’s really great to be recognized for my work as a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist. Since 1998, I’ve helped clients with IRS problems save in excess of $40 million.
Check out the April/May 2009 issue of CPA Magazine to read about the Top
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If you can’t afford your tax bill this year, know that the IRS offers payment options for struggling taxpayers.
While individuals are urged to file their tax returns and and pay any taxes owed by April 15, the agency is aware that the economic downturn has made this difficult for many people.

Taxpayers who do not file their tax returns by the April 15 deadline may be subject to a failure-to-file penalty.
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I received an interesting newsletter from Kiplinger with a few tax tips that I wanted to share. I also encourage you tocheck out Kiplinger for the 11 most overlooked tax deductions.

And remember, if you can’t afford to pay you taxes this year, there are options like negotiating a tax settlement or a payment plan. You can also seek professional tax help so that your account is placed under “currently not
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I was recently interviewed on CNN Radio Marketplace and discussed an IRS policy that helps taxpayers who are experiencing financial hardship.
In this nation’s weak economy, a lot more taxpayers won’t have the money to shell out what they owe to Uncle Sam. If you’re in this boat and unable to pay your tax liability, you should call the IRS and work with them to have your account declared “currently
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Times are tough right now for so many hard-working Americans. But if you can see this as a good opportunity to re-assess your situation and get the help you need with your IRS tax problems, then you might be able to turn your situation around for the better.
And you don’t have to take my word for it. Listen to what legal expert Bill Handel has to say about how our
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Abatement A partial or complete cancellation of taxes, penalties or interest owed by a taxpayer.
ACS See Automated Collection System.
Automated collection System (ACS) A computerized collection process for IRS collectors to contact delinquent taxpayers by telephone and mail.
Collateral Agreement An agreement sometimes secured by the IRS prior to acceptance of an Offer in Compromise when the IRS wants to cover a future, reasonably possible event, such as a
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Q: You have received a notice (CP-504) from the IRS?
Q: You owe the IRS. What if you cannot pay it all right now?
Q: What Is “Currently Not Collectible” ?
Q: What is Installment Agreements (Ias)?
Q: What is the Taxpayer Advocate Service?
Q: Who can file an Offer In Compromise?
Q: What are the requirements for an OIC?
Q: What is the most common reason for the large
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