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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Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, Obama’s pick to head the Department of Health and Human Services, did not pay $7,040 in taxes between 2005 and 2007. She paid the back taxes and penalty after they were identified.
In addition to Sebelius, five other Obama administration nominees have come under fire for unpaid taxes including Tom Daschle and Timothy F. Geithner. Labor secretary Hilda L. Solis  had to answer questions about $6,400 in
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It’s tax time and the April 15 deadline is making many individuals and small businesses anxious. In this challenging economy, many people will be unable to pay their full tax bill on time.
I was recently interviewed by Entrepreneur magazine on options for struggling taxpayers and I offered expert tax tips on how to make a deal with the IRS.
I always say the most important thing to do if you can’t
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I recently appeared on a “Hey! Are you Talking to Me?” with Paul Varga on WMLN 91.5 in Milton, MA. We talked about what taxpayers need to do if they can’t afford to pay their 2008 tax bill and how people in tax trouble can get help!
Most people get into trouble with the IRS by not filing when they should. On average, our tax relief clients come to us with
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As the KLOS Tax Man, I give free tax advice to listeners who need help with their tax debt. It’s a great way for be to share my IRS problem solving skills and help more Americans qualify for tax relief. Check it out!
Tax Tip #44: Individuals finally get a tax break. For 2009 and 2010, taxpayers will see an immediate increase in their take home pay by between $400 to
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I was recently asked to be the KLOS Tax Man! And as their go-to IRS expert, I give free tax tips to listeners who need help with their tax debt or IRS problems. Check it out!
Tax Tip # 28: More than ever, due to the current economy and the real estate meltdown, many hardworking Americans who never before qualified for tax relief, NOW QUALIFY.
Are you tired of those unfiled tax
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With tax season quickly approaching, the IRS has announced that it will be providing help to those Americans struggling to meet their tax obligations this year. This means that distressed taxpayers plagued by mounting medical bills, heavy reliance on Social Security assistance, or recent job losses may now be eligible for a tax break. Struggling taxpayers may be eligible for relief as IRS eases enforcement and collection efforts to help
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Tax resolution specialists Michael Rozbruch and Brian Compton at Mind Your Own Business 2009, originally uploaded by taxresolution.com.
Brian and I attended Finance Day 2009 last weekend. The All-You-Need-To-Know-About-Your-Money Event was a big success. I conducted several seminars on strategies for alleviating tax debt. I was also featured on a panel with KFI’s Bill Handel, host of “Handel on the Law.”
But the best moment of the whole event by far, was
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An Installment Agreement is a payment arrangement whereby the government allows a taxpayer to pay liabilities over time. Once a payment plan is established, the IRS will not take enforced collection action, including the levy of bank accounts or wages, as long as the taxpayer remains current with all filing and payment obligations. However, interest and penalties would continue to accrue until the outstanding balance is satisfied. Additionally, a tax
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Although the IRS is pledging to be kinder and gentler to taxpayers in these challenging times, it is still important to meet your installment payment requirements. However, the IRS has announced that they will “try” to be more flexible with taxpayers who miss an installment payment.
One way recession-burdened Americans can settle back taxes is by negotiating an Installment Agreement with the government that that allows payment of liabilities over time.
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NOTE: TELE-SEMINAR SCHEDULED FOR FEB. 18 HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED AND WILL NOW TAKE PLACE ON WED, MAY 13.

I’ve blogged about this before, but it’s important to mention it again: Small business owners are the largest source of uncollected taxes.
During this economic downturn, we are also seeing lots of people who are laid off or are no longer employed, going out on there own. They’re reinventing themselves, setting up home-based businesses,Â
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It’s always great to hear from satisfied clients after we’ve helped them resolve their tax problems. We recently helped a taxpayer in Southern California gain his financial livelihood back. He was sick and unable to pay his back taxes. We were able to negotiate a penalty abatement on his behalf.
Peace of mind. Shelly has been outstanding and very helpful. I have Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer and Shelly has always had
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I was recently interviewed by Business Pundit blogger Lela Davidson. She asked me lots of great questions about small business taxes and how to avoid being an IRS target. I provided her with insight into important tax issues facing new businesses and how to avoid the big mistakes that many small business owners make.
There are many things small businesses can do to avoid getting audited. But if you still find
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Faced with overwhelming tax debt, more Americans than ever will be hoping to qualify for the IRS Offer in Compromise (OIC) program and save thousands of dollars in taxes, penalties and interest.
In 2007, approximately 46,000 offers were submitted to the IRS nationally and only 12,000 were accepted. This year, there will be more offers submitted this year, as well as a higher IRS acceptance rate due to the state of
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My recent appearance on the WealthTV’s The Big Bizz Show had Russ, Sully and I realizing that IRS scams not only can catch you, but the experts too. As a Tax expert I have been dealing with the IRS and taxes for 11 years but even I am not immune to the IRS scams out there. Just the other day I received an email, complete with IRS logo saying if you click here we have $83 that
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