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 Tax Resolution Services with referrals, word of mouth and repeat business.�
   This month’s Tax Client Of  The Month is Mr. Blake Epstein.
Mr. Epstein owed the IRS over $38,000 when he retained our firm.  We were able to negotiate an IRS payment plan (also known
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In certain cases when a married couple with an installment agreement cannot pay off the full amount, the IRS Chief Counsel can sometimes recommend that the IRS accepts the assignment of death benefits if one of the taxpayers dies.
In a recent case, one spouse of a married couple died before the installment agreement ended. The IRS wanted to seize all assets of the taxpayer covered by the agreement but was
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If you owe taxes to the IRS, and feel like you do not have the money to pay them back, you can work out a payment plan with the IRS, also known as an Installment Agreement, which allows you to pay your tax liabilities over time.  Some people are able to negotiate their tax payment plans, but if you owe $25,000 and over, I would highly recommend working with a
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Look for our “Ask the Tax Expert” column every month.  This column, and our tax blog, is full of free tax advice that can help you find tax relief.  Got a question for our tax expert?  Email your tax questions to advice@taxresolution.com with “Ask the Tax Expert” in the subject line.
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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
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As the October 15th extension deadline for filing 2008 tax returns looms closer, many small business owners like you who have been busy with running your business may be growing anxious.
To a busy business owner who has to sort through piles of receipts and invoices just to get organized to file their taxes, October 15th may not seem like a lenient tax extension deadline. It can be overwhelming to sit
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IRS Payment Plans, also known as IRS Installment Agreements, are a possibility even if you owe the IRS big money.  This Las Vegas attorney owes almost $4 million dollars to the IRS and he could have negotiated an IRS payment plan instead of evading taxes.  However, if you owe more than $100,000, you will need professional tax representation to negotiate an Installment Agreement for you since the IRS are toughest
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Jon Dale Adams of Jackson, Miss., was sentenced to 18 months in prison, to be followed by one year of supervised release, for filing a false federal income tax return in 2000. Adams was also ordered to pay a $5,000 fine.
The former owner of a strip club, Adams was indicted by a federal grand jury in February 2007. According to the indictment, Adams was charged with filing false returns that
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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 Client Of The Month is John C. Acevedo.�
 Mr. Acevedo owed over $43,000 to the IRS.  Tax Resolution Services negotiated a “partial pay” installment agreement with the IRS for $80 per month.�
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The IRS is the worst institution for taxpayers to owe money to. And no one should take comfort in knowing that the IRS clerks working for $9.75-$10.25 an hour have people’s financial fates in their hands, and by them flipping a switch, can generate a tax lien notice or a levy notice to any bank or employer. When I was on the LA Talk Radio show with TJ McCormack
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Got tax questions?  Tax season is not the only time to have your tax questions answered.  Send your questions about tax audits, wage garnishments, IRS bank levies, payroll tax problems, how to set up monthly payment plans with the IRS or general questions about tax relief to advice@taxresolution.com with “Ask the Tax Expert” in the subject line.
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Question: I’ve read a little bit about the Offer in Compromise and the Installment Agreement. Which one is better?
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Question: Does the 10 year collection statute begin when the civil penalties are due?  Or, when the installment agreement has begun?  Or, as in my case, when the installment agreement was reinstated?
Answer: The 10 year Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED) begins on the ASSESSMENT date, not when the taxes are due and not when you begin an Installment Payment Plan.
There are exceptions to this rule, including if the taxpayer agrees
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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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If you haven’t filed your 2008 tax return, haven’t paid your your taxes owed, or are requesting an extension of time for filing, the IRS has issued last minute tax tips that can help you in these final hours.
Knowing how to get tax help and learning about options that are available to you as a taxpayer can save you time, money and frustration in the long run. For instance, if
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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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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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