Paperwork Needed For Tax Problem Resolution

Question: I’ve finally decided to seek help from a Tax Professional who specializes in Tax Problem Resolution.  I want to start getting my paperwork together for the appointment; what will I need to bring with me? Answer:  It’s very important to have certain documentation with you for the initial interview.  Your tax resolution specialist will …

He Helped Millions Fight Off Viruses Then Hid His Millions from the IRS

John McAfee, the creator of McAfee VirusScan software, has been arrested in Spain and is awaiting extradition to the US on charges of tax evasion. He is accused of failing to file tax returns from 2014 to 2018 despite earning more than 23 million dollars during that time. McAfee resigned from the company that bears …

Divorce and the IRS

Question: I’m currently separated from my spouse, who owns his own business, and we are in the process of getting a divorce.  I have always filed jointly with my spouse and now the IRS is sending me notices stating I owe $35,000.  I have no idea how they are coming up with this amount as …

What is a Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL)?

Question: I received a Notice of Federal Tax Lien via certified mail for unpaid taxes and I’m scared and don’t know what to do. How do I get this situation resolved?  Answer: A Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL) is public record and is generally filed with the County Recorder where you reside.  It’s a …

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Owing 941 Payroll Taxes

Question: I own a small business and we had to shut down due to the Pandemic and in order to keep afloat, I did not send the IRS my employee’s withholding (941) taxes for a few quarters.  How much trouble am I in? Answer: Owing 941 payroll taxes is very different from owing personal income …

All Tuckered Out: Joel Tucker’s Story

Joel Tucker, from Kansas City, Missouri, ran into trouble with the IRS after he was caught selling false debt portfolios. In 2009 Tucker founded eData Solutions, which collected loan application information, known as leads, that he sold to approximately 70 payday lender clients. In 2012 Tucker sold the company to the Wyandotte Indian tribe but …

Innocent Spouse Relief

Question: I’m currently separated from my spouse, who owns his own business, and we are in the process of getting a divorce.  I have always filed jointly with my husband and now the IRS is sending me notices stating I owe $65,000.  I have no idea how they are coming up with this amount as …

Abatement of Penalties

Question:  I do not have the funds to pay what I owe for my 2018 income tax return.  I also was late in filing the return. Not only is the IRS demanding the tax I owe, but they have slapped on these huge amounts for penalties and interest.  I had extenuating circumstances that caused all …