JimFAQs, Filing Taxes

IRS’s 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 my spouse said he was … Read More

JimBack Tax Help, FAQs

Notice of Federal Tax Lien

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 formal notice to all your … Read More

KaitlinBack Tax Help, FAQs

What Are IRS Tax Seizures?

The final step in the IRS collections process is a seizure. At this point the IRS will take everything you have left to satisfy the debt they believe you owe! What Can the IRS Do? Unlike an IRS levies which involves intangible assets such as your bank account, a seizure is the taking of physical assets, including your home, cars, boats, jewelry, motorcycles, insurance … Read More

KaitlinBack Tax Help, FAQs

Don’t Deal With the IRS On Your Own

We often get asked the question, “I owe the IRS $55,000 plus penalties and interest in back taxes but I think I can handle this myself.  Is there any reason why I shouldn’t deal with the IRS on my own?“ One of the worst things you can do is talk to the IRS directly without proper representation. You would not … Read More

KaitlinFAQs, Filing Taxes, Important Information

Tax Filing For Gig Workers

Are you a gig worker? You may or may not realize special tax filing specifications you have. The following is excellent information from Liz Farmer, Senior Contributor at Forbes Magazine: The number of gig workers in America has been growing in recent years, but the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated that trend. Before the pandemic, around 41 million Americans were already classified as … Read More

KaitlinBack Tax Help, FAQs

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 formal notice to all your … Read More

KaitlinBack Tax Help, FAQs

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 my spouse said he was … Read More

KaitlinBack Tax Help, FAQs

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 of this. This isn’t fair…what … Read More

KaitlinFAQs

The Very Best You Can Find

If you needed heart surgery, would you shop around for the least expensive surgeon or would you get the very best you can find? The same holds true for dealing with the Internal Revenue Service. Having IRS problems can ruin all aspects of your life, your marriage, relationships with your children and family members, your employment, ability to buy a … Read More

KaitlinFAQs

We Can Answer Your IRS Questions

Question: I have a huge tax amount owed to the IRS and they are harassing me and I need help.  I got a quote from a national firm which seems extraordinarily low.  Why should I go with you? Answer:  If someone quoted you a bargain basement fee, think about this: do you think an experienced tax resolution CPA, EA or … Read More