Article from December 2012

Do I Qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Initiative?

Earlier this year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rolled out its Fresh Start Initiative, aimed at helping struggling taxpayers. The initiative allows qualified taxpayers to avoid the IRS Failure to File penalty. This penalty is usually placed on unpaid tax balances, with accrued interest. Qualified individuals can request a six-month payment extension in which no […]

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Should You Contact a Tax Attorney?

How do you know if you need a tax attorney? Tax attorneys are lawyers who specialize in the complex and technical field of tax law. According to this article from about.com, you definitely need a tax attorney if: You have a taxable estate, need to make complex estate planning strategies, or need to file an estate tax return. […]

Get Tax Relief With Earned Income Tax Credit

Annually, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reaches out to taxpayers across America who earned $49,078 or less to offer a little tax relief by way of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC varies according to your income, family size and filing status. Basically, it is a federal refund for taxpayers with low to […]