Article from June 2023

Ask Phil: The 411 on Levies & Garnishments

Today, Optima Tax Relief’s Lead Tax Attorney, Phil Hwang, discusses levies and garnishments, including which assets the IRS can seize and how the IRS can garnish your wages.  A levy is a legal seizure against your assets that results from owing back taxes. In truth, the IRS can seize just about anything you own. This […]

How to Keep Good Tax Records

Tax time can be a stressful period for individuals and businesses alike. However, maintaining accurate and organized tax records throughout the year can make the process much smoother and alleviate unnecessary headaches. Whether you’re a freelancer, small business owner, or an individual taxpayer, this guide will provide you with valuable tips on how to keep […]

Ask Phil: How Does IRS Enforcement Work?

Today, Optima Tax Relief’s Lead Tax Attorney, Phil Hwang, discusses IRS enforcement, including the statute of limitations and how it might affect your credit report.  Did you know the IRS has a certain amount of time to collect your tax debt before it expires? How long? Well, the simple answer is 10 years, but several […]

Optima Newsletter – June 2023

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Taxes Bankruptcy is an exhausting process that individuals and corporations may have to go through when they are overburdened by financial obligations. While it provides the opportunity for a fresh start, it is critical to be mindful of the tax implications. In this blog article, we will discuss the tax implications […]

Ask Phil: How Do IRS Penalties and Interest Work?

Today, Optima Tax Relief’s Lead Tax Attorney, Phil Hwang, discusses penalties and interest, including the most common penalties and how interest rates are calculated.  Failure to File Penalties Owing the IRS is much more than just owing a tax balance. The IRS also charges penalties and interest, the most common penalties being the Failure to […]