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Loading Tax News…Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on Oct 10, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, answers another question from Reddit from a taxpayer who owes more than $230,000 to the IRS, has had their passport suspended, and can’t afford to pay the tax liability in full. […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on Oct 3, 2026
Today, Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, shares an important warning for taxpayers: filing a frivolous tax return can result in a $5,000 civil penalty. Under IRC Section 6702, the IRS has identified dozens of arguments, listed […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on Aug 13, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, answers a common question: “I just got a bill from the IRS. What are my options?” While the answer depends on your financial situation and the amount you owe, there are […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on Jul 18, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, breaks down one of the most common tax questions taxpayers face: Should you itemize your deductions or take the standard deduction? The answer depends on your individual financial situation and whether your […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on Jul 12, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, breaks down IRS Form 9297, Summary of Taxpayer Contact, and what it means if you receive one in the mail. While this notice may sound intimidating, understanding what it is—and what […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on Jun 13, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, answers one of the most common questions taxpayers ask every year: “Where’s my refund?” The answer depends on how you chose to receive it. Direct Deposit vs. Paper Check The first thing to […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on May 15, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, explains what’s “On TAP” for taxpayers this year—and no, he’s not talking about drinks. TAP stands for the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel, a Federal Advisory Committee to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), that serves as the […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on May 8, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, shares three things he would never do as a taxpayer-and one thing he always makes sure to do every tax season. Don’t Trust Guaranteed Refund Promises If you’re hiring someone to prepare your taxes, it’s important […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on May 7, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, shares his least favorite IRS notice—and surprisingly, it’s not the final levy notice many taxpayers fear. Instead, it’s the CP2000 notice. What Is a CP2000 Notice? A CP2000 notice is sent when the IRS believes you failed to report all […]
Ask Phil Video SeriesPublished on May 1, 2026
Optima Tax Relief’s Chief Tax Officer and Lead Tax Attorney, Phil, answers a common question: “Is filing taxes voluntary—do I really have to file?” The answer is yes… but also no. While the U.S. tax system is technically considered voluntary, there’s an important catch that […]
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