There is no shame in needing professional help during tax season. In fact, if you’re able to afford tax assistance or find community resources, you’ll have a better likelihood of accurate returns. Getting your return completed correctly the first time means fewer delays and getting your refund faster. Choosing the wrong tax professional, however, could […]
What if I Can’t Pay My Installment Agreement?
CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Phil Hwang reconvene to continue the discussion on IRS installment agreements. In this episode of The Tax Show for People Who Owe, the hosts discuss solutions to unaffordable payment plans. What should you do if you can’t make a payment? Tune in for suggestions. Contact Us Today for […]
The Consequences of Owing Taxes
Owing the IRS can be a scary and confusing time, especially if you don’t know what to expect. The IRS has protocols to collect past due balances. This article will review the consequences of owing taxes. Interest and Penalties The IRS adds interest to your tax liability daily until you pay it in full. The […]
Tax Reduction Strategies
While taxes are inevitable, you want to make sure that you’re not paying more than you have to. You can legally reduce your taxes by using strategies that you may not be aware of. Here are some tax reduction strategies from Optima Tax Relief. Retirement Contribution A simple way to reduce your taxes is by […]
What are Non-Taxable Earnings?
There are instances where income will not be taxed, whether or not you report it during tax season. Understanding which earnings are taxable versus non-taxable could save you a lot of time and trouble when you file your tax returns. Non-taxable earnings The following forms of income are non-taxable: Most healthcare benefits Scholarships and student […]
Do You Qualify for an IRS Installment Agreement?
Paying an IRS liability in full isn’t always an option. This is why the IRS offers installment agreements, or payment plans, to help taxpayers pay off their debt. For this week’s episode, CEO David King discusses installment agreement options with Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang. If You Need Tax Help, Contact Us Today for a Free […]
Optima Newsletter – May 2022
IRS Unclaimed Tax Refunds The IRS announced that it has $1.5 billion in tax refunds from 2018 and gave taxpayers until the end of the season to claim their money. If you missed out on claiming your refund, there are steps you can take to make sure you claim other refunds from 2019 and […]
Do You Qualify for IRS Penalty Relief?
Penalty abatements provide relief from IRS tax penalties. How do you know if you’re eligible? If you are looking to resolve your tax burden with the IRS, you may qualify for a penalty abatement. Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang discuss the two most common circumstances that would qualify you for […]
May 16 Filing Deadline for Tax-Exempt Organizations
The IRS shared a reminder for tax-exempt organizations that have a filing deadline of May 16, 2022. Filing is mandatory, so if you need more time, you should request an extension as soon as possible. Which Form should tax-exempt organizations file? Tax-exempt organizations would file one of four tax forms for a return: Form 990-series […]
Optima Newsletter – April 2022
IRS Sends Large Tax Bills for 2021 Unemployment Benefits While some were able to return to work in 2021, approximately 25 million people received unemployment benefits and didn’t withhold taxes. The IRS is now looking to collect back taxes for the $325 billion in total benefits and mailed millions of large tax bills this season. […]