Although almost everyone is required to pay federal income tax, it may be possible to dispute the amount owed. For example, one might contest the results of an audit. In the event that the IRS proposes changes to a tax return, a taxpayer may protest the decision and...
Month: April 2015
Working out a payment plan with the IRS
Having to deal with the Internal Revenue Service can be a daunting prospect for Georgia residents. The agency has the power to garnish paychecks and freeze bank accounts, but taxpayers can often avoid such measures by acting proactively. Many people make the mistake...
Understanding the major estate tax issues for surviving spouses
Georgia residents with an interest in tax issues may wish to know about new regulations that are expected to be issued by the IRS. Legal and accounting professionals are notifying clients about this matter, which affects estate taxes and could have serious tax...
Risk of tax audit may be higher for people who earn less
A lack of funding for the Internal Revenue Service may not be a good thing for average families in Georgia. Although some people think that less IRS funding could result in a smaller chance of being audited, the opposite may actually be true. According to statistics...
Subjecting taxpayers to IRS audits
Georgia taxpayers may be interested in learning more about critical errors that could place them in a compromising position with the IRS. Generally speaking, the IRS has up to three years to audit a taxpayer after a return is filed. If the taxpayer underreports their...