Creditors can come in many forms, and for some Georgia residents, the Internal Revenue Service may be a creditor that they have to deal with. Owing money to the IRS for unpaid taxes may seem more dire than other creditors because the situation involves a government...
Tax Debt
Your rights when dealing with overdue taxes
Tax season is nigh, and like many, you may be procrastinating completing your tax returns, especially if you already owe the IRS or suspect you will on this year’s taxes. Taxes are a fact of life in the U.S. The IRS may have re-branded its reputation as a kinder,...
Could not filing a tax return provide tax relief?
Not having the funds available to pay owed taxes can certainly be a burden on any Georgia resident. Though the idea of not filing one’s taxes may seem appealing in hopes of avoiding that tax obligation, it could actually make the situation worse rather than providing...
5 ways a tax lien could be removed
Finding oneself on the receiving end of a notice from the IRS about unpaid taxes is not a desired position to be in. This type of notice may come as a surprise to some Georgia residents, and others may have anticipated it because of their difficult financial...
Is your refund at risk if your spouse has tax debt?
Most married couples in Georgia consider themselves a team. They plan on handling anything that life throws at them together. This is not always easy, and when a person finds out that his or her spouse has financial issues, particularly relating to back taxes, the...
Reconsider going to a settlement company for tax relief
Needing help with a confusing issue or one that Atlanta residents may not know much about is understandable. While reaching out for that help can be a good first step in dealing with an issue, it is important that individuals have the right help for a particular...
Penalty waiver or reduction could offer tax relief
Having problems with one’s taxes is never a comfortable position to be in. Many Atlanta residents may struggle to pay their outstanding tax balances and may only be accruing more penalties for not paying. If this is happening, some taxpayers may be able to find some...
Tax enforcement and the IRS levy
Financial stress can cause many Atlanta residents to feel as if their life is out of control. They may worry about being able to afford their necessities, make ends meet and generally live their lives as desired. Unfortunately, this stress may only become worse if a...
3 ways a tax lawyer can help during an audit.
Getting a notification from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) of an impending tax audit is stressful. The language the IRS uses in the notification may be confusing and the full implication of the audit may seem unclear. What will happen? Could the audit lead to a...
How can I get relief from tax debt?
Those who find themselves owing Uncle Sam more than they can afford to immediately pay off have options. It is important to consider these options and act to manage these bills. Taxpayers who ignore tax debt can find themselves facing penalty fees and additional...
