How Much Do I Owe the IRS? 4 Ways to Find Out
No one wants to owe the Internal Revenue Service. Ideally, you’d pay the exact right amount of income taxes and be on your way without a second thought. Or maybe
What Is Wage Garnishment? (Spoiler Alert: It's Not Parsley)
Garnishment. The first thing that comes to mind when you hear that word might be a decorative sprig of parsley next to a fancy plate of porkchop. Or you may
The Tax Prep Checklist You've Been Waiting for
Preparing your 2018 tax return never seems like an easy feat. It often feels easier to just put off your tax preparation. And sure, procrastination can keep a tax headache
How Virtual Money Can Cause Real Tax Damage: What to Know About Bitcoin Taxes
Bitcoins: they're so hot right now. You've heard all about this type of cryptocurrency (or virtual money) investment. People are raving about how much Bitcoin value has grown since its
Here's What to Do with an IRS Notice of Deficiency
What is an IRS Notice of Deficiency (CP3219A)? Your taxes are filed, and you've finally kicked back in hopes for a compliant tax year. But what happens when things don't
IRS Letter 5071C: Preventing Identity Loss One Verification at a Time
What if someone tries to submit a tax return in your name? Identity thieves often steal personal information from taxpayers in order to file fraudulent tax returns and pocket their
Rip-off Tax Preparers & How to Spot Them
When you take your taxes to a professional, you're expecting to gain the peace of mind that comes with correctly prepared taxes. However, while you think you are doing the
