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 8 End of the Year Tax TipsAlthough you may be used to waiting until April to worry about your taxes, this could be a big mistake. Many tax breaks are secured through actions taken before January 1. And guess what – it is already November and the holidays are just a few weeks away! The Benefits of Retaining a Tax Lawyer vs Negotiating your own SettlementAlthough taxpayers have the right to negotiate directly with the IRS, it is often a good idea to hire a professional, such as an attorney, to represent you in the negotiations. However, there are some instances where a taxpayer may be better off working directly with the IRS. Seasonal Tax Planning TipsIf you own a business or are self-employed, then you are probably used to the idea of tax planning throughout the year. However, even if you are a regular wage-earning employee and do not have to worry about making quarterly payments, you should still get in the habit of thinking about your taxes all year long. It will make tax season less stressful, and by planning your finances in advance you can keep your tax liability as low as possible. 6 Tactics Congress Might Use to Stimulate the EconomyThe Obama Administration and leaders in Congress are quietly working on ways to further stimulate the economy. With unemployment rates continuing to climb, and a housing tax credit due to expire in a few weeks, there is pressure on the White House to do something else to help the economy. 8 Alternatives to Foreclosing on your Home LoanWhether or not the economy is improving, one fact remains the same: families all over the country are struggling to make their mortgage payments. Depending on your unique financial situation (the value of your home, changes to your income, missed payments etc.) foreclosure may not be your only option. The 3 Types of IRS Offers in CompromiseThe IRS offers three (3) different payment options when it comes to the Offer in Compromise: Lump Sum Cash Offers, Short Term Periodic Payment Offers, and Deferred Periodic Payment Offer. However, the difference in these payment options is not solely the difference in how the Offer in Compromise is to be paid. Rather, each “payment option” actually impacts the total amount the taxpayer will pay to the IRS. 6 Frightening IRS Horror StoriesFor most of us, the scariest thing in life is not a ghost, vampire, or witch, but a letter from the IRS. To celebrate the Halloween season, we have compiled some of the scariest IRS horror stories. They may not cause you to lose any sleep, but should at least be a reminder to keep receipts and stay up to date on your rights as a U.S. taxpayer. The Future of the First-Time Homebuyers CreditAs the deadline to claim the first-time homebuyers credit gets closer and closer, more experts are predicting that Congress will pass some type of incentive extension within the next few weeks. In fact, there are reportedly over 5 bills currently being considered by the Senate and House of Representatives. Taxes and the ElderlyOne of the groups being hit the hardest by the recession are elderly taxpayers. Recent studies are even showing that many retired citizens are being forced to rejoin the competitive work force in order to make ends meet. Some people mistakenly think that the IRS treats senior citizens unfairly, but this is not necessarily the case. As you will see, the IRS has a special set of laws designed to help elderly citizens in this country. How to Amend a Tax ReturnDuring the magical time of year known as tax season, millions of US taxpayers scurryabout to prepare their tax returns for eventual filing. However, since the 1040 filing process can be very complex, it is not surprising that taxpayers make mistakes when preparing their tax returns. Worse still, all tax returns must be signed under criminal penalty of perjury, which can cause some discomfort to taxpayers when they are not confident that they are submitting all of the correct information. For tho
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