It’s somehow appropriate that the IRS would release a private letter ruling regarding a double mastectomy in October (in case you’re not aware, it’s Breast
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IRS Calls for Paper Proposals
The Internal Revenue Service invites proposals for original papers for the 2010 IRS Research Conference. Topics can include tax compliance, taxpayer burden, improving tax administration,
Read MoreIf You Pay Them, They Will Come
Here’s a crazy thought: if you give people a financial incentive, you can make them do almost anything (trust me, I watch a lot of
Read MoreIRS Cuts Ties With ACORN
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on Wednesday that it is cutting ties with ACORN after disastrous video footage was released showing ACORN workers offering
Read MoreOffshore Voluntary Compliance Program Deadline Extended
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced an extension of the deadline for its Offshore Voluntary Compliance Program. The deadline, which was initially September 23,
Read MoreLooking For Some Extra Cash This Summer?
Are you looking for a little extra cash this summer! The IRS recently issued a reminder about unclaimed refunds… does one belong to you? Earlier
Read MoreDon’t Be Fooled: Homebuyer’s Credit Fraud Is Still Fraud
With a more or less self-governing tax system, there are always going to be opportunities for fraud. New deductions and expenses create an environment that
Read MoreIs UBS About To Name Names?
Rumors have been swirling for months that a settlement between UBS and the Justice Department would be announced in mid-July. Specifically, The New York Times
Read MoreBut Tax Pros Are Already Certifiable…
It seems that the IRS’ on again off again love affair with the idea of certifying tax preparers is on again. Earlier this month, IRS
Read MoreIRS Reverses Course On Cell Phone Tax, Asks Congress For Repeal
Just a few days ago, IRS Commissioner Doug Shulman asked for public feedback on proposals to clarify a 1989 law regarding the taxation of cell
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