Last week, I advised that my best tax advice ever was to open the mail from the IRS. I find that to be, for many
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My Best Tax Advice Ever, Part I: Open Your Mail
A client contacted me this week with a tax problem. He sent over a big pile of correspondence that he had received from the Internal
Read MoreAudit Shows Prisoners & Felons Given Permission To Prepare Returns
At tax time, many taxpayers feel like they’re being ripped off by Uncle Sam. However, IRS is concerned that they might also be victims of
Read MoreAre Christmas Loans & RALs Your Only Options For Holiday Shopping?
While some indicators point towards an economy on the mend (including steady inflation rates and strong Black Friday sales), it’s clear that many Americans are
Read MoreIRS Responds To Criticisms Of Preparer Notices
Well that was quick. Days after the IRS sent out copies of the Notice 4809 to 21,000(ish) tax preparers, complaints were already flying. One tax
Read MoreIRS Begins Competency Test Scheduling
The IRS is forging ahead as part of its master plan to increase oversight of tax preparers across the country. In addition to Preparer Tax
Read MoreTaxgirl Gets Nod From LexisNexis
Aww shucks (*blushing*). The nice folks at LexisNexis have advised that my blog at taxgirl.com has been selected as one of the LexisNexis Top 20
Read MoreDear IRS: A Tax Pro Fires Back
I guess desperate times call for desperate measures. You may have heard about the infamous Notice 4809 from IRS making the rounds among tax professionals.
Read More10 Uses For Leftover Halloween Candy
I love Halloween. I do. I love the camp, the excess, the whole over the top vibe. I dress up every year. I make my
Read MoreIRS Gone Bad: Are Things About To Get Even Worse?
Over the years, I’ve represented a lot of clients. I’ve listened to hours and hours of IRS hold music. And I’ve had a lot of
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