Tax Relief Blog

Release and stop an individual taxpayer with a wage garnishment from the IRS or state tax agency

June 15, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

The IRS takes its responsibility for collecting the Federal Taxes from all individuals and businesses in the United States. They follow strict guidelines prescribed for them to follow in the IRC or Internal Revenue Code. Part of that code covers how they are able to garnish/levy/recover funds to satisfy an unpaid tax debt. One of the many tools that they have at their disposal is called the wage garnishment. This is an extremely effective tool and the IRC has very strict guidelines for the use and implementation of it.

What is an IRS Wage Garnishment, how to stop it?

An IRS Wage Garnishment is a levy that is imposed on a taxpayer for the sole purpose of obtaining the funds for the repayment of a tax debt owed to the Federal Government. For Los Angeles employees, or any other metro city in America, an IRS garnishment is sent directly to the employer of the person who owes the tax debt and they must send to the IRS the amount requested without question. Federal law dictates how much the IRS or any creditor is allowed to demand to be withheld by an employer.

Angelenos should know that the biggest difference between an IRS Wage Garnishment order and a typical creditor wage garnishment order is that the IRS does not need a court order to demand the levy be enforced. This is not the case for a creditor, they must obtain a court order in order to be able to demand that a business enforce the wage garnishment request.

Release your wage levy today, call 877-788-2937.

IRS scam calls – taxpayers beware

June 6, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

IRS ALERT

In order to help taxpayers avoid scams in which criminals impersonate IRS employees, IRS has issued a Fact Sheet in which it sets out the ways that it does and does not contact taxpayers.

For several years now, IRS has been publishing, in various formats, information and warnings about scams that involve taxpayers and IRS and about how taxpayers can protect themselves from such scams.

Here are various ways that legitimate IRS employees contact taxpayers.

EDD tax issues – employee versus independent contractor controversy in California

May 30, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

EDD audits employers for various employment controversies, mostly how California employers classify their employee versus independent contractor status.

We represent employers facing EDD audits and exams, employers normally receive an initial letter, simple survey type of correspondence, that usually leads to a complicated EDD audit that could result in tens or hundred of thousands of tax dollars due to EDD from the employer. Call us today at 877-788-2937 for a free evaluation.

Dealing with back tax problems? Here are some solutions.

May 4, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

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Client letter – Q1 2018 tax matter

April 17, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

CLIENT LETTER EXPLAINS RECENT DEVELOPMENTS THAT MAY AFFECT YOUR TAX SITUATION

Dear Clients:

The following is a summary of important tax developments that have occurred in the first three months of 2018 that may affect you, your family, your investments, and your livelihood. Please call us for more information about any of these developments and what steps you should implement to take advantage of favorable developments and to minimize the impact of those that are unfavorable.

IRS, FTB, EDD, CDTFA, BOE TAX HELP

April 5, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

Taxes are fees or charges imposed by the federal and state agencies on its citizens and businesses based upon transactions (income, sale or transfers) or property value to finance government activities. It is the duty of a citizens and businesses to pay and file taxes and because various tax laws and codes can be difficult to understand, people often look out for tax help when the tax time rolls around. When faced with huge fines and fees on taxes owed, you really should seek tax help and appeal to the IRS, FTB, EDD, CDTFA, BOE with resolution solutions right for you. Owing back taxes is stressful and can negatively affect every aspect of your life. The crux of the matter is not knowing what may or will happen to you once the IRS has total control over the situation and your assets. As intimidating and scary as the IRS may seem, you do have rights as a taxpayer to seek help and representation and you should not let your rights be trampled or violated. By obtaining tax help from a reputable professional, EA, attorney, or CPA for your back taxes, audits, and appeal, you can be assured you won’t be taken advantage of.

Get a free case evaluation at 877-788-2937.

A Good Tax Resolution Firm Can Help You Beat The IRS

March 20, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

Every year, around the 1st of January through April 15th every working American is expected to file an income tax return with the IRS. This return is used by the IRS to determine what your overall tax bill should have been for the previous year. Using a number of forms provided by the IRS everyone has to report their income and expenses.

The agents of the IRS will then review your tax return and determine whether or not all of the information is correct and that you either sent a check to cover what you owe the IRS or whether you are entitled to a refund check. With that said, if it is determined that there are any issues with your tax return, this will trigger the IRS to take a deeper look at your return and more than likely request an audit.

IRS Audits – get represented by the best tax defense

March 1, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

The average person only has a 1 percent chance of being selected for an IRS audit. That’s one drawing you don’t want to win! If you have been chosen, though, it’s important not to panic. How you respond to an IRS audit request can have a big impact on the outcome of the process in your tax defense.

While an IRS audit is undoubtedly stressful and can be a painful, lengthy process in some cases, following these tips will help you get through it:

Read the letter carefully

Not every notice from the IRS is an official audit, but it’s easy to panic when a letter arrives from them. Take your time to read the letter from start to finish. If they are simply requesting verification of something in your taxes, provide the information promptly. You may be able to avoid a formal IRS audit altogether if you respond appropriately in a timely manner as part of your tax defense.

Federal IRS Tax Lien – Fresh Start program helpline 1-877-788-2937

February 20, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

The IRS needs no introduction. However, the IRS is a United States Government body that oversees the collection and processing of taxes of varying kinds from individuals, businesses and corporations. The federal IRS tax lien is filed on taxpayers with unpaid back taxes, is an enforcement taskmaster holding individuals, businesses and corporations accountable for the taxes that are owed to the country. Our Los Angeles based tax representation firm assists clients in SoCal, Long Beach, Santa Ana and all other states in tax controversy matters.

On the other hand; Angelinos, US citizens, businesses and corporations mostly understand and fulfill their tax paying duties with sufficient help from EA, CPAs, tax lawyers and the IRS; that is more than happy to guide those that require guidance pertaining to back tax payments to avoid federal IRS tax lien.

Penalty Abatement – All You Wanted to Know About Penalty Abatement

February 8, 2018 | Mike Habib, EA

Penalty abatement is a form of tax debt relief you can avail to significantly reduce the total taxes you owe the IRS.

What is Penalty Abatement?

If you have a tax debt, the IRS will calculate and add penalties & interest on the amount owed. The penalties include a ‘failure to file’ penalty if you have failed to file your returns on time (including extensions), a ‘failure to pay’ penalty if the tax amount has not been paid in full and which is calculated on the basis of the amount you owe. These two penalties are charged on a monthly basis for the entire period until resolution. Further the IRS charges a daily interest on the tax amount you owe. All in all, the each penalty may contribute up to 25% of your total tax bill.

If your failure to pay taxes has been due to financial difficulties, such difficulties are further compounded by the penalties, which continuously keep adding to the total tax debt. So penalty abatement is an option you should definitely consider to achieve some degree of tax debt relief. As professional enrolled agent, Mike Habib is a tax relief expert and can guide you in this matter if you do not feel confident enough to handle it on your own.

Get a free evaluation of your case at 877-788-2937.