Category Archives: General

Five Tax Scams to Avoid this Summer

The Internal Revenue Service issues a list of the top 12 tax scams each year – known as the Dirty Dozen. The scams are illegal and can lead to problems for taxpayers including significant penalties, interest and possible criminal prosecution. … Continue reading

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Eight Reasons to Visit an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center

Do you need assistance with a tax issue that can’t be handled online or on the phone? If you want to meet with an IRS representative face-to-face, come to your local IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center. Here are eight reasons to … Continue reading

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What You Need to Know About the 2010 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums

The 2010 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums are about to begin! The tax forums are three-day events that provide tax professionals with the most up-to-date information on federal and state tax issues presented by IRS experts and partner organizations. Here are … Continue reading

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IRS Provides Tax Help, Guidance to Gulf Oil Spill Victims; Special Assistance Day Planned for July 17

The Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance to individuals and businesses affected by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and announced a number of new efforts to help affected taxpayers, including a special Gulf Coast Assistance Day on … Continue reading

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PREPARED REMARKS OF DOUGLAS H. SHULMAN COMMISSIONER OF INTERNAL REVENUE BEFORE THE AMERICAN PAYROLL ASSOCIATION & THE AMERICAN ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATION 28TH ANNUAL CONGRESS MAY 27, 2010 GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER WASHINGTON, DC

WASHINGTON — It’s an honor to be addressing The American Payroll Association’s and American Accounts Payable Association’s 28th Annual Congress. APA has a long history of providing valuable advice and feedback to the IRS as we have implemented a number … Continue reading

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IRS presents IRS Live – New Requirements for Tax Return Preparers – Learn the Who, What, When and How

The Internal Revenue Service will debut its latest educational program for tax professionals, the webinar IRS Live, on June 9, 2 p.m. ET. The topic is “New Requirements for Tax Return Preparers – Learn the Who, What, When and How.” … Continue reading

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Open House Saturday June 5 to Help Taxpayers Solve Problems and Respond to Notices

The Internal Revenue Service will once again host a special nationwide open house on Saturday, June 5 to help taxpayers solve tax problems and respond to notices from the IRS. Approximately 200 IRS offices, at least one in every state, … Continue reading

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Five Tips for Great Record-Keeping

There are many records you have that may help document items on your tax return. You’ll need this documentation should the IRS select your return for examination. Here are five tips from the IRS about keeping good records. Normally, tax … Continue reading

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COBRA Subsidy Eligibility Period Extended to May 31

Workers who lose their jobs during April and May may qualify for a 65-percent subsidy on their COBRA health insurance premiums, according to the Internal Revenue Service. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act established this subsidy to help workers who … Continue reading

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Ten Things the IRS Wants You to Know About Identity Theft

Criminals use many methods to steal personal information from taxpayers. They can use your information to steal your identity and file a tax return in order to receive a refund. Here are 10 things the IRS wants you to know … Continue reading

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