The tax deadline was July 15 this year. Taxpayers who submitted an extension have until Oct. 15 to file and do not face the failure to file penalty if they file their taxes by the deadline. But taxpayers need to remember that an extension to file is not an extension to pay. Any taxes owed… Read More

Later this month the Internal Revenue Service will start mailing letters to roughly 9 million Americans who typically don not file federal income tax returns who may be eligible for, but have not registered to claim, An Economic Impact Payment. The letter will urge recipients to register at IRS.gov by Oct. 15 in order to… Read More

Victims of Hurricane Laura that began Aug. 22 now have until Dec. 31, 2020 to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. The IRS is offering this relief in any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as qualifying for individual assistance.  Currently this includes Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron,… Read More

Before a natural disaster strikes, taxpayers are encourage to prepare if possible. This includes putting financial safety measures in place. To help protect your financial safety in a disaster situation, taxpayers should: Update emergency plans– Strive to make this a yearly review Create electronic copies of documents– Taxpayers should keep this information in a safe… Read More

List of “Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams Tax scams tend to rise during tax season or during times of crisis, and scam artists are using pandemic to try stealing money and information from honest taxpayers. Taxpayers are encouraged to refrain from engaging potential scammers online or on the phone. Here are the year’s “Dirty Dozen” scams:… Read More

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (Cares) Act can help eligible taxpayers in need by providing favorable tax treatment for withdrawals from retirement plans and IRA’s. Under the CARES Act, individuals eligible for coronavirus-related relief may be able to withdraw up to $100,000 from IRA’s or workplace retirement plans before December 31, 2020, if… Read More

While the federal income tax-filing deadline has passed for most people, some taxpayer’s have not filed their 2019 tax returns yet. If the taxpayer is entitled to a refund, there’s no penalty for filing late. Penalties and interest will begin to accrue on any remaining unpaid tax due as of July 16, 2020. Anyone who… Read More

The IRS today reminds taxpayers who took advantage of the People First Initiative tax relief and did not make previously owed tax payments beginning March 25 through July 15 that they need to restart their payments. As the IRS continues to reopen its operations across the country, taxpayers who were in payment agreements and skipped… Read More

The IRS today announced additional retail partners are accepting cash payments for federal taxes. This cash payment option is for individual and business taxpayers. The IRS’ continuing partnership with ACI Worldwide’s OfficialPayments.com and the PayNearMe Company allows taxpayers to make a payment without a bank account or credit card at participating 7-Eleven stores, Ace Cash… Read More

Taxpayers Assistance Centers Begin Reopening Monday, 06-29-2020 Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACS) began reopening to the public with a phased approach. To ensure the safety of the public and employees, those seeking in-person assistance at the TAC should call 1-844-545-5640 to make an appointment. Appointments will be available if they need assistance for authentication of identity… Read More