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Its time to take my case to an IRS appeals officer in Mesa AZ

Do I need to call a Mesa AZ tax attorney in order to present my case to an IRS appeals officer?  Not necessarily.  Taking your case to an IRS appeals officer when you live in Mesa AZ is not a legal matter that requires a tax attorney.  You can always present your own case or use the services of an enrolled agent or CPA.  May I suggest Scott Allen of Mesa AZ.  He is an enrolled agent who specialized in serious tax matters.  98% of cases do not require the use of an appeals officer, but in the 2% that do of cases more important then anything is your preparation in the matter.  Scott Allen EA will spend ample (but necessary) time with you organizing your paperwork and tax information in a matter that the IRS appeals officer likes and can understand.  In doing this, it was make the time and process with the IRS appeals officer stress free and quick.

Next time you feel like your IRS matter is not being resolved correctly with your auditor, collection officer, CPA, or tax attorney in Mesa AZ please give Scott Allen EA a call for a free evaluation of your IRS tax matter.  He promises quick response and guaranteed services.  Click here to contact Scott Allen EA today.

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IRS innocent spouse relief for Mesa AZ taxpayers

A question you might be asking yourself:  Do I need a Mesa AZ tax attorney for my IRS innocent spouse relief?

First thing to note is that filing for innocent spouse relief does not require the need to hire a tax attorney in Mesa AZ.  You can file for innocent spouse relief on your own, with a CPA or an Enrolled Agent.  If do you hire some to represent you it is important that you meet with that person face-to-face.  I highly discourage working with an out of state company.  My I suggest to you Scott Allen EA in Mesa AZ.  He promises a quick response and follow through service.  Below is a list of things to consider before applying for Mesa AZ innocent spouse relief.

  1. You CANNOT have benefited from unreported income or incorrect deductions on a jointly filed tax return.
  2. In a community property state (Arizona is) you may file a married filing separate return as long as both parties involved report their share of income correctly.
  3. You have to be able to prove you innocence in the issue and that you did not know what you spouse was doing or preparing.

If very important to note that the IRS will do their own investigation in the process.  That process can take 6-12 months.  They will attempt to contact your spouse to get his or her side of the story.  You want to avoid making false claims that will only make the matter worse and the debt larger.  Upon innocent spouse relief being accepted the entire share of tax, interest, and penalties will be removed from your account.

Scott Allen EA of Tax Debt Advisors has the experience in preparing and filing innocent spouse claims if he determines you are a candidate.  Consider calling him today before calling a Mesa AZ tax attorney for your IRS matter.  Schedule a free consultation in his office.  Click here for more information.

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Acceptable reasons for IRS penalty abatement in Mesa, AZ

Tax Debt Advisors, Inc—Acceptable reasons for Mesa, AZ IRS penalty abatement
If you were hospitalized or had a serious hardship that prevented you from filing or full paying your taxes on time, your request will be considered.  There are numerous reasons that qualify as a serious hardship, but the key is how it prevented you from filing or paying.  There are millions of taxpayers affected by the same hurricane that handled their taxes appropriately.  So the burden of proof is why the hurricane made it impossible or at least created a hardship different from the others that complied with the law.

If you have multiple years that you feel should qualify for penalty abatement, you need to file IRS Form 843 for each year.  You may find that the IRS agrees to penalty abatement in Mesa AZ for the first year and deny penalty abatement for later years.  And the IRS may feel having a problem for one year makes sense but allowing penalty abatement for the same reasons for multiple years could be unfair who taxpayers to complied with the law.

Scott Allen E.A. of Tax Debt Advisors has the experience to advise and request your Mesa AZ IRS penalty abatement.  If you are seeing a free initial consultation contact Scott Allen E.A. at 480-926-9300

 

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IRS Form 8857, Mesa AZ Taxpayer’s Request for Innocent Spouse Relief

You must submit IRS Form 8857 if you are:
  • Seeking Innocent Spouse Relief
  • Separation of Liability Relief
  • Equitable Relief.
Besides filling out the information requested you must include a written statement which is signed under penalties of perjury.  IRS Publication 971 provides complete information regarding all three relief options.  The IRS web site at www.IRS.gov website has information found under Tax Information for Innocent Spouses on this subject.

 

If you live in a community property state and filed as married filing separate rather than married filing joint, you might still qualify for innocent spouse relief.  Community property states are Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Relief from joint and several liability should not be confused with an injured spouse claim.  You are a Mesa Arizona “injured spouse” if you file a joint return and all or part of your share of the refund was, or will be, applied against the separate past-due Federal Tax, state tax, child support, or Federal non-tax debt such as a student loan of your spouse with who you filed the joint return.  This tax remedy requires the filing of IRS Form 8379. Scott Allen E.A. of Tax Debt Advisors, Inc. has the expertise to assist you on your request for innocent spouse relief in or injured spouse relief in Mesa AZ. Schedule an appointment by calling Scott at 480-926-9300.

 

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Mesa AZ abatement of IRS penalties from Tax Debt Advisors, Inc

The request process is two tiered. The first is to file your Mesa AZ abatement of IRS penalties request with IRS Form 843. This form asks for details about you and the tax years in question. The reason for the abatement can be a part of the form or a separate letter attached to the form. Prior to sending in IRS Form 843, you should pay the amount of tax you owe or at least have a payment plan in place. The form gives the address where to mail it to the IRS. Submitting your Mesa AZ abatement of IRS penalty request without having a good reason is like rubbing a lamp in your house—there will be no genie with the IRS. You cannot use the excuse that you want Mesa AZ abatement of IRS penalties because you didn’t know or understand the tax law. The IRS considers it your responsibility to know the law or use someone who does. The second process is to take your request to the IRS Office of Appeals. The reason still needs to be valid but you might have a more compromising attitude with an Appeals officer.
Scott Allen E.A. of Tax Debt Advisors, Inc. knows the tax laws and will be able to competently advise you on your reasons for requesting an abatement of IRS penalties in Mesa AZ and the chances for success. Tax Debt Advisors, Inc. offers a free initial consultation and can be reached at 480-926-9300 for an appointment.

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Phoenix AZ’s Tax Debt Advisors can help eliminate IRS tax penalties

The average amount of penalties on IRS tax returns we see ranges from 25% to 100% of the taxes owed.  That is a huge price to pay to get rid of your Phoenix AZ IRS debt and penalties.  The IRS is more likely to reduce penalties if you have the ability to pay off the tax liability in full.  Some of the more common reason accepted for Phoenix AZ IRS penalty abatement are:
  • Loss of records due to weather (i.e. hurricane) or theft.
  • Death of a loved one.
  • A divorce where records were destroyed or not made available by the other spouse.
  • A major illness that made it impossible for you to file.
  • Improper counsel from your tax preparer.
  • Unemployment.
This is only a sample of reasons that the IRS will consider for penalty abatement in Phoenix AZ.  In each case you will have to prove that these factors caused you to not have control over the filing and paying of taxes. If you have a good track record of filing and full paying on time, then the IRS is more likely to positively consider your petition to eliminate Phoenix AZ IRS tax penalties.  Your request to eliminate penalties is made with IRS Form 843.  Consider scheduling a free initial consultation with Scott Allen E.A. of Tax Debt Advisors.  Scott has the expertise to advise you on your request to have a successful abatement of Phoenix AZ IRS penalties.  Call for an appointment at 480-926-9300.

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Tax Debt Advisors, Inc.—How do I qualify for “Separation of Liability” relief?

First you must have filed a joint return and must meet one of the following conditions at the time your seek relief:
  • You must be divorced or legally separated from the spouse you filed a joint return.
  • You are widowed.
  • You have not been a member of the same household as the spouse with who you filed a joint return for at least 12 months prior to filing IRS Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief.
If you knew when you signed the return of the item(s) that caused the understatement of tax, you do not qualify for separation of liability relief.  This relief provides the allocation of the additional tax owed between you and your former spouse or your current spouse (if you are separated) because an item was not reported properly on a joint return.  The tax that is allocated to you is what you will be responsible to pay.  Scott Allen E.A. of Tax Debt Advisors, Inc. offers a free consultation regarding Separation of Liability relief.  Call 480-926-9300 for an appointment.

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Suggestions for Happy Living Despite Having an IRS Problem, Part 3

Chandler AZ IRS Tax Debt

  • Happiness is a state of the spirit and an attitude of the mind.—David O. McKay
  • A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.—Anonymous
  • As you are getting ready for the day, practice smiling in the mirror.
  • Set a goal of consciously smiling at people you don’t know during the day.
  • Write the name of someone who makes you happy on a piece of paper and put it in your pocket.  Refer to it during the day and always smile when you think of that person.
There are several options available to settle your Chandler AZ IRS tax debt.  Each IRS settlement options for Chandler AZ taxpayers has pros and cons—something good about it as wells as something not so good.  However, one is always better that the rest and is usually quite obvious once the facts have been presented to you without prejudice towards any one IRS debt solution.  That is why Tax Debt Advisors should be your choice when confronted with a serious Chandler AZ IRS problem.  We offer a free consultation.

Scott Allen E.A. has witnessed the success of his family’s IRS resolution practice near Chandler Arizona first hand and is carrying on the tradition to the second generation.  Tax Debt Advisors has been helping individuals like you with IRS tax problems since 1977.  Scott is licensed to represent you before the IRS in all 50 states.  He will only take your case if it is in your best interest.  That is why our family business is going on its 45th year.  Scott Allen E.A. promises straight answers and follow through service and guarantees the most aggressive Arizona tax preparation and IRS settlement allowed by law.

 

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Tax Debt Advisors—How do I qualify for Equitable Tax Relief in Glendale AZ?

Glendale AZ Equitable Tax Relief

Equitable tax relief may be available if you do not qualify Separation of Liability Relief.  If you filed correctly and owe IRS taxes on a jointly filed return but you feel that the tax is attributable to your spouse, you can petition the IRS for relief using IRS Form 8857.  To qualify for Glendale AZ equitable tax relief you must prove that considering the facts and circumstances, it would be unfair for the IRS to hold you responsible for the taxes owed.

Scott Allen E.A. of Tax Debt Advisors has the expertise to consult with you about your chances of getting relief of an IRS tax burden in Glendale AZ through the equitable tax relief program.  Tax Debt Advisors has been helping taxpayers since 1977.  Call for a free consultation at 480-926-9300.

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Tax Debt Advisors help—What is an Offer in Compromise?

Tempe AZ IRS Offer in Compromise

An Offer in Compromise (OIC) is an offer to pay less than what you owe to the IRS and receive a complete settlement of all past tax debts, including interest and penalties.  The OIC program is only one of several ways to settle your Tempe AZ tax debt for less than what you owe.  IRS Form 656 and Form 433-A are the OIC accepted forms for individuals.  IRS Form 433-A Worksheet calculates the amount that needs to be offered.  The terms and conditions of the OIC include filing and paying on time your taxes for the next five years.  If you cannot file your individual tax return (1040) by April 15, you must request an automatic extension and file and full pay by the extension deadline.  The IRS approves only a small percentage of the offers submitted.  In 2004 only 16% of the OIC’s were accepted.  In 2010 the percentage was 24%.

It is a big mistake to file an OIC unless you are fairly certain you will have acceptance.  Interest and penalties continue to accrue as well as the statute of limitations.  If it takes the IRS 2 years to reject you OIC, you will come out of the process in much worse shape than when you submitted your OIC.

Tax Debt Advisors is next doors to Tempe AZ and has the experience to properly calculate and submit an OIC with a high degree of success.  Tax Debt Advisors has been assisting clients on Tempe AZ IRS problems for over 45 years.

 

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