Newsletter Articles
The Myth of the Unsellable Home with an IRS Lien
An IRS lien doesn’t make a home unsellable—knowing the rules can save the deal and protect equity.
The IRS Doesn’t Always Get the Last Word: An Introduction to IRS Appeals
The IRS isn’t always the final authority—Appeals offers clients a powerful second chance to challenge decisions.
The IRS Decides How Much Your Clients Can Spend...Mostly
The IRS uses strict financial standards to decide what your clients can afford—and when relief is denied.
The Truth About the IRS ‘Fresh Start Program’ (And Why Your Clients Still Ask About It)
The IRS “Fresh Start Program” isn’t what most clients think—here’s the truth tax professionals need to know.
The IRS Wants to Speed Up Audits — Here’s What’s Changing
The IRS’s LB&I Division is rolling out reforms to speed up large audits, expand AIR, and open more paths to early settlement.
The OBBBA Extends Government Authority on the ERTC
The OBBBA grants the IRS extended authority and penalties for ERTC claims in Q3 & Q4 2021. Know how this impacts late filers, audits, and promoters.
IRS Letter LT36: The Government is Coming for The Government
The IRS is sending LT36 notices to 500,000+ federal employees, signaling stricter enforcement under the FERDI program. Learn the risks and how to help affected clients.
The “Limited Partner” Label Won’t Save Clients from Self-Employment Tax
The Tax Court confirms that “limited partner” status won’t shield active partners from self-employment tax. Actions speak louder than titles.
The SALT Cap Jumps to $40K in the Big Beautiful Bill
The SALT cap rises to $40K in 2025—but it’s not that simple. Learn who benefits, who doesn’t, and how to plan ahead before it phases out.
When the IRS Is Unresponsive… And So Is the Taxpayer Advocate Service
Even the Taxpayer Advocate Service is overwhelmed—turning IRS delays into a black hole. The latest TIGTA report reveals why your last resort might not deliver.
From Auctioneer to IRS Chief: What the Billy Long Era Means for Your Clients
Billy Long’s surprising IRS appointment signals big shifts ahead—from AI audits to private-sector reforms. Here’s what tax pros need to know.
IRS Love Letters & Notices (Collections): What You Need to Know
IRS notices like CP14, CP504, and LT11 may seem routine, but they quickly escalate to serious action. Learn what they mean and how to respond fast.
The IRS Is Misusing Its Levy Power—and Your Self-Employed Clients Are Paying the Price
IRS levy power abuse affects self-employed individuals. Find out how your clients can fight back and avoid costly repercussions today!
The IRS Garnished Your Client’s Paycheck: A Strategic Guide for Tax Professionals
Help your clients recover fast from IRS wage garnishment with proven strategies like CAP hearings, payment plans, and hardship relief.
Liability For Payroll Taxes are not Limited to the Business
Discover the 5 essential truths about IRS payroll tax enforcement and why personal liability can extend beyond the business to multiple individuals.
The Truth About IRS Audits
Uncover how IRS audits really begin, what triggers them, and how to protect your clients from costly mistakes—especially with CP2000 notices.
Fewer Employees, More Enforcement: Welcome to IRS 2.0
The IRS is shrinking in size, but not in strength. Automation and AI mean faster, tougher tax enforcement—even with fewer employees.
When Love Fades and the IRS Comes Knocking: Three Ways to Innocent Spouse Relief
Learn how spouses can protect themselves from unexpected IRS tax debt with three forms of innocent spouse relief explained under IRS Section 6015.
IRS Wage Garnishment: May Be Even Worse Than a Bank Levy
Learn how IRS wage garnishment works, key warning notices, and how it impacts both W-2 and self-employed individuals. Avoid surprises—act early.
When the IRS Freezes Your Client’s Bank Account, Everything Else Freezes Too
When the IRS levies a client's bank account, everything freezes. Learn how bank levies work, why timing matters, and what urgent steps to take.