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Overcoming NY State Back Taxes: Relief and Consequences

March 12, 2023 | Offer in Compromise Tax Debt Tax Issues Tax Relief

Get Help With New York Tax ProblemsRelief Options and Consequences of Unpaid Taxes or Unfiled Returns in New York If you get behind on your tax payment or filing obligations in New York, the Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) may issue tax warrants, garnish your wages, or seize your assets. You will also incur penalties and interest if you don't file or pay your taxes. Being in this situation can be very stressful, but there are many ways to get relief... CONTINUE READING

IRS federal tax lien release and discharge rules

March 1, 2023 | Tax Liens

Background An IRS tax lien is a kind of security interest granted over a property to secure payment of the debt. We can assist with obtaining a Release a Federal Tax Lien. A tax lien on a property is imposed to secure payment of tax debt. A tax lien may be imposed against delinquent taxes against property or on account of failure to pay taxes. In the United States a federal tax lien may be raised in connection with any kind of federal tax. IRS can have a legal claim to your prop... CONTINUE READING

Form 433-B Collection Information Statement for Businesses

February 7, 2023 | Payment Plans

You may need to complete Form 433-B if you're applying for a payment plan or hardship status for a business. To apply for an offer in compromise for a business, you need to complete Form 433-B (OIC). Both versions of this six-page form request detailed information about your business finances, but the OIC version takes you through calculating a settlement offer on your taxe... CONTINUE READING

NYS Voluntary Disclosure Program

January 27, 2023 | Tax Debt

When taxpayers do not file their returns, the New York Voluntary Disclosure may help them. If you fail to file, at some point the New York State’s Department of Taxation and Finance will realize that returns are unfiled and back taxes are due.  For this reason, it is important for taxpayers to be proactive and contact a New York tax settlement attorney if they have unfiled returns and owe back taxes to examine whether a New York Voluntary Disclosure program may assist them.  Th... CONTINUE READING

Trust Fund Penalty Guide

January 15, 2023 | Tax Penalties

The Trust Fund Recovery Penalty is the penalty you incur as an employer responsible party, if you withhold income tax, Medicare, and Social Security taxes from your employees’ wages, but don’t send the money to New York State or the IRS. The penalty is basically these unpaid monies imposed against you perso... CONTINUE READING

What Happens If You Owe the IRS More Than $10,000?

January 7, 2023 | Tax Debt

A lot of people call our office and say, "I owe 10k in taxes what should I do?" First, it's important to note that you are definitely not alone. A lot of people owe $10,000 or more in back taxes, and the IRS has programs available to help you resolve your tax debt. However, it's also important to note that the IRS takes this level of debt very seriously. You won't go to jail, but you will face other collection actions.... CONTINUE READING

Taxpayer’s Guide to IRS Partial Payment Installment Agreement

December 10, 2022 | Payment Plans

Settle Tax Debt With an IRS Partial Payment Installment Agreement If a taxpayer cannot afford to pay their full tax bill, the IRS will sometimes agree to settle some of the taxes owed. This can happen in a few different ways, including offers in compromise, currently not collectible status, and partial payment installment agreements. This guide looks at the IRS Partial Payment Installment A... CONTINUE READING

NY State Tax Warrant: What to Expect and How to Resolve

December 4, 2022 | Tax Debt Tax Help

What Is a Tax Warrant in NY? How to Resolve New York Tax Liens The New York Department of Taxation and Finance (NYS DTF) can file a tax warrant against you if you have delinquent income tax, sales tax, or other New York State taxes. This is the first collection action taken by the state, and it creates the legal pathway for the NYS DTF to seize your wages, bank accounts, and property. If New... CONTINUE READING

What Is IRS Form 433-F Used for? Tips and Instructions

December 1, 2022 | Tax Debt Tax Help

IRS Form 433-F Instructions and When to File The Internal Revenue Service uses IRS Form 433-F to gather detailed financial information about taxpayers who apply for certain tax relief programs. This form requires a financial information statement, and it helps the IRS decide if you qualify for non-traditional types of payment plans such as partial payment installment agreements and payment p... CONTINUE READING

How Your Unfiled Taxes Won’t Let You Sleep Soundly?

November 23, 2022 | Late Filed Returns Tax Debt

No one likes to carry any kind of debt on them, especially when it is the debt of unfiled taxes for which you might have to pay huge penalties and even go to jail (in very limited cases). So, it is never too late to correct your mistakes and speedily file the tax returns and get the situation under control. Often, you might need the help of a tax lawyer to reduce penalties and make the process go smoothly and reach a solution you can afford to pay... CONTINUE READING