23 July, 2025 | Uncategorized
Behind on Payroll Taxes in New York? What You Need to Know Employees in New York must deal with federal, state, and sometimes, local payroll taxes. Failure to pay or file these taxes can lead to significant penalties and potentially put your business at risk. To get help now, contact us at the Law Offices of Timothy S. Hart today, or read on for more details. Key Takeaways: Employers in Ne... CONTINUE READING
23 July, 2025 | tax collections Tax Relief Uncategorized
Who Can Be Held Personally Liable for New York State Business Taxes? In New York, the Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) has the right to hold individuals responsible for unpaid sales or withholding taxes. The state is willing to go after individuals who have the authority and responsibility to track, calculate, withhold, deposit, or otherwise remit the business's sales or payroll taxes to the NYS DTF. If you've ever worked for or owned a business that fai... CONTINUE READING
13 May, 2025 | Tax Fraud Tax Relief Uncategorized
New York Tax Evasion Attorney for Federal IRS Charges If your tax account gets referred to the IRS Criminal Investigation (CI) Unit, then you’re in a precarious position. Statistics from 2023 showed that the IRS’s CI team investigated around 2,676 cases and obtained an astonishing... CONTINUE READING
12 May, 2025 | Tax Issues Uncategorized
What if I Didn’t Report Cryptocurrency on My Taxes? Not reporting your cryptocurrency gains or losses will impact you in the same way that not reporting gains or losses from stocks affects you. In other words, if you have losses, you miss out on tax benefits, and if you have gains, you will incur penalties or other consequences due to failure to report income. As of 2025, around one in five US adults is... CONTINUE READING
20 April, 2025 | tax collections Uncategorized
Statute of Limitations on NY State Tax Debt—How Long Can They Collect? After state taxes have been assessed, the Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) can only collect taxes for a set period of time. In New York State, the statute of limitations is generally 20 years. However, there are exceptions, and the starting point for the 20 years depends on the specific details of your tax situation. This limit differs for each state, and as a New York resident... CONTINUE READING
20 April, 2025 | Tax Compliance Tax Penalties Uncategorized
Understanding New York State Tax Penalties: A Comprehensive Guide If you fall behind on your New York State taxes, file incorrectly, or engage in fraud, the Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) may add a wide range of penalties to your tax bill. By understanding the penalties you may be charged and learning more about the Department’s expectations for taxpayers, you can stay compliant with all state tax requirements and... CONTINUE READING
20 April, 2025 | Payment Plans Uncategorized
IRS Form 433-A: Guide to Qualifying for IRS Relief If you’re requesting certain forms of tax relief from the IRS, they may want to verify your financial information. Depending on the type of relief you are asking for, they either want to see if you are able to make the monthly payments you’re requesting or if you have enough financial need for the assistance you are asking for. To determine this, the IRS will ask you to complete Form 433-A. Accuracy and... CONTINUE READING
9 March, 2024 | Late Filed Returns Tax Debt Uncategorized
How Long Until the IRS Comes After You for Back Taxes? Navigating federal back taxes can be daunting, to say the least. If you’ve got unpaid or unfiled taxes to deal with, it’s natural to feel some stress about the possible repercussions. The first step forward is understanding how long it takes for the IRS to initiate collection actions for back taxes. From there you can get a look at the bigger picture of your own situation. As of early 2024, the IRS has recently begun... CONTINUE READING
8 February, 2024 | Sales Tax Uncategorized
Summary This article explains sales tax in New York. It covers how it works, how to file and pay, and the consequences of failing to comply. Businesses selling taxable products or services in New York must register with the Department of Taxation and Finance and collect sales tax from customers. Taxable sales generally include tangible personal property and certain services. Sales tax rates combine the state rate (4%) and local rates, which vary by jurisdiction. Businesses must collect... CONTINUE READING
Behind on Payroll Taxes in New York? What You Need to Know Employees in New York must deal with federal, state, and sometimes, local payroll taxes. Failure to pay or file these taxes can lead to significant penalties a...
