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If you are going through an IRS Tax Audit, Fresh Start Tax is the most experienced tax firm when it comes to IRS Audit Defense. We have on staff former IRS Agents, Managers and Supervisors who worked in the Florida Offices of the IRS at Miami, Ft.Lauderdale and the IRS District Office.
We know all of the tax strategies used and employed by the IRS.
We have defended hundreds of IRS tax audits. Call us for a free tax consultation.
Fresh Start Tax is one of the premier tax resolution firms in the country. We deal with all types of civil cases including individuals, businesses, non-profits, partnerships and corporations. We have staff that specialize in every facet of IRS representation. We know all the IRS tax strategies because of our extensive IRS working backgrounds.
Some of our many specialties include the following:
Immediate Tax Representation
Offers in Compromise/Settlements
Immediate Release of Bank Garnishments or Wage Levies
IRS Notices/Bill of Intent to Levy or Final Notices
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How we get an Immediate Release of Wage or Bank Levy:
1. We immediately send a power of attorney to the IRS letting them know we are now your representative. You will never have to speak them.
2. We will make sure your tax returns are filed and current. If they are not filed, we will prepare and file your tax returns.
3. We will secure a required 433-F (IRS financial statement), verify the income and expenses and work out a settlement agreement.
4. Settlement agreements can be in different forms:
a. Hardship. Hardship cases usually go into a 3 year suspended status because of an inability to pay. This is also called currently noncollectable.
b Payment Agreements are agreed upon monthly installment payments to the IRS.
c. Offer in Compromise. A much longer and detailed process of tax settlement. We will discuss in detail with you the merits of each. 5.The IRS will then fax to your payroll department, bank, or third party a Release Of Levy.
Fresh Start Tax is one of the premier tax resolution firms in the country. We deal with all types of civil cases including individuals, businesses, non-profits, partnerships and corporations. We have staff that specialize in every facet of IRS representation. We know all the IRS tax strategies because of our extensive IRS working backgrounds. Some of our many specialties include the following:
Immediate Tax Representation
Offers in Compromise/Settlements
Immediate Release of Bank Garnishments or Wage Levies
IRS Notices/Bill of Intent to Levy or Final Notices
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So, how do you know if you have to File a Tax Return? from irs.gov
You must file a federal income tax return if your income is above a certain level; which varies depending on your filing status, age and the type of income you receive.
Check the Individuals section of the IRS website at http://www.irs.gov or consult the instructions for Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040EZ for specific details that may help you determine if you need to file a tax return with the IRS this year.
You can also use the Interactive Tax Assistant available on the IRS website to determine if you need to file a tax return. The ITA tool is a tax law resource that takes you through a series of questions and provides you with responses to tax law questions.
There are some instances when you may want to file a tax return even though you are not required to do so. Even if you don’t have to file, here are seven reasons why you may want to:
Federal Income Tax Withheld You should file to get money back if Federal Income Tax was withheld from your pay, you made estimated tax payments, or had a prior year overpayment applied to this year’s tax.
Making Work Pay Credit You may be able to take this credit if you had earned income from work. The maximum credit for a married couple filing a joint return is $800 and $400 for other taxpayers.
Earned Income Tax Credit You may qualify for EITC if you worked, but did not earn a lot of money.EITC is a refundable tax credit; which means you could qualify for a tax refund.
Additional Child Tax Credit This refundable credit may be available to you if you have at least one qualifying child and you did not get the full amount of the Child Tax Credit.
American Opportunity Credit The maximum credit per student is $2,500 and the first four years of postsecondary education qualify.
First-Time Homebuyer Credit The credit is a maximum of $8,000 or $4,000 if your filing status is married filing separately. To qualify for the credit, taxpayers must have bought – or entered into a binding contract to buy – a principal residence located in the United States on or before April 30, 2010. If you entered into a binding contract by April 30, 2010, you must have closed on the home on or before September 30, 2010. If you bought a home as your principle residence in 2010, you may be able to qualify and claim the credit even if you already owned a home. In this case, the maximum credit for long-time residents is $6,500, or $3,250 if your filing status is married filing separately.
Health Coverage Tax Credit Certain individuals, who are receiving Trade Adjustment Assistance, Reemployment Trade Adjustment Assistance, or pension benefit payments from the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, may be eligible for a Health Coverage Tax Credit worth 80 percent of monthly health insurance premiums when you file your 2010 tax return.
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IRS Tax Time Tips from irs.gov
It’s that time of the year again, the income tax filing season has begun and important tax documents should be arriving in the mail. Even though your return is not due until April, getting an early start will make filing easier. Here are the Internal Revenue Service’s top 10 tips that will help your tax filing process run smoother than ever this year.
Start gathering your records Round up any documents or forms you’ll need when filing your taxes: receipts, canceled checks and other documents that support income or deductions you’re claiming on your return.
Be on the lookout W-2s and 1099s will be coming soon; you’ll need these to file your tax return.
Try IRS e-file: After 21 years, IRS e-file has become the safe, easy and most common way to file a tax return. Last year, 70 percent of taxpayers – 99 million people – used IRS e-file. Starting in 2011, many tax preparers will be required to use e-file and will explain your filing options to you. This is your chance to give it a try. IRS e-file is approaching 1 billion returns processed safely and securely. If you owe taxes, you have payment options to file immediately and pay by the tax deadline. Best of all, combine e-file with direct deposit and you get your refund in as few as 10 days.
Consider other filing options There are many different options for filing your tax return.You can prepare it yourself or go to a tax preparer.You may be eligible for free face-to-face help at an IRS office or volunteer site.Give yourself time to weigh all the different options and find the one that best suits your needs.
Consider Direct Deposit If you elect to have your refund directly deposited into your bank account, you’ll receive it faster than waiting for a paper check.
Visit the IRS website again and again The official IRS website is a great place to find everything you’ll need to file your tax return: forms, publications, tips, answers to frequently asked questions and updates on tax law changes.
Remember this number: 17 Check out IRS Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax on the IRS website. It’s a comprehensive collection of information for taxpayers highlighting everything you’ll need to know when filing your return.
Review! Review! Review!Don’t rush. We all make mistakes when we rush.Mistakes will slow down the processing of your return. Be sure to double-check all the Social Security Numbers and math calculations on your return as these are the most common errors made by taxpayers.
Don’t panic! If you run into a problem, remember the IRS is here to help. Try http://www.irs.gov or call toll-free at 800-829-1040.
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Different Ways to Obtain IRS Forms and Publications
The Internal Revenue Service has free tax forms and publications on a wide variety of topics. Due to the continued growth in electronic filing, the availability of free options to taxpayers and efforts to reduce costs; the IRS will no longer be automatically mailing paper tax packages.
If you need IRS forms, here are four easy methods for getting the information you need.
On the Internet You can access forms and publications on the IRS website 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at http://www.irs.gov.
Taxpayer Assistance Centers There are 401 TACs across the country where IRS offers face-to-face assistance to taxpayers, and where taxpayers can pick up many IRS forms and publications.
Visit http://www.irs.gov and go to Contact My Local Office on the Individuals page to find a list of TAC locations by state. On the Contact My Local Office page, you can also select TAC Site Search and enter your zip code to find the IRS walk-in office nearest you as well as a list of the services available at specific offices.
At Convenient Locations in Your Community During the tax filing season, many libraries and post offices offer free tax forms to taxpayers. Some libraries also have copies of commonly requested publications. Many large grocery stores, copy centers and office supply stores have forms you can photocopy or print from a CD.
By Mail You can call 1-800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676) Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 10:00 pm local time – except Alaska and Hawaii which follow Pacific time – to order current year forms, instructions and publications as well as prior year forms and instructions by mail. You will receive your order by mail, usually within 10 days.
Please wait until after January 10, 2011, to order tax products for 2010.
Links:
Publication 910, Guide to Free Tax Services (PDF 636K)
Publication 2053A, Quick and Easy Access to IRS Tax Help and Forms (PDF 40K)
State tax forms
IRS has made it very easy for everyone to access forms and pubs. For tax problems, call us today.
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“A” Rated by the Better Business Bureau
Fresh Start Tax is one of the premier tax resolution firms in Florida. We deal with all types of civil cases including individuals, businesses, non-profits, partnerships and corporations. We have staff that specialize in every facet of IRS representation. We know all the IRS tax strategies because of our extensive IRS working backgrounds. Some of our many specialties include the following:
Immediate Tax Representation
Offers in Compromise/Settlements
Immediate Release of Bank Garnishments or Wage Levies
IRS Notices/Bill of Intent to Levy or Final Notices
Non-filers, never filed, old and past due tax returns
Have you received IRS Notice CP 297A?
What is the notice telling me?
This notice is telling you that the IRS issued a levy against any federal payments due you, such as contractor/vendor payments, OPM retirement benefits, salary, or employee travel advances or reimbursements because you still have a balance due on your tax account. They issued the levy without giving you an opportunity for a pre-levy hearing since you previously requested a hearing within the last 2 years.
What do I have to do?
Pay the amount due as shown on the notice. Mail the IRS your payment in the envelope sent to you. Enclose the copy of the letter to make sure the IRS correctly credits your account. If you can’t pay the whole amount now, call the IRS at the telephone number provided on your notice to make alternative arrangements to satisfy your tax account. This may include entering into an installment agreement or proposing an Offer in Compromise. You may also file a Form 12153, Request for a Collection Due Process or Equivalent Hearing, to appeal the levy action.
How much time do I have?
You should contact the IRS or pay your balance due immediately. You have 30 days from the date of this notice to file a Form 12153.
What happens if I don’t pay?
If you don’t pay or make arrangements to pay, there are several options available that the IRS may use to collect the money. One option is to continue the levy against your federal payment(s). Another option is to levy your property, or rights to property, such as real estate, automobiles, business assets, bank accounts and other income.
Who should I contact if I need help dealing with the IRS?
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What if I don’t agree or have already taken corrective action?
If you do not agree with the information in this notice, call the IRS immediately at the telephone number on your notice. They will do their best to help you. If you do not agree with the levy action, you have the right to file an Appeals hearing request. Your request for a hearing must be filed within 30 days of this notice.
If you called the IRS about this matter before, but they did not correct the problem, you may want to contact the Taxpayer Advocate Service.
If you have already paid or arranged for an installment agreement, you should still call the IRS at the telephone number on your notice to make sure your account reflects this.
