by Fresh Start Tax | Apr 10, 2013 | Tax Help

IRS Federal Tax Levy – Find Out How to get your Tax Levy Quickly Released 1-866-700-1040
When IRS’s files a federal tax levy against a taxpayer the first question that is asked is how fast can I get this levy released.
It is possible to get the IRS federal tax levy released that very same day if you have the documents needed to get the IRS federal tax levy be released.
For the record IRS does not want to send out the federal tax levy.
It only does so after taxpayers have failed to respond to bill or notices or refuse to pay the tax.
IRS systemically will then send out the IRS federal tax levy on bank accounts, on wages, or third-party income sources that can be received by taxpayers.
If you have just received an IRS Federal tax levy and need for it be released quickly, you will need to fill out an IRS form 433-F which is the IRS financial statement.
IRS will accept no other financial statement.
You need to complete the 433-F
You will have to complete the IRS financial statement and you must make sure that every block and section is filled out accurately and correctly.
You will need to fully document the financial statement with receipts and bills to prove those expenses actually belong to you. You will also need to verify your income and IRS usually accepts pay stubs or bank statements is documents for proof of income.
You should know that IRS will use the national standards.
The national standards are used by IRS, the Department of Justice, and used by the bankruptcy court to allow taxpayers certain expenses for their region or geographic area. It is very important that you understand how the national standard expenses will be applied on your case.
You can find those national standards on our website.
Once the IRS has the 433-F financial statement it will make a determination on how they will close case.
As a general rule IRS will place your account in one of three statuses.
IRS will either place your account based on your 433-F financial statement into an economic tax hardship, an installment payment agreement, or except the filing of an offer in compromise.
Once you contact IRS and give them your documented 433F, the Internal Revenue Service will then issue the IRS federal tax levy release on your bank account, your employer or to any third party the federal tax levy was served on.
If you need any help please feel free to contact us today.
We are former IRS agents, managers, and tax instructors and have over 60 years of direct working experience with the Internal Revenue Service.
We are A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and have been in private practice since 1982.
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One last note of interest. Many times before IRS will release the IRS federal tax lobby they will want to make sure all your federal tax returns are current and up-to-date.
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by Fresh Start Tax | Apr 9, 2013 | Tax Help

Unfiled Back Tax Returns – We can get you back in the system worry free – Former IRS Managers 1-866-700-1040
Get back in the system worry free with Former IRS Agents and Managers who know the system.
We can file all your unfiled, late, past-due and back tax returns and work out a tax settlement for you all at one time.
If you have little or no tax records that will not be a problem for us for we have reconstructed thousands of tax returns in our lifetime. The process is a simple one.
Call us today and we will go over the process and give you all the available tax options to you can get your life back in order worry and stress free.
Millions of people just like you want to get back into the IRS system but do not know what to do.
Taxpayers are worried and frightened that they might be in serious trouble however the IRS is happy to get you back into the system.
The best thing to do is to be proactive and file all of your back taxes before the IRS tells you to.
It is of utmost importance to know that each case is truly different and certain facts and patterns can drastically change the outcome and advice that you are given.
In some cases we file three years of back tax returns and another cases we may go back as many as six years , a lot depends on the facts and circumstances of your particular case.
The Process on Unfiled Back Tax Returns
There is a general rule of thumb that can be followed when filing back unfiled tax returns.
The place to start is to contact the IRS at the ASC Unit and ask for an income transcript on your social security number.
Let the IRS representative that answers the telephone know that you are looking for back income transcripts and want to file your back tax returns.
The IRS agent handling the case will give you a due date to file all unfiled back tax returns and send you an income transcript showing you all your income sources for the past six years.
From there you can start the process of filing or of tax reconstruction. Tax reconstruction occurs when you have little or no records to prepare your back on file tax returns.
As a side note
The IRS keeps income records for 7 years and will have on their transcripts of all income reported, 1099, w-2 or gambling winnings that are on file with third parties.
If you have no records to file unfiled back tax returns, you will have to prepare what is known as a cost of living analysis.
A cost of living analysis is a year by year analysis of your income and expenses.
Mock up instructions
Figure up what your average monthly expenses were for one month and multiple by 12 to come up with your annual total.
Also, add up the total of your bank deposits for that year to make sure they tie into your claimed income.
While this is not exact science, it serves as a beginning point to prepare your return.
The IRS will probably accept the tax return as is.
Tax tip on Unfiled Tax Returns
Anytime the IRS is looking at a tax return, for any year, they want to see a common cord through your claimed income. That means your bank deposits, cost of living and a financial statement for that year.
All of those should tie together. An example of this is as follows, if you are saying that you make $36,000 a year, your total monthly expenses should not exceed more than $3000.
If your total monthly expenses exceed $3000 a month that does not add up to the $36,000 a year you were showing on your tax return.
That would cause a red flag to go up by the Internal Revenue Service. Always remember the first place IRS looks to verify your income is in your bank statements.
If you will owe tax be prepared to answer this question, How are you and pay your back tax debt?
If you cannot pay your back tax bill as a result of the filing of your tax returns IRS will require you to fill out a current financial statement which will be on IRS form 433-F. IRS will then conduct a review of your income, expenses and any assets that you have and propose a solution to pay your back taxes.
Most persons in the situation will usually be put into three categories.
As a general rule if you are going through an economic tax hardship the IRS may place you into a current tax hardship.
IRS may ask that you enter into a installment payment.
IRS let you know that you are offer in compromise settlement candidate.
Contact us today and we can help file all your unfiled back tax returns and work out an effective tax settlement so you can go on and live a normal financial tax life.
We have over 60 years with the Internal Revenue Service and we are A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau. We’ve been in private practice since 1982.
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by Fresh Start Tax | Apr 8, 2013 | Tax Help

Need to Appeal a IRS Decision – Speak directly to Former IRS Agents 1-866-700-1040
You should not be bullied by the Internal Revenue Service.
There are many tax procedures available however taxpayers are uninformed on how to proceed to the next level.
Being former IRS agents and managers you should be aware other steps are available to take in your fight with the Internal Revenue Service.
The IRS appeals procedure offers taxpayers who feel their rights have been violated to continue the process through managerial and supervisory reviews.
If you have such a case and need professional tax help contact us today.
On staff are former IRS agents, managers and tax instructors who work with the Internal Revenue Service over 60 years.
Also on staff as a former IRS appeals agent of 35 years.
Contact us today for free initial tax consultation and get your life back in order and live in peace.
We are A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and have been in private practice since 1982
What you should know, you can appeal most collection actions.
Your main options for appeals are the following:
Collection Due Process (CDP)Hearing
The purpose of a Collection Due Process hearing is to review collection
actions that were taken or have been proposed.
You can request a Collection Due Process hearing if you receive any of the following notices:
1. Notice of Federal Tax Lien Filing and Your Right to a Hearing.
2. Final Notice—Notice of Intent to Levy and Notice of Your Right to a Hearing.
3. Notice of Jeopardy Levy and Right of Appeal.
4. Notice of Levy on Your State Tax Refund—Notice of Your Right to a Hearing.
5. Notice of Levy and of Your Right to a Hearing.
How to request a Collection Due Process hearing, simply complete Form 12153
Request for a Collection Due Process or Equivalent Hearing, and send it to the address on your notice.
You have 30 days from the date of the notice to request a Collection Due Process hearing.
You can also request:
1. An Equivalent Hearing within one year from the date of the notice.
2. Collection Appeals Program (CAP)
Under the Collections Appeals Program, if you disagree with an IRS employee’s decision and want to appeal it, you can ask their manager to review your case.
If you then disagree with the manager’s decision,
You may continue with the Collection Appeals Program as outlined in
Publication 1660.
Instances in which you can pursue the Collection Appeals Program include, but aren’t limited to:
1. Before or after we file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien.
2. Before or after we seize (“levy”) your property.
3. After we reject, terminate, or propose to terminate your Installment Agreement (a conference with the manager is recommended, but
not required)
Need to Appeal a IRS Decision – Speak directly to Former IRS Agents
by Fresh Start Tax | Apr 8, 2013 | Tax Help

Owe the IRS Over $100k – Call Former IRS Agents and Managers – Large Dollar Specialists 1-866-700-1040
If you owe the IRS over $100,000 you want to have your case worked by former IRS agents and managers who know the systems, the protocol and every possible tax solution to bring your case to a happy ending. We can review every tax option for you so your life goes on without worry or stress from the Internal Revenue Service.
If you owe over hundred thousand dollars to the IRS you will find the government will spend considerable more time developing your case. Beside the normal IRS financial statement, (433-A) the IRS will go ahead and conduct a Google search, many times pull your credit reports and do a complete asset asset and income verification before they will render a decision or offer a conclusion to your case.
Being former IRS agents, managers and tax instructors we know each angle that the IRS will use and cover on your case.
We will we are your best possible tax defense if you owe over $100,000 to the Internal Revenue Service.
Not only do we have former IRS agents and managers on staff we are also comprised of tax attorneys and certified public accountants.
Before engaging a Tax Firm
Before engaging any tax firm check on the credentials, the BBB rating and make sure above all means you speak to the tax professional that will be working your case.
It would be in your best interest to ask the tax professional given the experience he or she has what are the possible conclusions based on similar types of cases.
Also make sure the tax professional gives you no guarantees. Many time a firm making guarantees are indication that you are speaking to a salesperson or sales staff of that firm because no true tax professional can guarantee you results.
Call us today for a free initial tax consultation in hear the truth about your case.
We are honest, trustworthy and have been in private practice since 1982.
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by Fresh Start Tax | Apr 4, 2013 | Tax Help

Fast IRS Tax Help & Tax Relief – Ft.Lauderdale, Miami, Palm Beaches 954-492-0088
If you are experiencing any IRS problems or issues and you need a fast quick resolution to end the nightmare that you’re going through call us today for a free tax consultation and you will speak directly to tax attorneys, CPAs, or former IRS agents and managers.
We offer fast local IRS Tax Help and Relief.
We have over 60 years of working directly for the Internal Revenue Service in the local South Florida offices.
We has worked as agents, managers and also taught tax law at IRS. Also on staff is a former IRS appeals agent of 35 years. We have been offering IRS Tax Help and Tax Relief since 1982 right here in South Florida.
All our work is done in-house and we have an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau have been in private practice since 1982.
You can contact us today for free tax consultation.
Owe Back Taxes
If you owe back taxes to IRS there are several tax options that you have including applying for an economic tax hardship, installment agreement, and also the possibility of a tax debt settlement called an offer in compromise.
Each case is different and after we find out your unique circumstances we can offer a tax relief program suited to your financial abilities.
Unfiled Tax Returns
If you have unfiled back tax returns that need filing and you have little or no records we can reconstruct those tax returns and work out a tax settlement for you at the same time. There is no problem that we cannot handle.
We are affordable, efficient and one of the most trustworthy firms in South Florida
Our Company Resume: ( Since 1982 )
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Our staff has collectively over 205 years of Professional IRS Tax Representation Experience
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On staff, Board Certified Tax Attorney’s, IRS Tax Lawyers, Certified Public Accountants, Enrolled Agents,
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We taught Tax Law in the IRS Regional Training Center
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Former IRS Agents, Managers and Instructors with over 60 years experience in the local, district and regional IRS offices.
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Highest Rating by the Better Business Bureau “A”Plus
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Fast, affordable, and economical
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Licensed and certified to practice in all 50 States
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Nationally Recognized Published EZINE Tax Expert
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As heard on GRACE Net Radio.com – Monthly Radio Show-Business Weekly
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IRS Tax Audits
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Payment Plans, Installment Agreements, Structured agreements
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Abatement of Penalties and Interest
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State Sales Tax Cases
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Payroll / Trust Fund Penalty Cases / 6672
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Filing Late, Back, Unfiled Tax Returns
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Tax Return Reconstruction if Tax Records are lost or destroyed
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by Fresh Start Tax | Apr 4, 2013 | Tax Help

IRS Tax Relief Programs – Ft.Lauderdale, Miami, Palm Beaches 954-492-0088
We are a team of local tax professionals. We worked out of the local South Florida IRS offices for a combined 60 years.
We are a local tax firm comprised of tax attorneys, certified public accountants and former IRS agents, managers and tax instructors. If you are looking for tax relief from the Internal Revenue Service call us today and we can review all your options and work out a settlement that both you and the IRS can live with.
We have been practicing in South Florida since 1982 and are A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.
The Internal Revenue Service is really trying hard to work with taxpayers that owe back taxes and have unfiled returns. There are a variety of new programs now available as a result of the new fresh start program or fresh start initiative.
Please read below about the program or initiative and call us if you have questions.
As a side note, if you have unfiled, back tax returns that you need to file and have little or few tax records call us today and we can reconstruct all your tax returns to get you back in the system.
IRS Tax Relief Programs
The Internal Revenue Service announced a major expansion of its “Fresh Start” initiative to help struggling taxpayers by taking steps to provide new penalty relief to the unemployed and making Installment Agreements available to more people.
Under the new Fresh Start provisions, part of a broader effort started at the IRS in 2008, certain taxpayers who have been unemployed for 30 days or longer will be able to avoid failure-to-pay penalties.
In addition, the IRS is doubling the dollar threshold for taxpayers eligible for Installment Agreements to help more people qualify for the program.
IRS Tax Relief Program for Penalty Relief
The IRS announced plans for new penalty relief for the unemployed on failure-to-pay penalties, which are one of the biggest factors a financially distressed taxpayer faces on a tax bill.
To assist those most in need, a six-month grace period on failure-to-pay penalties will be made available to certain wage earners and self-employed individuals.
The request for an extension of time to pay will result in relief from the failure to pay penalty for tax year 2011 only if the tax, interest and any other penalties are fully paid by Oct. 15, 2012.
The penalty relief will be available to two categories of taxpayers:
1. Wage earners who have been unemployed at least 30 consecutive days during 2011 or in 2012 up to the April 17 deadline for filing a federal tax return this year.
2. Self-employed individuals who experienced a 25 percent or greater reduction in business income in 2011 due to the economy.
This penalty relief is subject to income limits.
A taxpayer’s income must not exceed $200,000 if he or she files as married filing jointly or not exceed $100,000 if he or she files as single or head of household.
This penalty relief is also restricted to taxpayers whose calendar year 2011 balance due does not exceed $50,000.
Taxpayers meeting the eligibility criteria will need to complete a new Form 1127A to seek the 2011 penalty relief.
The failure-to-pay penalty is generally half of 1 percent per month with an upper limit of 25 percent. Under this new relief, taxpayers can avoid that penalty until Oct. 15, 2012, which is six months beyond this year’s filing deadline.
However, the IRS is still legally required to charge interest on unpaid back taxes and does not have the authority to waive this charge, which is currently 3 percent on an annual basis.
Even with the new penalty relief becoming available, the IRS strongly encourages taxpayers to file their returns on time by April 17 or file for an extension. Failure-to-file penalties applied to unpaid taxes remain in effect and are generally 5 percent per month, also with a 25 percent cap.
IRS Tax Relief Program for Installment Agreements or Payment Plans
The Fresh Start provisions also mean that more taxpayers will have the ability to use streamlined installment agreements to catch up on back taxes.
The IRS also announced that effective immediately, the threshold for using an installment agreement without having to supply the IRS with a financial statement has been raised from $25,000 to $50,000.
This is a significant reduction in taxpayer burden.
Taxpayers who owe up to $50,000 in back taxes will now be able to enter into a streamlined agreement with the IRS that stretches the payment out over a series of months or years.
IRS Tax Relief Programs for Streamlined Installments
The maximum term for streamlined installment agreements has also been raised to 72 months from the current 60-month maximum.
Taxpayers seeking installment agreements exceeding $50,000 will still need to supply the IRS with a Collection Information Statement (Form 433-A or Form 433-F).
Taxpayers may also pay down their balance due to $50,000 or less to take advantage of this payment option.
An IRS installment agreement is an option for those who cannot pay their entire tax bills by the due date.
IRS Penalties are reduced, although interest continues to accrue on the outstanding balance. In order to qualify for the new expanded streamlined installment agreement, a taxpayer must agree to monthly direct debit payments.
All these changes supplement a number of efforts to help struggling taxpayers, including the “Fresh Start” program announced last year.
The initiative includes a variety of changes to help individuals and businesses pay back taxes more easily and with less burden, including the issuance of fewer tax liens.
IRS Tax Relief Program for Offers in Compromise
Under the first round of Fresh Start, the IRS expanded a new streamlined Offer in Compromise (OIC) program to cover a larger group of struggling taxpayers.
An offer-in-compromise or a tax debt settlement on back taxes is an agreement between a taxpayer and the IRS that settles the taxpayer’s tax liabilities for less than the full amount owed.
The IRS recognizes that many taxpayers are still struggling to pay their bills so the agency has been working to put in place more common-sense changes to the OIC program to more closely reflect real-world situations.
For example, the IRS has more flexibility with financial analysis for determining reasonable collection potential for distressed taxpayers.
Generally, an offer will not be accepted if the IRS believes that the liability can be paid in full as a lump sum or through a payment agreement. The IRS looks at the taxpayer’s income and assets to make a determination regarding the taxpayer’s ability to pay.
You can find the IRS qualifier tool for offers in compromise on our website.
Call us today and you can speak directly to tax attorneys, CPAs or former IRS agents. Stop the worry, stop the stress and stamp the anxiety of your IRS situation. Please visit our offices today.
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