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How to protect yourself from income tax fraud

Many people in Toledo are looking forward to getting their income tax refund. Some see this check issued by the IRS as a sort of “bonus,” though in fact it was their money all along. But what happens when the check never arrives? It could be because the taxpayer has...

Unclaimed Funds

Unclaimed funds are any moneys, rights to moneys, or intangible property held by another person or organization that has not had contact with the owner for a specific amount of time. After the specific amount of time, the funds are then placed with the State of Ohio,...

IRS audit rate is the lowest since 2004

The IRS audited the income tax returns of slightly more than 1.2 million people during the last fiscal year. That may sound like a lot of audits, but it is actually the fewest the IRS has pursued in 11 years. To put it another way, the audit coverage rate for last...

Payroll tax violations can lead to criminal charges

If you own and operate a business in Ohio, you probably know that you have to pay taxes. Knowing that you must pay your income tax, the income tax of the business and some other taxes is  common knowledge. There are also various state taxes and, depending on where you...

Back Taxes and Currently Non-Collectible Status

Sometimes life overwhelms you and wreaks havoc on your finances. The loss of job, a serious illness or disability, divorce, the failure of a business, these are some of the common reasons I hear from people who seek help with their IRS, State and Local back tax...

IRS FRESH START PROGRAM

Owing back taxes to the IRS is a very serious matter. However, familiarity with IRS procedures and limitations will help keep the burden from overwhelming you. Naturally, the IRS wants you to pay as much as you can and as quickly as possible. This is primarily because...