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What You Need to Know About Underpayment of Tax Penalties

What You Need to Know About Underpayment of Tax Penalties

Taxes are an essential part of a functioning society, providing the government with the necessary funds to provide public services...

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IRS Crypto Enforcement 2025  | Optima Tax Relief

IRS Crypto Enforcement 2025  | Optima Tax Relief

Key Takeaways:  The IRS’s attempt to treat DeFi platforms as brokers was repealed in April 2025, signaling a major shift...

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How Long Can My State Collect Back Taxes? 

How Long Can My State Collect Back Taxes? 

Key Takeaways:  Each state sets its own statute of limitations for tax assessment and collection, typically ranging from 6 to...

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Estate Tax Considerations for Widows

Estate Tax Considerations for Widows

Key Takeaways: Federal estate tax rarely affects widows immediately thanks to the unlimited marital deduction.  The 2025 estate tax exemption...

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Navigating Taxes as a Mobile Bartender or Event Contractor 

Navigating Taxes as a Mobile Bartender or Event Contractor 

Key Takeaways:  All bartender and event income is taxable. Whether you earn money from private events, freelance gigs, or tips,...

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Home Office Deduction: Do You Qualify?

Home Office Deduction: Do You Qualify?

As remote work and small business continue to gain popularity, more individuals are setting up home offices to create a...

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How to Report Rental Income and Avoid IRS Red Flags 

How to Report Rental Income and Avoid IRS Red Flags 

Key Takeaways:   All rental income must be reported—including monthly rent, advance payments, lease termination fees, utility overcharges, and amenity...

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An Overview of Estate & Inheritance Taxes

An Overview of Estate & Inheritance Taxes

Sometimes after a loved one dies, we must deal with grief, funeral planning, and an estate. In some cases, we...

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State Tax Liens vs. IRS Tax Liens: What’s the Difference? 

State Tax Liens vs. IRS Tax Liens: What’s the Difference? 

Key Takeaways:  State tax liens vary widely in how they’re enforced and resolved, while IRS tax liens apply nationwide and...

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When Does the IRS Pursue Criminal Charges?

When Does the IRS Pursue Criminal Charges?

Key Takeaways:  Most IRS interactions are civil, but willful violations of tax law—such as fraud, evasion, or false returns—can lead...

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