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Abusive Tax Shelters In recent years, the IRS has identified a number of abusive tax shelter plans being sold by tax shelter promoters. These plans are not in conformance with Tax Code requirements and have been disallowed by the IRS. Find out some of the promotions that might be present in a plan you are considering. The Truth About Frivolous Tax Arguments A response to some of the more common frivolous "legal" arguments made by individuals and groups who oppose compliance with the federal tax laws. Appeals... Resolving Tax Disputes If you disagree with the results of an audit or IRS Collection actions, you may have the right to an appeal. Taxpayer Assistance Blueprint An explanation of the TAB team's approach to looking at taxpayer services from the taxpayer's viewpoint. Filing Late and/or Paying Late Before you decide not to file your tax return on time or not pay all of your taxes when they are due, consider this. Online Payment Agreement Application The Online Payment Agreement is an interactive tool. Use the OPA to apply and receive online approval for a short-term extension of time to pay or a monthly installment agreement. Check Carefully Before Applying for Offers in Compromise IR-2004-130 — Don't fall for promoters' promises - taxpayers must meet requirements for an offer in compromise. Understanding Your IRS Notice or Letter We realize that receiving a notice or letter from the IRS can be unnerving, but if you follow these simple steps, the process to resolving the discrepancy should be straight forward. Paying a Balance Due (Lockbox) for Individuals The IRS uses lockboxes which are a collection and processing service provided by a network of financial institutions. Use your Form 1040-V, Payment Voucher. Collection Financial Standards Collection Financial Standards are used by the IRS to help determine a taxpayer's ability to pay a delinquent tax liability. Income Verification Express Service (Note: this service can only be used by the taxpayer and/or person(s) with the proper tax representative authorization) IVES transcripts can now be delivered, electronically, through e-Services. Tax Incentives for Higher Education The tax code provides a variety of tax incentives for families who are saving for, or already paying, higher education costs or are repaying student loans. Become an IRS Partner to Help in Your Community Thousands of organizations nationwide are partnering with IRS to make a difference in their communities. We invite you to join our partner network to provide your employees, organization or community members tax information and assistance they need, want and value. Office of Taxpayer Burden Reduction (TBR) As a part of IRS’s effort to reduce burden on taxpayers, the IRS formed the Office of Taxpayer Burden Reduction (TBR) in early 2002. TBR’s mission is to achieve significant burden reduction for taxpayers by coordinating and championing burden reduction throughout IRS. IRS Announces New Online Payment Option for U.S. Residency Certification Fees IRS Announces New Online Payment Option for U.S. Residency Certification Fees Tax Code, Regulations and Official Guidance The place to start for researching publicly accessible versions of the Internal Revenue Code, Treasury (Tax) Regulations, or other forms of official IRS tax guidance. Internal Revenue Bulletins Picklist Link to new IRB picklist. Online Internal Revenue Bulletins Online Internal Revenue Bulletins United States Income Tax Treaties - A to Z United States Tax Treaties - A to Z Information for the Tax Exempt Bond Community Tax Exempt Bonds (TEB) provides specialized information and services to the municipal finance community, including tailored educational programs which focus on bond industry segments; pro-active education and outreach products which address non-compliance trends; and compliance programs devised to foster voluntary resolution of tax law infractions. Estate and Gift Taxes The Estate and Gift Tax web site contains information that will give you a better understanding of how much money or property you can give away during your lifetime or leave to your heirs at your death before any tax will be owed. Applicable Federal Rates Index of Applicable Federal Rates Telephone Excise Tax Refund The Telephone Excise Tax Refund (TETR) is a one-time payment available on your 2006 federal tax return. It is designed to refund previously collected long distance telephone taxes. HCTC Information for Individuals The HCTC helps certain trade-affected workers, retirees, and their family members pay their health insurance premiums. You can learn more about the HCTC eligibility requirements and registration process here. This page also provides information for current monthly participants and yearly filers. |
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