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Dirty Dozen: Watch out for Offer in Compromise ‘mills’ where promoters claim their services are needed to settle IRS debts

IR-2023-63, March 30, 2023 — As part of the annual Dirty Dozen tax scams series, the Internal Revenue Service today renewed a warning about so-called Offer in Compromise “mills” that often mislead taxpayers into believing they can settle a tax debt for pennies on the dollar.

Dirty Dozen: IRS urges tax pros and other businesses to beware of spearphishing; offers tips to avoid dangerous common scams

IR-2023-62, March 29, 2023 —The IRS today warned tax professionals and businesses that they remain a top target for identity thieves and face threats from common scams on this year’s Dirty Dozen list.

Dirty Dozen: Taking tax advice on social media can be bad news for taxpayers; schemes circulating involving tax forms 

IR-2023-61, March 28, 2023 — The IRS today continued the Dirty Dozen series with a warning on day seven about trusting tax advice on social media that can lure otherwise honest taxpayers and tax professionals into compromising tax situations.

IRS: Mississippi storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to July 31

IR-2023-60, March 28, 2023 — Mississippi storm victims now have until July 31, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.  

Dirty Dozen: IRS warns individuals to stay clear of shady tax preparers; offers tips on carefully choosing tax professionals

IR-2023-59, March 27, 2023 — The IRS today continued the Dirty Dozen series by cautioning taxpayers to avoid unscrupulous tax return preparers and provided important tips to find the right tax professional.

IRS: New York storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to May 15

IR-2023-58, March 24, 2023 — New York winter storm and snowstorm victims now have until May 15, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.  

Dirty Dozen: IRS warns of scammers using fake charities to exploit taxpayers

IR-2023-57, March 24, 2023 — On day five of the annual Dirty Dozen campaign, the Internal Revenue Service today urged everyone to be on alert for scammers using fake charities to dupe taxpayers, especially following major disasters. 

Important details to understand when the IRS might contact a taxpayer

IR-2023-56, March 23, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reaches out in multiple ways to educate taxpayers while ensuring it fairly enforces the nation’s tax laws. There are important factors to keep in mind about when the IRS may initiate direct contact with a taxpayer.

Dirty Dozen: Watch out for third-party promoters of false fuel tax credit claims

IR-2023-55, March 23, 2023 — As part of this year’s Dirty Dozen tax scams, the Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers to watch out for promoters pushing improper fuel tax credit claims that taxpayers aren’t qualified to receive. 

Dirty Dozen: IRS warns of scammers offering “help” to set up an Online Account; creates identity theft risk for honest taxpayers

IR-2023-54, March 22, 2023 — The IRS today warned taxpayers to watch out for scammers who try to sell or offer help setting up an Online Account on IRS.gov that puts their tax and financial information at risk of identity theft.

IRS revises frequently asked questions about Form 1099-K

IR-2023-53, March 22, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today revised frequently asked questions (FAQs) for Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions, in Fact Sheet FS-2023-06.  

Treasury, IRS issue guidance on implementation of advanced manufacturing investment credit 

IR-2023-52, March 21, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations that provide guidance regarding the implementation of The Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit, established by the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors Act of 2022, commonly known as the CHIPS Act. 

Dirty Dozen: Watch out for scammers using email and text messages to try tricking people during tax season

IR-2023-51, March 21, 2023 — With the filing deadline quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service today urged everyone to remain vigilant against email and text scams aimed at tricking taxpayers about refunds or tax issues.

IRS issues guidance, seeks comments on nonfungible tokens

IR-2023-50, March 21, 2023 — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that they are soliciting feedback for upcoming guidance regarding the tax treatment of a nonfungible token (NFT) as a collectible under the tax law.

IRS opens 2023 Dirty Dozen with warning about Employee Retention Credit claims; increased scrutiny follows aggressive promoters making offers too good to be true

IR-2023-49, March 20, 2023 — In a further warning to people and businesses, the Internal Revenue Service added widely circulating promoter claims involving Employee Retention Credits as a new entry in the annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams.

IRS: Avoid processing delays and refund adjustments using these steps to prevent tax return errors

IR-2023-48, March 20, 2023 — With only a few days remaining before the April 18 filing deadline, the Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers how to avoid common errors on their federal tax returns and help get possible refunds sooner.

IRS addresses questions about medical expenses related to nutrition, wellness and general health

IR-2023-47, March 17, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today posted frequently asked questions that address whether certain costs related to nutrition, wellness and general health are medical expenses that may be paid or reimbursed under a health savings account (HSA), health flexible spending arrangement (FSA), Archer medical savings account (Archer MSA) or health reimbursement arrangement (HRA). 

Tax Time Guide: IRS provides easy access to tax refund status with Where’s My Refund? tool; no need to call

IR-2023-46, March 15, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that the Where's My Refund? tool on IRS.gov is the most convenient way to check the status of 2022, 2021 and 2020 tax refunds. IRS2Go, the mobile app, offers another way for users to check their refund status. 

Werfel begins work as 50^th IRS Commissioner

IR-2023-45, March 13, 2023 — Danny Werfel began work today as the 50^th commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service.

Tax Time Guide: Using electronic payment and agreement options for taxpayers who owe can help avoid penalties and interest

IR-2023-44, March 9, 2023 ― With the tax deadline approaching, the IRS reminded taxpayers they can avoid late filing and interest penalties by submitting their tax return and any payments due by April 18. For struggling taxpayers who can’t pay by the deadline, the IRS offers several different options to help.

IRS reminder to many retirees: Last day to start taking money out of IRAs and 401(k)s is April 1

IR-2023-43, March 9, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded retirees who turned 72 during 2022 that, in most cases, Sunday, April 1, 2023, is the last day to begin receiving payments from Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs), 401(k)s and similar workplace retirement plans.

2023 supplemental application period now open for Low Income Taxpayer Clinic grants

IR-2023-42, March 8, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced it will accept supplemental applications for Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) matching grants from all qualified organizations. The application period will run from March 7, 2023, to April 18, 2023. 

IRS begins new Digital Intake initiative; Form 940 scanning process off to strong start; other forms to start soon

IR-2023-41, March 8, 2023 — As part of ongoing transformation efforts, the Internal Revenue Service announced today the successful expansion of digital scanning.

IRS issues renewed warning on Employee Retention Credit claims; false claims generate compliance risk for people and businesses claiming credit improperly

IR-2023-40, March 7, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued a renewed warning urging people to carefully review the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) guidelines before trying to claim the credit as promoters continue pushing ineligible people to file.

IRS opens many Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the nation on March 11 for special Saturday hours and face-to-face help

IR-2023-39, March 6, 2023 — The IRS will again open on Saturday at many Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the country on March 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. as part of its efforts to improve service this tax season. Additional Saturday openings are planned for April 8 and May 13.

IRS warns taxpayers of new filing season scams involving Form W-2 wages; those filing fake returns face potential penalties, investigation

IR-2023-38, March 3, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service issued a consumer alert today to warn taxpayers of new scams that urge people to use wage information on a tax return to claim false credits in hopes of getting a big refund.

2023 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums to be held in five cities

IR-2023-37, March 2, 2023 — Registration for this summer’s 2023 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums is now open. The forums return to an in-person format in five cities  across the nation for the first time since 2019.

Taxpayer Advocacy Panel welcomes 8 new members dedicated to improving IRS taxpayer services; seeks civic-minded volunteers to apply for next year’s group

IR-2023-36, March 2, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced the selection of eight new members to serve on the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel for 2023.

Tax Time Guide: IRS reminder to report all income; gig economy and service industry, digital or foreign assets and sources

IR-2023-35, March 1, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers of their reporting and potential tax obligations on income from the gig economy and service industry, transactions from digital assets, and foreign sources or holding certain foreign assets. 

Farmers and fishers face March 1 tax deadline

IR-2023-34, Feb. 28, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded businesses with income from farming or fishing that have not already made their estimated tax payments to file and pay their entire tax due on or before Wednesday, March 1, 2023. 

IRS: May 15 tax deadline extended to Oct. 16 for disaster area taxpayers in California, Alabama and Georgia

IR-2023-33, Feb. 24, 2023 — Disaster-area taxpayers in most of California and parts of Alabama and Georgia now have until Oct. 16, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. Previously, the deadline had been postponed to May 15 for these areas.

Tax Time Guide: Things to consider when filing a 2022 tax return

IR-2023-32, Feb. 22, 2023 — With the 2023 tax filing season in full swing, the IRS reminds taxpayers to gather their necessary information and visit IRS.gov for updated resources and tools to help with their 2022 tax return.

IRS and Treasury issue final regulations on e-file for businesses

IR-2023-31, Feb. 21, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the IRS today issued final regulations amending the rules for filing returns and other documents electronically (e-file). These regulations will require certain filers to e-file beginning in 2024.

IRS and Treasury provide guidance for insurance providers on alternative minimum tax under the Inflation Reduction Act

IR-2023-30, Feb. 17, 2023 — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-20, which provides interim guidance for insurance companies and certain other taxpayers for the new corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT) until the issuance of proposed regulations.

Taxpayers can now upload more documents to IRS; new online option for 9 notices can help resolve issues faster 

IR-2023-29, Feb. 16, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service announced today that taxpayers who receive certain notices requiring them to send information to the IRS now have the option of submitting their documentation online through IRS.gov.

Avoid the rush: Presidents Day marks peak time period for calls; use IRS online tools in February to avoid delays, get tax help

IR-2023-28, Feb. 16, 2023 — With the nation entering a peak period for filing taxes, the Internal Revenue Service urges taxpayers to use online tools to get answers quickly and avoid phone delays during a traditional peak period for IRS phone lines around Presidents Day.  

IRS and Treasury provide guidance on the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit

IR-2023-27, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance following the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act to establish a program to allocate credits for qualified investments in eligible qualifying advanced energy projects.

Treasury and IRS provide guidance on energy projects for low-income communities

IR-2023-26, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance to establish a program to provide solar and wind power to certain low-income areas under the Inflation Reduction Act. 

IRS announces new pilot phase for Compliance Assurance Process program

IR-2023-25, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced changes to the Bridge phase of the Compliance Assurance Process (CAP) program. CAP is a cooperative pre-filing program for large corporate taxpayers.

Interest rates remain the same for the second quarter of 2023

IR-2023-24, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that interest rates will remain the same for the calendar quarter beginning April 1, 2023. 

IRS issues guidance on state tax payments to help taxpayers

IR-2023-23, Feb. 10, 2023 — The IRS provided details today clarifying the federal tax status involving special payments made by 21 states in 2022.

New IRS feature allows taxpayers electronically filing amended returns to choose direct deposit to speed refunds

IR-2023-22, Feb. 9, 2023 — In the latest improvement for taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service announced today that people electronically filing their Form 1040-X, Amended U.S Individual Income Tax Return, will for the first time be able to select direct deposit for any resulting refund. 

IRS Chief Counsel is hiring attorneys; multiple job openings posted to help enhance the taxpayer experience and address high-end noncompliance

IR-2023-21 Feb. 8, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service’s Office of Chief Counsel today announced plans to hire additional attorneys to assist the agency in enhancing the taxpayer experience and addressing high-end, complex noncompliance. 

IRS announces special Saturday hours for face-to-face help; dozens of Taxpayer Assistance Centers open across the nation

IR-2023-20, Feb. 6, 2023 — As part of a continuing effort to improve service this tax season, the Internal Revenue Service today announced special Saturday hours for the next four months at Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) across the country.

IRS introduces new service industry tip reporting program

IR-2023-19, Feb. 6, 2023 — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-13, which contains a proposed revenue procedure that would establish the Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement (SITCA) program, a voluntary tip reporting program between the IRS and employers in various service industries. The IRS is issuing this guidance in proposed form to provide an opportunity for public comment.

IRS Statement — Taxability of State Payments

Feb. 3, 2023 — The IRS is aware of questions involving special tax refunds or payments made by states in 2022; we are working with state tax officials as quickly as possible to provide additional information and clarity for taxpayers.

IRS issues guidance and updates frequently asked questions related to new, previously owned and qualified commercial clean vehicle credits

IR-2023-18, Feb. 3, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-16 that modifies the definitions of certain vehicle classifications for the new, previously owned and qualified commercial clean vehicle credits.

Key points to keep in mind when filing 2022 tax returns

IR-2023-17, January 31, 2023 — To help taxpayers navigate the beginning of the tax filing season, the Internal Revenue Service today offered a checklist of reminders for people as they prepare to file their 2022 tax returns.

On EITC Awareness Day, IRS and partners promote major tax benefit to millions of low- and moderate-income workers

IR-2023-16, January 27, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service and partners nationwide today kicked off their Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day outreach campaign to help millions of Americans who earned $59,187 or less last year take advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).  

Filing Season 2023 has begun: Employer January 31 wage statement deadline almost here

IR-2023-15, January 26, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today urged employers to be aware of the January deadline to file Forms W-2 and other wage statements. Filing these documents timely prevents late-filing penalties for employers, helps employees file their income tax returns and prevents tax fraud.

IRS opens free portal to file information returns; new electronic option can reduce millions of paper Forms 1099 estimated to be filed by businesses in 2023

IR-2023-14, January 25, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service announced today that businesses can now file Form 1099 series information returns using a new online portal, available free from the IRS.

IRS reminds taxpayers: Choose a tax professional carefully

IR-2023-13, January 24, 2023 —The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers to choose a tax return preparer with care. Even though most tax return preparers provide honest, quality service, some may cause harm through fraud, identity theft and other scams. 

IRS: Updates to question on digital assets; taxpayers should continue to report all digital asset income 

IR-2023-12, January 24, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers that they must again answer a digital asset question and report all digital asset-related income when they file their 2022 federal income tax return, as they did for fiscal year 2021. The term “digital assets” has replaced “virtual currencies,” a term used in previous years.

IRS kicks off 2023 tax filing season with returns due April 18

IR-2023-11, January 23, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service kicked off the 2023 tax filing season with a focus on improving service and a reminder to taxpayers to file electronically with direct deposit to speed refunds and avoid delays.

Check tax withholding now to avoid paying future quarterly estimated payments

IR-2023-10, January 19, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers who earn wages to use the Tax Withholding Estimator now to adjust their 2023 withholding. 

IRS: Georgia, Alabama storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to May 15

IR-2023-09, January 19, 2023 — Storm victims in parts of Georgia and Alabama now have until May 15, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. 

IRS reminds employers of January 31 deadline for Form W-2, other wage statements

IR-2023-08, January 18, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded employers and other businesses to file Tax Year 2022 Form W-2 and other wage statements by January 31, 2023.

IRS selects nine new IRSAC members for 2023

IR-2023-07, January 18, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced the appointment of nine new members to the Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council. 

IRS Free File launch aims to save taxpayers hard-earned dollars

IR-2023-06, January 17, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service’s Free File Guided Tax Preparation service is live and ready for taxpayers to use. Free File went live January 13, 2023, 10 days prior to the 2023 filing season start date. The IRS starts accepting individual tax returns on January 23.

IRS sets January 23 as official start to 2023 tax filing season; more help available for taxpayers this year

IR-2023-05, January 12, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced Monday, January 23, 2023, as the beginning of the nation's 2023 tax season when the agency will begin accepting and processing 2022 tax year returns. 

National Taxpayer Advocate delivers 2022 Annual Report to Congress; focuses on taxpayer impact of processing and refund delays

IR-2023-04, January 11, 2023 — National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins today released her 2022 Annual Report to Congress, saying taxpayers and tax professionals “experienced more misery in 2022” due to paper processing delays and poor customer service. But the report also says the Internal Revenue Service made considerable progress in reducing the volume of unprocessed tax returns and correspondence and is poised to start the 2023 filing season in a stronger position.

IRS: California storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to May 15

IR-2023-03, January 10, 2023 — California storm victims now have until May 15, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.  

IRS completes automatic corrections of tax year 2020 accounts related to unemployment compensation exclusion; 12 million refunds issued

IR-2023-02, January 6, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service recently completed the final corrections of tax year 2020 accounts for taxpayers who overpaid their taxes on unemployment compensation they received in 2020.

Final 2022 quarterly estimated tax payment due January 17

IR-2023-01, January 4, 2023 — Many taxpayers make quarterly estimated tax payments during the year to stay current on their taxes, but many who should overlook this step. The Internal Revenue Service today urged those who paid too little tax in 2022 to make a fourth quarter payment on or before January 17 to avoid an unexpected potential tax bill or penalty when they file in 2023. 

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