TaxAudit Blog

Keeping you up-to-date on tax issues that may affect your life.

 

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An IRS CP501 is an official notice from the IRS Collections Unit that is sent to taxpayers to inform them that they have an outstanding debt. Read More ›

 
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According to the Federal tax laws, unreimbursed COBRA payments are deductible as medical expenses on your tax return if you qualify to itemize your deductions. Read More ›

 
Medicare Premiums

There is a very good chance that you can deduct your Medicare Premiums that you paid on your taxes. As always, there are different conditions that must be met. Read More ›

 
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There are many ways taxpayers can deal with getting their tax debts settled but the best path for each taxpayer depends on the circumstances of their case. Read More ›

 
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IRS letter 4800C is typically asking for verification of items you claimed on your tax return, such as credits, wages, and withholding. Read More ›

 
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Dental expenses (if qualifying) can be included on Schedule A, Itemized Deductions - Medical and Dental Expenses, subject to a 7.5% Adjusted Gross Income. Read More ›

 
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A tax refund offset occurs when the Federal Government’s Treasury Offset Program withholds part or all of an expected Federal tax refund to pay past-due debt. Read More ›

 
Kindergarten class

Kindergarten tuition is not deductible because the costs to attend are considered educational expenses. However, qualifying childcare expenses are deductible. Read More ›

 
Paternity Test DNA Test Result

What if you want to claim the Child Tax Credit, but your name is not on the birth certificate? This may be time to consider an IRS approved paternity test. Read More ›

 
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How does the IRS determine what your primary residence has been to claim the exception or exclusion after selling a house? Let's go over the ownership tests. Read More ›

 
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