The Funny Side of Desiree Oakman, Enrolled Agent
The Funny Side of Desiree Oakman, Enrolled Agent Desiree Oakman is smart. But in the tax resolution and tax planning fields, she is really smart. And she’s funny, in ways you would never expect. Here are just a few moments from an earlier interview, where Desiree shares some stories during her career….
IRS Audited My Entertainment Business
IRS Audited My Entertainment Business Since leaving the IRS, I’ve had some crazy opportunities during my business career. Here’s one that taught me some lessons. I Was a Music & Comedy Promoter Probably up to 15 years ago, I was seriously involved in producing and promoting entertainment, especially music and stand-up comedy. I worked with…
Steps in Handling Payroll Tax
Steps in Handling Payroll Tax Is your business grappling with IRS payroll tax issues? The repercussions of unpaid taxes can be severe, including asset seizure and potential business closure. To tackle this problem effectively, it’s crucial to address it promptly and comprehensively. One common reason for falling behind on payroll taxes is inadequate management of…
IRS Online Accounts Setup Scam
Don’t Talk to Strangers! (New IRS Scam) The IRS just published this new story about a new scam happening. Be careful of strangers offering help. Now, people call you, pretending to work for the IRS. They offer the “service” of helping you set up your IRS online account. They tell you that it will…
ERC Voluntary Disclosure Program (IRS) – Deadline March 22, 2024 to Bail Out
ERC Voluntary Disclosure Program (IRS) Deadline March 22, 2024 to Get Out Are you familiar with the March 22nd deadline for the Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure Program? Basically, if you received an Employee Retention Credit refund, and if you really were not entitled to it, the Voluntary Disclosure Program allows you to turn…
Free IRS Help Now – Form 911
Free Help for Tax Problems – Form 911 This is an IRS Form 911. It is used to contact the IRS Taxpayer Advocate’s Office. To use the Taxpayer Advocate service, just complete Form 911 and submit. Let me tell you a few things about that service, and how it is commonly used….
Find W-2 Forms for Bigger State Refunds
Find W-2 Forms for Bigger State Refunds Take a look at this IRS form W2. Most of us know that this form is important when preparing and filing your tax return. Every year the information from this form is included within your tax return. But also, attach this form to your federal and…
How to Choose Tax Professionals (Not Doughnuts)
How to Choose Tax Professionals (Not Doughnuts) Because it’s the beginning of the year, I want to discuss how to choose the right tax professionals to help you. We see advertisements constantly with companies that promise to get you the largest refund possible. Well, please be careful about that. This is why for the…
IRS Text Message Scam – Watch Out!
IRS Text Message Scam – Watch Out! The image shown is a text message sent to millions of American cell phones. It begins with the words “IRS Government”. The message goes on to state that: “The system detects an error in the calculation of your tax please complete the data for a…
How to Help Your Boss(3 Ways to be the MVP)
How to Help Your Boss with Tax Issues (3 Ways) This article is to help employees of companies with owners who are overwhelmed. This especially applies if you work for a struggling business that is having trouble keeping enough cash flow. Some of the signs of a struggling company may be: Payroll is often slow,…