Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Post-Filing IRS Issues: What Florida Taxpayers Need To Watch For
Filing your tax return can feel like crossing a finish line. However, for many Florida taxpayers, this is where things get more complicated, not less. Post-filing IRS issues are more common than most people expect, and knowing what to look for can help you respond quickly before a small problem grows into a larger… Read More »
IRS Statute of Limitations: How Long Can the IRS Pursue Tax Debts in Florida?
If you owe back taxes, you may have wondered whether the IRS can keep pursuing you indefinitely. The short answer is no. Federal law places a firm deadline on how long the IRS can legally collect a tax debt. However, that deadline comes with important exceptions that every Florida taxpayer should understand before assuming… Read More »
IRS Penalty Abatement in Florida: How to Request Relief and What Qualifies
IRS penalties can add up fast. A failure-to-file penalty, a failure-to-pay penalty, or both running at the same time can significantly increase what you owe before you even have a chance to address the underlying balance. Fortunately, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers legitimate ways to reduce or eliminate those penalties. Our experienced Florida… Read More »
Currently Not Collectible Status: A Tax Relief Option Florida Taxpayers Should Know About
Owe the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) money? If you are having trouble paying, there is a little-known relief option that can temporarily stop collection activity. It’s called Currently Not Collectible status. It is a legitimate IRS program that too many Florida taxpayers never pursue because they don’t know it exists. Our experienced Florida tax… Read More »
How Unpaid IRS Balances Can Affect Florida Taxpayers
If you owe money to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), your first concern is probably how to pay it. Unfortunately, unpaid tax debt can create problems that go well beyond your bank account. From your ability to get a mortgage to your ability to travel internationally, unresolved IRS balances can have major ramifications. Our… Read More »
IRS Innocent Spouse Relief in Florida: Do You Qualify?
When you file a joint tax return with your spouse, you are both legally responsible for the full tax liability, including any errors, omissions, or unpaid balances. That responsibility does not automatically end with a divorce or separation. However, for Florida taxpayers who were unaware of their spouse’s tax mistakes, the IRS offers a… Read More »
IRS Substitute for Return (SFR): What It Means For Florida Taxpayers Who Haven’t Filed
Tax season is when many Florida taxpayers finally confront years of unfiled tax returns. Unfortunately, waiting too long can trigger one of the IRS’s most damaging enforcement tools: a Substitute for Return (SFR). When the IRS files a return on your behalf, it almost always results in a much higher tax bill than you… Read More »
Audit-Proofing Your Florida Federal Tax Return
Tax season is one of the most stressful times of year for many Florida residents. It’s also the time when taxpayers unknowingly increase their federal audit risk. Simple mistakes, missing documentation, or excessive deductions can cause the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to stop and take a closer look at your tax return, sometimes years… Read More »
Tax Scams: How IRS Impersonators Target Florida Residents
Tax season is a busy time of year, and scammers are out in full force. Many scams involve criminals pretending to be the IRS, using fear and urgency to trick taxpayers into sending money or sharing personal information. Being the victim of an impersonation scam can lead to stolen refunds, identity theft, and long-term… Read More »
Owe The IRS Money? Payment Plans To Help Florida Taxpayers
Facing an unexpected tax bill this year? You’re not alone. Many Florida taxpayers are unable to pay in full by the filing deadline. Fortunately, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers payment plan options that can help you avoid immediate collection actions. The key is acting quickly. During tax season, the IRS processes millions of… Read More »
