As Benjamin Franklin said, "nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes." Taxes are never going away. It is every person's responsibility to pay them. There are those in Connecticut who may struggle to do so or may be accused of taking steps to avoid...
Month: September 2017
Signs you are in trouble with the IRS
There are unmistakable signs that you have been targeted by the IRS:You let a deadline slip by. Deadlines are important. Ignore them, and you can expect to be acted against, and with a vengeance. If you are confused about a deadline, that is a good reason to contact a...
Don’t let estate taxes kill your loved ones
Losing a loved one is difficult no matter when or how it happens. When that individual fails to leave behind a complete estate plan, estate taxes can kill beneficiaries financially. This week, this column will briefly go over Connecticut's current estate tax laws....
Connecticut tax crimes: Failing to pay
Failing to pay state and federal taxes is a crime. This is simply something expected of Connecticut residents. Tax crimes, like the failure to pay, can have significant consequences. What are they?Some people simply choose not to pay their taxes, others fail to pay...
Get help appealing tax audits
It happened. You got the letter that everyone hopes never to see. You have been picked by the Internal Revenue Service for an audit. Tax audits can be a scary thing, and when all is said and done, you may not agree with your investigator's final decision. Connecticut...
Discussing tax liens and your options
When the topic of taxes comes up, one of the inevitable issues that will get discussed is the tax lien. Tax liens are commonly used by the IRS, but they can also be used by other parties and individuals. So what is a tax lien and how should you proceed if you are...