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Hiring a “Tax Relief” Company? Ask Who Will Actually Handle Your IRS or State Tax Case

Joseph A. Peterson — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:01 -0400

Before you sign with a “tax relief” company, read this post to ensure your case will be handled by an experienced tax professional.

Deciphering When an IRS Notice Means ‘More Than You Owe’

Joseph A. Peterson — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:00:02 -0400

You don’t need a translator or symbologist to decipher the seriousness of an IRS notice, but in many cases, calling in a tax professional can help taxpayers from stepping in it.

When Baby Birds Leave the Nest: What Every Parent Needs to Know Before College Move-In Day

Hailey A. Wolf — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:03 -0400

Without these legal documents, parents could be on the outside looking in when their adult children need them the most.

IRS Simplifies Penalty Relief with New Automatic Process

Joseph A. Peterson — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:04 -0400

The IRS rolls out a new automatic process that simplifies penalty relief for many taxpayers.

Advanced IRS Penalty Relief Strategies for Closely Held Businesses

Joseph A. Peterson — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:00:05 -0400

IRS penalty relief requires strategy and proactive planning by the owners and operators of closely held businesses.

What We Know So Far About Michigan’s Proposed Service Tax Backfill Bill HB 5880

Joseph A. Peterson — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:00:06 -0400

Michigan considers shift away from property based taxes to taxing luxury services for future school and municipal funding.

How to Establish a 501(c)(3) with the IRS – A Practical Guide for Founders and Businesses

Joseph A. Peterson — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:00:07 -0400

Establishing a 501(c)(3) entity with the IRS can be a DIY project but take care to ensure your efforts don’t attract the bureau’s attention, which could result in unnecessary delays and costs.

What You Need to Know About COVID-Era Penalty Relief After Abdo and Kwong

Joseph A. Peterson — Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:08 -0400

Taxpayers facing COVID‑era income tax late payment penalties and interest levied by the IRS should consider filing a protective claim under pending case law before July 19 2026.

Tariff Refunds: What’s Happening Now and How Importers Should Prepare

Joseph A. Peterson — Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:09 -0400

Now is the time for businesses that paid IEEPA tariffs to seek refunds from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Carefully Crafted Employment Settlement Language can Lead to Advantageous Income Tax Allocations

Joseph A. Peterson — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:10 -0400

Practical employment case settlement language can help attorneys position employees for an advantageous income tax allocation that passes IRS review.