Income Taxes and Credits Deductions

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How Opportunity Zones Work for Investors: Tax Benefits and Risks

When Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017, they included provisions creating Opportunity Zones. These zones allow eligible investors to defer...

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What To Do If You Claimed a Clean Energy Tax Credit Incorrectly

Congress often uses the tax system to implement policy goals. For example, one way Congress tries to promote environmental improvements is to propose clean energy...

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Investment Tax Credit (ITC) Misuse: IRS Crackdown Explained

The Investment Tax Credit is a great way for businesses to grow, save money, and increase the efficiency of their operations. Unfortunately, this tax credit...

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Which Green Energy Tax Credits Are Most Likely To Get Audited?

Using the U.S. Tax Code to promote green energy is a policy strategy that Congress has used for decades. However, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)...

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What If the Opportunity Zone I Invested in Was Found Not Legitimate?

Opportunity Zones offer investors an attractive way to defer and even reduce their capital gains tax liability while also making a positive difference in economically...

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How to Deal With Unfiled FBARs

Updated April 2025 Delinquent Submissions, Streamlined Procedures, and Voluntary Disclosures Not filing an FBAR can lead to significant penalties and possible criminal charges. Still, if...

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Form 8938 Reporting Requirements

Updated April 2025 As a U.S. taxpayer, you may be legally obligated to report your foreign assets to the IRS. Failure to do so can...

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The Reality of Unpaid Taxes in 2025

What to Expect If You Don’t Pay Your Taxes Talk of eliminating the IRS, coupled with rising consumer prices, an unsteady stock market, and speculation...

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Understanding IRS Summons and Form 2039: What You Need to Know

Dealing with tax issues is rarely straightforward, and receiving a notice from the IRS can feel like the weight of the world has landed on...

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How Long Does the IRS Have to Assess Taxes?

The IRS can adjust your tax return and assess taxes against you, but generally, only for three years after you file. This deadline is called...

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