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The tax attorneys at Wiggam Law are dedicated to helping their clients (both individuals and businesses) solve their financial problems. Part of that commitment includes making sure our clients stay up to date with relevant news. If you need help navigating problems with the IRS or a tax authority, we’re here to keep you informed with the Wiggam Law Tax Blog. If you need answers about your specific situation, contact us to schedule a case review and see how we can get the best resolution for you.

Our tax attorneys are skilled at resolving controversies with the IRS, Georgia Department of Revenue, and other taxing authorities over income taxes, payroll and employment taxes, civil penalties, tax liens, levies, and unfiled returns.

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IRS Notice CP30: Why Your Refund Was Reduced

A CP30 notification indicates the IRS charged you a penalty for not making estimated tax payments or not making them on time. If you had...

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Why Did the IRS Send You a Certified Letter?

The IRS uses certified mail for specific notices that often concern IRS collections. However, a certified mail IRS letter doesn’t always mean the IRS is...

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How Much Income Can Go Unreported to the IRS?

There is no legal amount of taxable income that you can “safely” get away with not reporting to the IRS. Even small mismatches can lead...

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IRS Codes 570 & 971: Are They Bad?

TC 570 means the IRS has put a temporary hold on your account or tax refund for review, while code 971 means the IRS has...

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Founding Partner Jason Wiggam Talks IRS Audits, Tax Debt and Settlement Options on Business Insights Podcast

Founding Partner Jason Wiggam recently joined Seth Greene on the Business Insights podcast to discuss what business owners and taxpayers should know when facing IRS audits,...

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How Much Does a Tax Attorney Cost?

Tax attorneys charge between $200 and $600 per hour or flat fees ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 and upwards, depending on their experience, the complexity...

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IRS Notice CP508C & Letter 6152: Your Passport Is At Risk

Notice CP508C means your passport is at risk. If you receive this notice, the State Department will not allow you to renew your passport or...

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What Happens to IRS Tax Debt When You Die?

The debt does not disappear. It becomes an obligation of the decedent’s estate, which must pay federal tax debts before distributing assets to heirs. Heirs...

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Tax Topic 151 and IRS Code 1242 Explained 

You’ve been patiently waiting for your tax refund from the IRS, but it hasn’t arrived. You decide to use the “Where’s my refund?” status tool...

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Can the IRS Come After Heirs for a Deceased Person’s Taxes?

When an individual passes away with tax debt, heirs and beneficiaries are often uncertain about how that affects the estate – and their personal responsibility....

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