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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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Penalties for Not Filing Your FBAR? Willful vs. Non-Willful Violations

The penalties for not filing an FBAR are $10,000 for non-willful actions and $100,000 for willful failure to file, but because those penalties are indexed...

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Your Guide to FBAR Filing: Requirements, Deadlines, and Penalties

If you own or have an interest in foreign bank accounts, you must report them to the government every year that their combined balance exceeds...

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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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Help! I Owe Between 50k and 100k in Taxes. What Should I Do?

If you owe the IRS between $50,000 and $100,000, the agency can seize your wages, home, car, and other possessions. The IRS will also add...

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Fresh Start Tax Program: Is It Legit, a Scam, or Something in Between?

Tax relief companies still advertise the “IRS Fresh Start Program” as though it is a current enrollment opportunity. That marketing makes ordinary IRS collection tools...

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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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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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