Regional IRS Activity This Month Federal employees, contractors, and consultants in the DC metro area often face complex tax issues. October marks the peak of IRS enforcement following the extension deadline. Why Cases Escalate High income combined with missed estimated payments or audit findings can trigger immediate collections. Once an LT11 notice is issued, you…

If you’ve fallen behind on filing taxes, you’re not alone. Many taxpayers delay filing out of fear of what they might owe. Unfortunately, the longer you wait, the fewer options you’ll have — but filing voluntarily can turn the situation around. What the IRS Does If You Don’t File The IRS may create a Substitute…

Receiving a letter from the IRS can be unsettling, but the worst thing you can do is set it aside and hope it goes away. Ignoring an IRS notice doesn’t make the problem disappear — it often makes it far worse. Notices are the IRS’s way of alerting you to an issue, whether it’s an…

When tax debt grows, it’s often not just the original balance that causes the biggest problem — it’s the penalties and interest that keep piling on. The IRS can assess significant penalties for late filing, late payment, underreporting income, or failing to make required deposits. For many Washington, DC taxpayers, these penalties make a manageable…

When you sign a joint tax return, you’re agreeing to be equally responsible for everything on it, even if your spouse (or ex-spouse) made mistakes, left out income, or claimed improper deductions without your knowledge. In some cases, this can leave you facing significant tax debt, penalties, and interest for something you didn’t do. Fortunately,…

Tax issues in Washington, DC, can quickly become complex, stressful, and financially devastating if not addressed correctly. When you’re facing the IRS or state tax authorities, having a skilled tax attorney on your side can make all the difference. At Mid-Atlantic Law and Tax, Attorney and CPA James Kraehenbuehl provides experienced, strategic legal representation for…