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specifically trained for enforcement roles, the IRS is ramping up its capabilities to scrutinize tax returns more closely. This expansion is a response to the backlog created by the pandemic as well as a strategic move to enhance compliance and ensure proper tax revenue collection. For taxpayers, this means the margin for error is shrinking. The increased personnel likely means more audits, ranging from simple correspondence checks to more comprehensive examinations of financial records. This heightened scrutiny could particularly impact small-business owners, gig workers, and those with complex tax situations. Taxpayers should prepare for this new reality by maintaining meticulous records, understanding their tax obligations, and possibly seeking professional advice even before any audit notice arrives. The message is clear: With the IRS reinforcing its ranks, accuracy in tax filings has never been more critical. Being proactive in compliance and ready for possible audits will help mitigate any Up Game AND SCRUTINY BEGINS
CASE SNAPSHOT
Client: Individual taxpayer Type of IRS Issue: Personal tax — Form 1040 Tax Year in Question: 2013 IRS Claimed Liability: $11,000 Savings: $11,000 + 2020 refund and previous Utah refunds
potential issues and provide peace of mind in a time of increasing oversight!
When our client, a Utah resident, filed his 2013 return, he filed it incorrectly and, in turn, showed he owed money that he did not owe. His Supplemental Security Income (SSI) was garnished, and he was levied. To stop the bleeding, we negotiated a Currently Not Collectible (CNC). While in CNC status, the client voluntarily made payments each month to reduce the balance due. His account was moved from CNC, so we had to negotiate a Partial Payment Installment Agreement (PPIA) to stop the collection
actions of the IRS again. We filed an amended 2013 return, and the IRS took three years to process it. Thus, we involved the Taxpayer Advocate. Once involved, the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) expedited the processing of the amended return, and our client no longer has a balance due to the IRS. We anticipate he will receive refunds for the past payments he made from the Installment Agreement (IA) and for past refunds the government kept from his returns.
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook 4–6 minutes. Add onion, salt, and pepper; cook until softened, 8–12 minutes. 2. Add wine and cook 4–5 minutes. Add orzo, garlic, fennel seeds, and red pepper; cook, stirring constantly, 2–4 minutes. 3. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook until orzo is al dente, 8–10 minutes. 4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cannellini beans; cook about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in chives, tarragon, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Top with cheese and lemon.
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