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When the IRS demands payment during a tax appeal
Receiving an IRS demand for payment while a tax appeal is still pending can feel contradictory. You may believe the amount is disputed, yet the Internal…
Minnesota’s Voluntary Disclosure Program for Unreported Sales Tax
Unreported sales tax can create a serious problem for a Minnesota business, especially when the issue involves several filing periods, multiple locations, or…
Reporting and Paying Minnesota Tax on Gambling Winnings
A winning lottery ticket, casino jackpot, sports wager, poker prize, or raffle payout can create taxable income even when no tax form arrives in the mail.…
How an IRS Lien Release Affects Borrowing in Minnesota
An IRS lien can complicate a mortgage, business loan, home equity line, or refinancing application. Even after the underlying tax debt has been paid or…
Minnesota Tax Relief for Low-Income Renters and Homeowners
Housing costs can create a significant tax burden for Minnesota residents with modest incomes. Renters may pay property taxes indirectly through rent, while…
How a Minnesota Tax Attorney Handles an IRS Criminal Investigation
An IRS criminal tax investigation can place an individual, business owner, officer, or professional under intense pressure. Unlike a routine examination, a…
Minnesota use tax on business equipment purchased out of state
A Minnesota business may owe use tax when it buys equipment from an out-of-state seller that does not charge Minnesota sales tax. The tax generally applies…
Tax Audits For Minnesota Restaurants: Common Red Flags
Restaurants operate on narrow margins, high transaction volume, and a mix of cash, card, delivery, catering, and third-party platform payments. Those…
How To Negotiate An IRS Offer In Compromise In Minnesota
An IRS Offer in Compromise can allow an eligible taxpayer to settle federal tax debt for less than the full amount owed. The process is highly document-driven,…
Minnesota Property Tax Exemptions for Historic Commercial Buildings
Owners of older commercial properties often assume that listing a building on the National Register of Historic Places or designating it as a local landmark…