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Navigating a Minnesota Multi-Year Sales Tax Audit
A Minnesota sales tax audit can reach far beyond a review of a few invoices. When the Minnesota Department of Revenue examines several tax periods, it may…
Minnesota corporate franchise tax filing requirements
Minnesota’s franchise tax is the state corporate income tax imposed on corporations that are organized in Minnesota or conduct business in the state. The…
How Future Income Shapes an IRS Offer in Compromise
An Offer in Compromise (OIC) allows an eligible taxpayer to settle certain federal tax debts for less than the full balance. The IRS generally evaluates…
The Effect of an IRS Levy on Your Minnesota Small Business Bank Account
An IRS levy on a Minnesota small business bank account can interrupt operations with little warning. The bank may restrict funds needed for payroll, rent,…
When an IRS summons reaches a business
An IRS summons can require a company, its officers, or a third party to provide records, answer questions, or appear for testimony. Receiving one does not…
Minnesota tax credits for historic building rehabilitation
Rehabilitating an older commercial property can preserve architectural character while creating a valuable source of financing. In Minnesota, qualifying…
When the IRS Uses a Substitute for Return to Assess Your Tax Liability
A missing federal tax return does not prevent the IRS from calculating and collecting a liability. If its records show that you received wages, business…
Penalty Abatement for Minnesota State Tax Filers
A Minnesota tax penalty can add substantially to an unpaid balance, particularly when late-filing, late-payment, estimated-tax, or reporting penalties continue…
Minnesota Sales Tax Rules for Auto Repair Shops
Automotive repair businesses in Minnesota must manage more than parts invoices and labor charges. Sales tax can apply to repair work, replacement components,…
Discharging Tax Debt Through Chapter 7 in Minnesota
Bankruptcy can eliminate some federal and Minnesota tax liabilities, but tax debt does not become dischargeable simply because a Chapter 7 case is filed. The…