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The Role Of A Tax Litigator In Minnesota Federal Tax Court Cases
A dispute with the Internal Revenue Service can become significantly more complex when it reaches the United States Tax Court. The court follows specialized…
Partnership tax audits in Minnesota: what partners need to know
A partnership tax audit can affect far more than the entity’s return. The IRS or Minnesota Department of Revenue may examine the partnership’s income,…
How to Stop Wage Garnishment by the Minnesota Department of Revenue
A wage garnishment from the Minnesota Department of Revenue can disrupt income immediately. The agency may direct an employer to withhold part of a worker’s…
When the IRS Demands a Personal Interview During an Audit
An IRS audit can become more serious when an agent asks you to appear for a personal interview. The request may arrive by phone, letter, or through your…
Minnesota tax implications of settling a business debt
Settling a business debt for less than the amount owed can provide essential financial relief, but the negotiated reduction may create tax consequences. The…
Injured Spouse And Innocent Spouse Relief Explained
When married taxpayers file a joint federal return, both spouses generally become responsible for the reported tax, interest, and penalties. That shared…
Offer in compromise for businesses: eligibility and documentation
A business offer in compromise can reduce certain federal tax liabilities when paying the full balance would be unrealistic or unfair. The IRS evaluates the…
Minnesota sales tax for construction contractors: materials vs. labor
Sales tax treatment can be easy to misunderstand when a construction project includes both physical materials and extensive labor. In Minnesota, the key issue…
How to Recover Bank Account Funds After an IRS Levy
An IRS bank levy can disrupt payroll, mortgage payments, medical expenses, and ordinary household obligations with little warning. Unlike a bank account…
Understanding IRS Collection Deadlines in Minnesota
For many Minnesota taxpayers, the phrase “statute of limitations on IRS tax collection” refers to the collection statute expiration date, or CSED. This is the…