Tax Help Videos Archives - Optima Tax Relief https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/tax-help-videos/ Tax Relief & Resolution - Trust the Experts at Optima Tax Relief Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:40:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://optimataxrelief.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-favicon_512-1-1-32x32.png Tax Help Videos Archives - Optima Tax Relief https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/tax-help-videos/ 32 32 Tax Implications of Class Action Settlements https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/tax-implications-of-class-action-settlements/ Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=21081 Did you receive a settlement for a class action or personal injury lawsuit? If you have, you could face major tax implications with the IRS. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang provide helpful tips on how to avoid any tax time surprises and how you can navigate dealing with the IRS if […]

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Can I Amend My Tax Return? https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/can-i-amend-my-tax-return/ Tue, 16 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=20001 Did you make a mistake on your tax return? Whether it’s to correct errors, claim overlooked deductions, or address changes in filing status, it may be best to amend your tax return. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang provide helpful tips on what important facts you need to know before amending your […]

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Tax ID Theft is on the Rise. Are You Protected? https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/tax-id-theft-is-on-the-rise-are-you-protected/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=19908 There’s been a 45% increase in tax identity theft since the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re dealing with tax identity theft, it could affect when you receive your tax refund! Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang explain what tax fraud is, how your sensitive tax information can be used against you, and […]

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Where’s My Tax Refund? https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/wheres-my-tax-refund/ Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=19582 Now that the April tax deadline has passed, you might be wondering, “Where’s my tax refund?” Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang explain how you can track your refund, how long you have to collect your refund and how to stay compliant with the IRS. If You Need Tax Help, Contact […]

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Are You a High-Income Non-Filer? Beware of IRS Collections in 2024 https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/are-you-a-high-income-non-filer-beware-of-irs-collections-in-2024/ Tue, 02 Apr 2024 15:53:34 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=19347 IRS enforcement is back in full effect. In January 2024, the IRS began sending collections notices to individuals and businesses alike. Now they are also turning attention to high-earners who failed to file tax returns between 2017 and 2021. Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang explain what new changes you can […]

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IRS Collections Are Back. Will You Be Affected? https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/irs-collections-are-back-will-you-be-affected/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=19213 The IRS has resumed collections. If you recently received an IRS notice or owe back taxes, you could be at risk of a lien, levy, garnishment, or other means of tax collection. Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang provide helpful insight on what your IRS notice means, what you need to […]

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Tax Tips and Updates for the 2024 Filing Season https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/tax-tips-and-updates-for-the-2024-filing-season/ Tue, 27 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=18696 Tax season is in full swing. With several filing options and a potentially larger Child Tax Credit to claim, there’s a lot to know before you file. Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang provide a comprehensive guide for the 2024 tax filing season and show you how you can get the […]

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IRS Collections are Resuming: Are You Prepared? https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/irs-collections-are-resuming-are-you-prepared/ Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=18060 The new year has brought both good and not so good news from the IRS. The IRS has resumed sending out collections notices to taxpayers who owe. On the other hand, they’re providing $1 billion in penalty relief to nearly 5 million 2020 and 2021 tax returns. Optima CEO, David King, and Lead Tax Attorney, […]

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ERC Scams Are on the Rise – Don’t Fall Victim https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/erc-scams/ Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=11526 The IRS issued warnings to businesses of a rise in Employee Retention Credit scams. Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang provide helpful guidance on how to recognize the warning signs of an ERC scam and what to do if you’ve already fallen victim to one. If You Need Tax Help, Contact […]

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IRS Ends Surprise Visits from Revenue Officers https://optimataxrelief.com/blog/irs-ends-surprise-visits-from-ros/ Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:00:21 +0000 https://optimataxrelief.com/?p=11370 The IRS recently announced it is ending its longstanding practice of surprise in-person visits to taxpayers. Optima CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang provide helpful insight on what communication you can expect to receive from a Revenue Officer moving forward and what you can do to resolve your tax burden with the […]

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