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Richard Chapo
Member since 21st January 2005
Occupation: Attorney and Traveler
Rick Chapo is with Nomad Journals - makers of writing journals. He is also with BusinessTaxRecovery.com - information on taxes.
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21st December 2006
Ask ten people if you can discharge tax debts in bankruptcy and you will get ten different answers. The correct answer is that you can, but only if certain tests are met.
Getting Rid of Tax Debts in Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is the great financial whi...
Views: 33
21st December 2006
While many people fear being audited by the IRS for past tax returns, owing back taxes is actually a more stressful situation. If you owe, there are a couple of ways to deal with the situation.
Dealing with Tax Debt
First things first. The best ad...
Views: 32
21st December 2006
The beginning of a new year is a time for contemplation, reflection and doing a little planning. As 2007 quickly approaches, you need to give some thought to your tax planning for the year.
Tax Planning Tip for 2007 – Income
If you complain becaus...
Views: 30
21st December 2006
An IRS audit is one of those rain day events you hope never comes. For many taxpayers that get audited, a common question is why doesn’t the IRS go after bigger corporation that have all the money?
IRS Auditing Big Corporations Less?
It is a commo...
Views: 30
17th November 2006
In 2004, the IRS was given the authority to use third party debt collectors to hunt down taxes owed by delinquent taxpayers. Scam artists knew an opportunity when they saw one.
Dealing with Scam Artist Pretending To Be IRS Debt Collectors
In an effo...
Views: 54
17th November 2006
The terror of most Americans is to be hunted by the IRS for overdue taxes. Well, the terror has evolved a bit as the IRS is now using private debt collectors to do much of the work.
IRS and Private Debt Collectors
If you get behind on your taxes, y...
Views: 54
16th November 2006
In a recent decision, a federal court overturned a telephone tax that has been charged for years. Given the result, the IRS has decided to issue refunds for past collected taxes.
IRS Sets Telephone Tax Refund Amounts
In 1898, the federal government...
Views: 43
16th November 2006
The tax code is insanely complex. If you are a business having a dispute with the IRS, the fast track settlement program may present you with an option for resolving it quickly.
IRS Fast Track Settlement Program For Businesses
Whether an audit or ge...
Views: 41
26th October 2006
Nothing gets people more riled up than a discussion of taxes, but what alternatives are there to the current system? The negative income tax is one such possibility.
Tax Alternatives: The Negative Income Tax
The current tax system in the United Sta...
Views: 68
08th September 2006
If number crunching, math skills and organization are your strong points, the profession of accounting may be for you. Here is a primer on how.
Considering Being an Accountant?
Accounting is no longer the stereotyped dull job that it used to be. Th...
Views: 315
08th September 2006
For most Americans, the mere suggestion of an IRS audit is enough to require the changing of the pants. So, what percent chance do you have of an IRS audit?
IRS Audits and the Percentages
Relax; the percentages of IRS picking you for audit are very ...
Views: 218
21st August 2006
They say the world works on a concept known as balance. To counterbalance the joys of your honeymoon, you get the misery of filing a joint tax return with your spouse.
Filing a Joint Tax Return With Your Spouse
If you have recently married, you are ...
Views: 57
21st August 2006
When preparing your taxes, the goal is obviously to deduct every last penny you can. Many people are amazingly good at it. Just keep in mind you need receipts for the deductions.
List of Tax Records To Keep
Filling out and filing tax returns is rea...
Views: 104
21st August 2006
Whether you are an active day trader or just put money into the market for long term gains, taxes are something you need to address. The IRS views traders and investors differently.
Taxes for Day Traders and Investors
As odd as it may sound, the ta...
Views: 84
21st August 2006
In our modern society, moving to a new location because of a job is a fairly frequent event. While moving is hardly enjoyable, you do get some deductions out of it.
Deducting The Cost of Moving To A New Job
The days of spending 30 years in one town ...
Views: 69
