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When and How To Get Professional Help With Your Tax Dispute
Most Tax Court petitioners represent themselves, and many do fine. But some situations call for professional help. Here's how to decide—and where to find it.
Liam Williams
Law and tax student researching UK tax tribunal procedures. Imperial College London graduate. Building plain-English resources for self-representing taxpayers
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How To File an Amended Return (Form 1040-X)
Made a mistake on your tax return? Here's how to fix it with Form 1040-X—and how amended returns connect to Tax Court and the refund suit path.
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Understanding Your IRS Balance: How Penalties and Interest Add Up
A $15,000 tax deficiency can nearly double with penalties and interest. Here's how to break down every component of your IRS balance and verify the math.
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How Interest Works on Your IRS Tax Debt
IRS interest is compounded daily from the day your return was due. Here's how it's calculated, why it doesn't stop during Tax Court, and what you can do about it.
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Common Tax Court Motions and How To Respond
The IRS filed a motion in your Tax Court case. Here's what each type means, how to respond, and what happens if you don't.
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Tax Court vs. District Court vs. Court of Federal Claims
Three federal courts hear tax disputes, but they work very differently. Here's how to decide which one is right for your situation.
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What Happens After Your Tax Court Decision
The Tax Court issued its opinion. Here's what happens next—from the Rule 155 computation to appeals, finality, and IRS collection.
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How To Handle Discovery and Pretrial Preparation in Tax Court
Your case is at issue. Here's how to handle IRS discovery requests, negotiate stipulations, and prepare your pretrial memorandum.
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What To Expect at Your IRS Appeals Conference
You requested IRS Appeals. Here's how to prepare for the conference, what the Appeals Officer will ask, and how to negotiate a settlement.
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How To Respond to an IRS Audit
The IRS is auditing your return. Here's what to expect, what your rights are, and what to do at every step.
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How To Resolve Your IRS Tax Debt
You owe the IRS and can't pay in full. Here's how installment agreements, offers in compromise, and currently not collectible status work.
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What To Expect at Your Tax Court Trial
Settlement talks failed. Your trial date is approaching. Here's exactly what happens in the courtroom—from calendar call to the judge's decision.