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How To Prove Your Business Expenses to the IRS
You really spent the money on your business—and for travel, meals, gifts, and your car, a missing record can still cost you the whole deduction.
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How To Prove Your Charitable Deductions to the IRS
You really gave the money—and you can still lose the whole deduction over a missing line on a receipt. Here's how charitable substantiation works.
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The IRS Says You Had Income You Never Reported—Now What?
The IRS says you earned income you don't recognize—a 1099, a 1099-K, crypto, gambling, or canceled debt. Here's how to fight it in Tax Court.
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How To Prove Your EITC and Dependent Claims to the IRS
The IRS disallowed your EITC or a dependent. Here's exactly what proof wins it back—and how the Tax Court path works if it doesn't.
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Understanding IRS Statutes of Limitations
The IRS has deadlines too. Three clocks control how long it can audit you, collect from you, and how long you have to claim a refund.
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How To Request Innocent Spouse Relief
Filed a joint return and your spouse caused the tax problem? You may qualify for innocent spouse relief. Here's how the three types work.
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How To Request IRS Penalty Abatement
The IRS can waive failure-to-file, failure-to-pay, and accuracy penalties. Here's how to request abatement yourself—by phone or Form 843.