Why Should I Hire a Professional for My Tax Debt Settlement?

Dealing with tax debt can be a daunting challenge. Navigating the complexities of the tax system while managing outstanding tax liabilities can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Although you may be considering handling tax debt settlement on your own, seeking professional assistance is a smarter…


Why Should I Hire a Professional for My Tax Debt Settlement?

Dealing with tax debt can be a daunting challenge. Navigating the complexities of the tax system while managing outstanding tax liabilities can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Although you may be considering handling tax debt settlement on your own, seeking professional assistance is a smarter…


Joel Rappaport holding a blank tax return, illustrating tax debt settlement strategies and IRS negotiation, relevant to tax relief services.

Rappaport Tax Relief: A Family Legacy

Tax Relief In the Family David Rappaport, president of Rappaport Tax Relief, has been in the tax biz for over 25 years! And before him, there was Joel Rappaport, owner of Rappaport, Steele & Company. You can find articles about Joel Rappaport and how he helped taxpayers below. New York Real…


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Can I Pay Installments on Federal Income Taxes I Owe If I Can't Afford to Pay it All at Once?

Despite the IRS being slammed right now due to COVID-19, millions of Americans still owe money to the IRS in back taxes for previous years and they’ll increasingly find themselves unable to pay up all at once. In this article, we walk you through IRS installment agreements and what to do if you…


Various cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin scattered on a dark surface, symbolizing the growing importance of cryptocurrency in taxation.

Why the IRS Cares About Your Cryptocurrency Holdings, and Why Now is the Time to Come Clean

After years of flying under the radar, taxpayers who hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin and other cryptocurrencies are finally getting their fair share of scrutiny from the IRS. The tax agency, it seems, has figured out that cryptocurrency is here to stay, and that the mind-boggling returns early…


Man in a blue shirt sitting in an office, holding a cup and contemplating, with documents and graphs on the desk, reflecting on tax preparation and business challenges.

Why Doing Your Own Business Taxes or Resolving Your Own Tax Problem is a Terrible Idea

Running your own business means wearing a lot of hats, from office cleaner and supplies buyer to client schmoozer and payroll maker. But should you add tax preparer to your already long list of duties? What if you have a tax problem with the IRS? What if doing your own taxes creates a tax problem?…


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How to Stop an IRS Tax Levy

Of all the creditors or companies you might owe money to, the Internal Revenue Service can be the least forgiving about debt. If you don't pay your taxes, the IRS will levy and take possession of your property, including cash accounts, wages, and real and personal property. The IRS will sell…