First, we will identify any interest and penalties that could be imposed on you between now and when relief is granted. Next, we'll discuss your specific situation with you to determine which Fresh Start Tax program option is best suited for you. We will then guide you through the entire application process in order to increase your chances to be accepted quickly. Because we understand the language used by the IRS, our team can assist clients in covering all details of the application process. Once you have been accepted into Fresh Start, our team will be there to support you in all aspects of your tax journey. This includes helping you file your taxes on time to avoid breaking your agreement. We can help you get substantial tax relief through the IRS Fresh Start program. Give us a call today.

Academic Fresh Start allows Texas residents to enroll in college without any previous academic failures.

To find out if you are eligible for an offer in compromise, use the IRS’s pre-qualifier tool. However, even if you do qualify, there is no guarantee that your offer will be approved.

A letter attached to your Collection Information Summary (Form 433A) is the best way to bring unusual circumstances to IRS's attention. You don't need to make it formal or fancy. Just one or two pages will suffice. Attach statements from doctors or medical records that describe your condition. You can explain the situation in your own words if the medical records don't clearly show that the condition is preventing you from making a living.

Assessing your tax situation and your personal finances is the best way to determine the best method to pay the lowest amount. Focusing on the OIC can result in an expensive miss that will leave you with a tax debt problem. Jackson Hewitt’s Tax Resolution Hub offers assistance in creating a strategy to resolve your tax issues.

Another drawback to filing an OIC is the cost. The IRS will use all information you provided about your assets, even if your OIC is denied. If your offer is not likely to be accepted, it's a good idea to withdraw it.

If you will not be eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit on your 2021 return (the one due in April of 2022), then you should go to the IRS website to opt out of receiving monthly payments using the Child Tax Credit Update Portal. Receiving monthly payments now could mean that you have to return those payments when you file your tax return next year. If things change again and you are entitled to the Child Tax Credit for 2021, you can claim the full amount on your tax return when you file next year.

The answer is yes. Both the IRS as well as taxpayers will benefit from the Fresh Start initiative. The IRS wins as they will receive some form payment, rather than being ghosted by taxpayers. The IRS wins because the taxpayer will be in good standing, meaning they won't be hit with levies or liens, wage garnishments, fines, criminal penalties, or other consequences.

Our experts can help you navigate the Fresh Start Program application process. Call us at 833-419-19-RISE (7473) to speak with one of our experts. To learn more about TaxRise services and updates on the IRS Fresh Start Program 2021, please visit our blog. Click the site menu to see client success stories. You can also follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

A criminal record can make it difficult to find employment, obtain housing, fund an education, or secure other civic opportunities. There are many options available to you, even if your past mistakes have been made. The County of San Diego Office of the Public Defender can help you get a Fresh Start by reducing your felony convictions and misdemeanors, dismissing/expunging criminal records, or getting Certificates of Rehabilitation.

Our lawyers will review your criminal history to find the most appropriate remedies for you. In order to provide you with the most accurate advice on your record relief options we will obtain a copy of any California Department of Justice Criminal History Report. Click here for more information on the Fresh Start procedure.

Nearly all families with kids qualify. Some income limitations apply. For example, only couples making less than $150,000 and single parents (also called Head of Household) making less than $112,500 will qualify for the additional 2021 Child Tax Credit amounts. Families with high incomes may receive a smaller credit or may not qualify for any credit at all. For more detail on the phase-outs for higher income families, see “How much will I receive in Child Tax Credit payments?”