IRS issues Taxpayer Bill of Rights The 10 things you should know.

These rights are a list of 10 things that were previously in the tax code but difficult to find. They are now organized and listed for easy reference. Number 1 on the list is The Right to be Informed. I find often the taxpayers I represent have no idea what they owe and on many occasions why they have a tax liability. You are entitled to know what to do to comply with the tax laws, clear explanations of the laws and IRS procedures in all tax forms, instructions, publications, notices, and correspondence. At our initial meeting the first thing I do is get authorization to speak to IRS on your behalf, talk to the IRS and order the necessary documents to determine where you stand with IRS.  It is often a relief for taxpayers to just know where they stand and a course to resolve the issues. The IRS says you have the right to be informed of IRS decisions about your tax account and to receive clear explanation of the outcomes. This might be difficult as IRS notices are often long and hard to understand.  We can help you understand your notices, find out where you stand with IRS and get a path to resolve the issues often at our initial meeting or at least in a couple of days as all the documents are received. Many times people leave my office saying I feel better just knowing where I stand and what has to be done.

Robby