It is important for U.S. taxpayers to understand why the IRS requests information during an audit. If you have been contacted by the IRS or any state tax agency for additional information or an audit the "why" matters more than the request itself. Key Takeaways about Why the IRS Requests...
The IRS will Discover Your Offshore Financial and Digital Activities
As long as there have been taxes levied in the world, there have been those who try to work the system or evade taxes altogether. Unfortunately for many, the world has become a much smaller place for those who wish to underreport income or shelter their income and assets. The...
Are You Prepared for a California EDD Employer Audit?
Are you prepared for a California EDD employer audit? Did you know the California Employment Development Department (EDD) regularly audits most California employers to monitor compliance with worker classification, wage reporting, and California payroll tax? If you are a California employer, you should always be prepared for and expect a...
Is the Burden of Proof on the IRS During an Audit?
Is the burden of proof on the IRS during an Audit? It might shock you to learn that the burden of proof in an IRS audit, and in most dealings with the IRS, lies with the U.S. taxpayer, not the IRS. Key Takeaways on Is the Burden of Proof on...
The Two Sources of Income Tax Audits in California
There are two sources of income tax audits in California: those initiated by the State of California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) and those based on audits conducted by another agency, such as the IRS. This second form of audit, often referred to as a "Piggy-Back Audit," is one of the...
The Risk of California FTB Audits is Increasing
Did you know that the risk of California FTB audits is increasing when compared to the trend of IRS audits in 2025? The California Franchise Tax Board, or FTB, has recently invested in advanced data processing systems and AI applications. This, combined with streamlined information sharing with the IRS, Employment...
California and IRS Tax Attorney in San Diego
Are you searching for an experienced California and IRS tax attorney in San Diego? When legal professionals refer to California or IRS audits or tax issues, they are usually speaking of the types of interactions that a person or business might have with the IRS or a California tax agent,...
Substantial Recent Reduction in the IRS Workforce
What does the substantial recent reduction in the IRS mean for U.S. taxpayers and expatriates? How will staff reductions affect the agency’s ability to audit and collect taxes owed by U.S. taxpayers around the world? What impact will the newly confirmed IRS Commissioner have on the agency’s future? According to...
You Need an Experienced Tax Attorney when Tax Issues Strike
Why do you need an experienced tax attorney when tax issues strike? What do you need to know about communications with the IRS and California's tax agencies? The idea that every person in the United States will accurately file their taxes by the April 15 due date is a myth....