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Where the IRS already has an active criminal investigation and seeks to obtain the content of emails from an Internet Service Provider, we obtain a court ordered search warrant. It…
Read moreFederal Reserve announces issue date of redesigned $100 note
The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday announced that the redesigned $100 note will begin circulating on October 8, 2013. This note, which incorporates new security features such as a blue,…
Read moreIRS Announces Three-Month Filing, Payment Extension Following Boston Marathon Explosions
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a three-month tax filing and payment extension to Boston area taxpayers and others affected by Monday’s explosions. This relief applies to all…
Read moreIRS Statement on Obtaining eMails
Where the IRS already has an active criminal investigation and seeks to obtain the content of emails from an Internet Service Provider, we obtain a court ordered search warrant. It…
Read moreBeware of Phony Email from DFAS
Taxpayers should be on the lookout for a new, email-based phishing scam now circulating that targets Department of Defense military members, retirees and civilian employees. The email appears to come…
Read moreFive Tax Credits that Can Reduce Your Taxes
A tax credit reduces the amount of tax you must pay. A refundable tax credit not only reduces the federal tax you owe, but also could result in a refund.…
Read moreIRS Statement on “Where’s My Refund?” Tool
The IRS alerted taxpayers and the tax community it is experiencing high traffic on “Where’s My Refund?” as more tax returns come in. The heavy volume of refund inquiries means…
Read moreIdentity theft, fraud or misuse of my Social Security or Medicare card
To report identity theft, fraud, or misuse of your Social Security number, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, recommends that you take the following steps: Step…
Read moreIRS Criminal Investigation Targets Identity Theft Refund Fraud
The IRS has seen a significant increase in refund fraud that involves identity thieves who file false claims for refunds by stealing and using someone’s Social Security number. The investigative…
Read moreIRS To Accept Tax Returns with Education Credits, Depreciation
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today that taxpayers will be able to start filing two major tax forms Feb 14,2013 covering education credits and depreciation. Starting Sunday, Feb.…
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