IRS Tax Issues
Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) |
Introduction
An identity protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number that prevents someone else from filing a tax return using your Social Security number (SSN) or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN). The IP PIN is known only to you and the IRS. It helps us verify your identity when you file your electronic or paper tax return. Even though you may not have a filing requirement, an IP PIN still protects your account. The fastest way to receive an IP PIN is to request one through your Online Account. Then scroll to the bottom. If you don’t already have an account on IRS.gov, you must create a new account. Then scroll to the bottom. |
Lost or Stolen Refund |
Overview
You can always check the status of your refund using “Where’s My Refund?” at IRS.gov or the IRS2Go mobile app. “Where’s My Refund?” is updated no more than once every 24 hours, usually overnight. If one of these apps indicates the IRS issued your refund, but you haven’t received it, your refund may have been lost, stolen, or misplaced. If so, you can ask the IRS to do a refund trace. The IRS uses this process to track a lost, stolen, or misplaced refund check or to verify that a financial institution received a direct deposit. |
Sale of Home |
Introduction
This publication explains the tax rules that apply when you sell or otherwise give up ownership of a home. If you meet certain conditions, you may exclude the first $250,000 of gain from the sale of your home from your income and avoid paying taxes on it. The exclusion is increased to $500,000 for a married couple filing jointly. |
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Taxpayer Bill of Rights |
Introduction
Tax fairness means the tax system is equitable to all citizens. This is not just a concept - it is the law. The right to a fair and just tax system is one of 10 rights in the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, which clearly outline the fundamental rights of every taxpayer. |
IRS online account |
Introduction
An IRS online account makes it easy for people to quickly get the tax planning info they need. With the same ease that taxpayers have when banking online or placing an online shopping order, they can log in and get the latest on their payment history, balance, and more. |
Offer in Compromise |
Introduction
An Offer in Compromise can be an effective way individuals and businesses to settle federal tax debt. This federal program allows taxpayers to enter into an agreement, with the IRS, that settles a tax debt for less than the full amount owed. Sometimes taxpayers are able to settle for significantly less, especially if they have low income and few assets. |
Considering making withdrawal from retirement funds |
Introduction
No matter how much people plan, unexpected events occur. Often, those events result in unplanned expenses. To cover these costs sometimes people, withdraw funds from their retirement savings early. While this may seem like an easy way to get cash quick, early withdrawals can come with heavy penalties and costly tax consequences. Here's some important info for people to consider before they dip into their hard-earned retirement savings. |
Grandparents and others with shouldn’t miss out on the 2021 child tax credit |
Introduction
Grandparents, foster parents or people caring for siblings or other relatives should check their eligibility to receive the 2021 child tax credit. People who claim at least one child as their dependent may not realize they could be eligible to benefit from the child tax credit. |
Be proactive to avoid surprise tax bills |
Introduction
The next tax season seems far away, but this is actually the perfect time for taxpayers to review their withholding and estimated tax payments. Because federal taxes are pay-as-you-go, it’s important for taxpayers to withhold enough from their paychecks or pay enough in estimated tax. If they don’t, they risk being charged a penalty. |
