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About Steven

Steven is a full time representative of taxpayers before the IRS and the U.S. Tax Court. A graduate of Southwestern School of Law, Steven holds a JD, a MBA, and three undergraduate degrees. He is an Enrolled Agent. and a Fellow of the National Tax Practice Institute

Credibility and our Voluntary Tax System

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Steven

Our tax system is, at its core, a voluntary system. Since World War II we have had mandatory payroll withholding and quarterly estimated tax payments for the self-employed but it must be remembered this is not the payment of taxes. … Continue reading →

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Once is Not Enough: Why Contact a Tax Pro After April 15

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Steven

Have you visited your doctor for your annual physical? Have you seen your dentist once or twice in the past year? Your financial health is as important as your physical health. To stay healthy, you must monitor your health and … Continue reading →

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Of course the White House had nothing to do with the IRS Scandal … right

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Steven

By KIMBERLEY A. STRASSEL Was the White House involved in the IRS’s targeting of conservatives? No investigation needed to answer that one. Of course it was. President Obama and Co. are in full deniability mode, noting that the IRS is … Continue reading →

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The Tax Burden in America is not High Enough?

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Steven

Just now, by a vote of 69-27, the U.S. Senate has passed yet another tax hike. Instead of curbing spending, they have decided that raising taxes on the Internet is the best way to pay the debt. Well, they are … Continue reading →

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IRS Description of Enrolled Agents

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Steven

People with this credential are licensed by the IRS and specifically trained in federal tax planning, preparation and representation. Enrolled agents hold the most expansive license IRS grants and must pass a suitability check, as well as a three-part Special … Continue reading →

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Amnesty without back taxes

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Steven

The 844-page bill filed by the Senate’s Gang of Eight is filled with so many waivers, exemptions, loopholes, and broken promises that it’s almost too much to keep up with. The most recent item that can be filed in the … Continue reading →

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Tax Season is Over … Here is a Special Remembrance

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Steven

I pass this story on to all of you ….  This is very revealing and something that is, unfortunately not too common these days. Richard, (my husband), never really talked a lot about his time in Viet Nam , other … Continue reading →

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Pre-existing Conditions … Planned Destruction of Obamacare

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Steven

By health insurance definition, a pre-existing health condition is one that existed a set period of time before the applicant applied for the policy, regardless of whether it was being actively treated or not. Often times these conditions are not … Continue reading →

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 ”There is no such thing as public money, there is only taxpayers’ money” – Margaret Thatcher - 

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Steven | Comments Off

Your Audit Risk – 8 Flags

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Steven

Being selected for an IRS audit is not simply a matter of chance. Certain factors can make your tax return stand out from the rest. Extra Help Online To help you cut the risk of an audit, use a tax … Continue reading →

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