Did you know that foreign income is still taxed by the United States? Millions of Americans who earn money abroad or plan to earn money abroad should be aware of their tax obligations. The United States is currently one of the only […]
3 Things to Watch Out for After the Tax Deadline
Owing taxes is more expensive than ever before. Filing an accurate return on time is the best way to avoid penalties, interest, and IRS collections. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang list three things to watch out for after […]
Optima Newsletter – April 2023
What is the IRS Collection Statute of Limitations? They say that death and taxes are the only two certainties in life. However, taxes are only collectible for so long. Did you know there is a statute of limitations for IRS collections? Here’s […]
Top Risks of Owing the IRS
If you have an unpaid tax bill, you know the stress that comes with owing the IRS. The IRS is a powerful agency with the ability to collect what is owed to them using severe methods. These can include garnishing your wages […]
Why is My Refund Smaller This Year?
The average tax refund so far in 2023 has been just over $1,960, which is about 11% lower than last year. Tax professionals are warning taxpayers of potential “tax refund shock” and urge them to prepare for smaller tax refunds in 2023. […]
Optima Newsletter – March 2023
Tax Planning for the Self-Employed Being your own boss can feel freeing and powerful, but with great power comes great responsibility, especially when it comes to taxes. Taking care of all business aspects on your own means you should be prepared to […]
Optima Continues its Winning Run of Customer Service Team of the Year in Financial Services
The company’s exemplary customer service team was recognized for the fourth straight year. Optima Tax Relief, the leading nationwide tax resolution firm, is proud to announce that it has won four Stevie® Awards for excellence in customer service and technology. The Stevie […]
How to Avoid Tax Scams & Fraud
Tax scams have become one of the most popular ways criminals steal money and identities. The IRS flagged over $5.7 billion in tax fraud last year and 2023 is not looking any better with so many tax scams circulating. Luckily, there are […]
What is Supplemental Income?
These days it is very common for individuals to have regular income, as well as supplemental income. While regular income earned through an employer typically has taxes withheld, some supplemental income does not. If you earn supplemental income, it’s important to learn […]
What You Need to Know About Severance Packages & Taxes
Losing your job is stressful enough as it is. If you are offered a severance package when let go, your first thought might not be on taxes. However, even severance pay is considered income which means it is taxable. Here we will […]