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What Happens if You Don't File Taxes for Three Years?

If three years have passed since you last filed your income taxes, here's how to get proactive about cleaning up your tax bill and get back on the good side of the IRS.

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Payroll Taxes for Out-of-State Employees

With remote hiring crossing state borders, payroll taxation is getting more complicated. Our guide explains in detail how to go about it.

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What Tax Deductions Can You Claim Without Receipts?

Many people are unaware that they don't need receipts to claim common tax deductions. Here are some of the most common ones business owners can make without a receipt.

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Hiring and Paying Foreign Independent Contractors

Hiring foreign talent has never been so easy as it is today. Here's what you need to know to do it properly and stay on the IRS's good side.

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Offer in Compromise: How This IRS Tax Settlement Program Works

The IRS' offer in compromise (OIC) program for taxpayers who owe back taxes can be a way to settle your tax debt for less than you owe. But not everyone qualifies.

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Find Out How Much You Owe the IRS

If you don’t know for sure whether or not you owe the IRS money, you could find yourself in trouble down the line. Here, we walk you through the steps to check your status for both your state and federal income tax.

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Do This if You Haven't Filed Taxes in 10 Years

If you have years of missing tax returns, getting back on track requires updating your bookkeeping, filing the missing tax returns, and handling the back taxes.

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What's the Penalty for Not Filing My LLC Tax Return?

IRS penalties and interest begin accruing immediately if you do not file your LLC tax return. But the good news is that you can return to good standing by filing back taxes and paying your tax obligation.

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