Taxes
What Do Tax Attorneys Do? Hiring Help for IRS Collections
Key Takeaways Tax attorneys specialize in resolving complex IRS issues, including collections, audits, disputes, and high-risk cases involving large tax...
Optima Tax Relief Named a 2026 Top Workplace by USA Today
Recognized for excellence in leadership and innovation, the nation’s top tax resolution firm continues to set the standard for employee...
Top 10 Tax Deductions Every Freelance Writer Should Claim
Key Takeaways Freelance writer tax deductions reduce taxable income by allowing you to write off ordinary and necessary business expenses, helping you...
IRS Penalty Abatement Help: How a Tax Pro Can Help
Key Takeaways IRS penalty abatement can reduce or eliminate penalties (not the tax itself), helping taxpayers lower their total balance and avoid unnecessary...
Is It Time to Change Sales Tax Compliance Providers?
Many companies start their sales tax journey with the expectation that once a provider is in place, compliance will largely...
Optima Tax Relief CFO Stephen Keim Nominated for Orange County Business Journal’s CFO of the Year
Nomination recognizes Keim’s strategic financial leadership and his role in driving sustainable growth for the nation’s leading tax resolution firm. ...
Last-Minute Tax Filing? What to Do Before the Deadline
Key Takeaways Last minute tax filing is common, but acting quickly and prioritizing accuracy can help you avoid costly penalties...
Why Did I Owe Taxes This Year? Top Reasons & How to Avoid It
Key Takeaways: Unexpected tax bills often result from not updating your W-4 form after major life changes or income...
What You Need to Know About the Remote Seller VDA Program
For international businesses selling into the U.S., state tax compliance has long been a gray area, especially following the expansion...
What is Reasonable Collection Potential (RCP)? | Optima Tax Relief
Key Takeaways Reasonable collection potential (RCP) is the IRS’s estimate of how much it can realistically collect from you using...
What Is Schedule C? Definition, Who Files & How It Works
Key Takeaways: Schedule C (Form 1040) is used by sole proprietors, independent contractors, freelancers, and single-member LLC owners to report...
Why ZIP-Code Tax Rates Are No Longer Defensible in 2026 (Especially in Construction)
This blog was originally posted by CereTax - Written by Charles Tuttle, Senior Director of Business Development at CereTax ZIP...