Entries by S.H. Block Tax Services

The Right to Confidentiality

As a taxpayer you have the right to expect that all information you give to the IRS will not be sold to third parties or given to unauthorized individuals. The information you provide is only used in connection with your IRS file unless authorized by you the taxpayer. If an IRS employee, a tax return […]

The Right to Be Informed

The tax world is a complicated one. Navigating the waters of the Internal Revenue manual and the tax code is not something that most taxpayers are equipped to handle. Taxpayers have the right to know what to do to be compliant with the tax laws. If they call the IRS and speak to an agent, […]

How to Prepare for a Small Business Audit

Nobody wants to get that letter in the mail ― the one marked with those three big letters, “I-R-S,” announcing that your financial history is being reviewed by the federal government. Dealing with the IRS in any extended fashion can be a nerve-racking prospect, especially when you know they’ll be auditing your very livelihood.

The Right to a Fair and Just Tax System

Taxpayers have the right to experience a fair and just taxation system. They can expect that the taxing agency will consider their personal circumstances when determining liabilities and their ability to repay the government. Also, what is its capacity to provide timely information and what factors could hinder this ability? As a taxpayer, if you […]