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• Virginia Tax Attorney Explains Why the IRS Audits Some
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  You have probably heard about someone being audited by the IRS, or have seen a movie based on this fact to know enough that you never want to be audited by the IRS. How can you stay under the radar and not catch the attention of the IRS? Watch a Northern Virginia tax attorney explain more about the auditing process in this video.
  
  There are certain things to which the IRS pays close attention, including high contributions in proportion to your level of income, high independent contractor income, or if you have a Subchapter S Corporation which doesn’t reflect salary paid to officers. The IRS also looks closely at people who have a gross income from $100,000 to $200,000, those who file a Schedule C, and people with rental real estate properties. Additionally, the IRS recently started a program to monitor contractors over the next three years in an effort to improve their enforcement techniques.
  
  If you are in a contracting business or meet one of the above criteria, you should seek professional advice from a Virginia tax lawyer to minimize your chances of an IRS audit. Call the Sodowsky Law Firm today at (703) 968-8000 for a free case evaluation, or contact us online at http://www.sodowskylaw.com.
  
• VA Tax Lawyer Reviews the Types of Offers in Compromise
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  If you owe the IRS a lot of money that you do not have, you may be able to get out of your tax debt through an offer in compromise. By making the IRS an offer of less than the full amount of your tax debt, the IRS may accept it if they doubt they could ever collect the full amount. Learn more about submitting an offer in compromise in this video from a skilled Virginia tax lawyer.
  
  In order to ensure the IRS accepts your offer, you should have an experienced Northern Virginia tax attorney working with you to explain the three different types of offers in compromise. The different options use certain numbers to calculate the offer amount you should make. If the IRS accepts your offer, you may be given the option to pay your debt over 120 months, 24 months, or by making one lump sum payment within five months. A tax attorney will provide more rules about each of the options, which option would be best for you and what the right amount is to offer.
  
  For help figuring out the best offer in compromise, call our Northern Virginia tax attorneys at the Sodowsky Law Firm today and receive a free consultation at (703) 968-8000. You can also contact us on our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com or view our informative articles, frequently asked questions and other educational resources.
  
• How a Virginia Tax Attorney Resolves Your IRS Problems
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  Many of our potential clients want to know how our Virginia tax and business advising law firm resolves IRS problems. We explain more about our process in this video. Watch here to learn more.
  
  After our initial consultation over the phone or in person, we generally work with you through email, fax and mail to collect paperwork. Since resolving tax problems is mainly an administrative process, we typically deal with revenue officers at the IRS via telephone, email and fax. Many people assume we are standing in front of judges negotiating their case, but we are actually communicating with IRS revenue officers over the phone. Throughout the entire process, our clients can contact us for updates or with questions at any time, and are advised that most cases are resolved no sooner than six to nine months. 
  
  If you would like to hire a Northern Virginia tax attorney for your IRS issue, call the Sodowsky Law Firm for a free consultation today at (703) 968-8000.Please also check out our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com to learn more about the process and get answers to our most frequently asked questions.
   
  
• When Will My Tax Case Be Resolved? VA Tax Attorney Explains
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  When faced with tax issues, many people want to know how long most tax cases take before they are resolved. Find out in this video from a knowledgeable Northern Virginia tax attorney as he shares more about the life cycle of most tax cases in the process toward resolution.
  
  Every tax case is unique when dealing with the IRS. For example, a business dealing with unpaid payroll taxes may have a different outcome than an individual income tax issue. Additionally, it depends on whether your case deals with just federal or with state taxes, also. A typical life cycle of a case ranges anywhere from three months to one year, if it is being resolved at the local level. However, if a case ends up in tax court, it can take several years. The majority of tax cases are resolved within six to nine months once you start working with a Virginia tax attorney.
  
  For help with your tax case, call the Northern Virginia tax lawyers of Sodowsky Law Firm for your IRS needs and let us turn your tax problems into a resolution. Call for a free consultation at (703) 968-8000.  You can also contact us on our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com and view our informative articles and other educational resources that may help you during this time.
  
• How Much Does a Northern Virginia Tax Attorney Charge?
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  When people are faced with IRS tax debts, they often do not have money to go to the one person they should turn to during this time – a Northern Virginia tax attorney. However, an attorney may be more affordable than you think. Find out in this video what the typical fees are that you can expect to pay from consulting with a Virginia tax and business lawyer.
  
  You can set up a free consultation with the Sodowsky Law Firm, but once you decide to work with one of our skilled Virginia tax attorneys, you will be charged a fee. You will know what the fee is in advance, and all charges will be disclosed to you. Our lawyers will evaluate each situation on its own merit to figure out what is most cost-effective for you, given your set of circumstances. We generally work on an hourly basis, but we also do some flat-fee work and value billing work.
  
  To find out more about our fee structure and how we can help you with your tax issue, you can reach our Fairfax tax and business lawyers at (703) 968-8000 to schedule your free consultation today. You can also visit our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com to read our frequently asked questions and other informative articles and resources.
  
• Cost Effective Tax Resolutions from a Virginia Tax Attorney
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  If you owe the IRS money, then you are probably researching information and trying to find ways to make the amount you owe the government also work for you. Find out in this video from a Northern Virginia tax lawyer how you may be able to resolve this IRS tax issue yourself with a cost-effective resolution.
  
  For example, if you owe a limited amount (such as $10,000) to the IRS, instead of speaking with the IRS about the matter, you should first speak with a skilled Fairfax tax lawyer who may be able to provide some options to resolve your tax issue. Though you may not have $10,000 in your pocket at this moment, the advice you can gain from a Virginia tax attorney can help you discover a cost-effective tax resolution.
  
  At the Sodowsky Law Firm, our Virginia tax attorneys will look at your case in detail to design a cost-effective resolution for you. There is no one resolution that fits everyone, which is why you should turn to a lawyer who cares about your IRS problem. Call for a free consultation today at (703) 968-8000, or contact us on our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com.
  
• Virginia Tax & Business Lawyer Explains IRS Requirements
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  Are you considering pursuing an offer in compromise or an installment plan with the IRS? If so, there are things you are required to do before the IRS will consider your request. Find out more in this video from a Virginia tax and business lawyer.
  
  Before the IRS will consider an individual or business installment plan or an offer in compromise, you need to make sure that all your tax returns that were due have been filed and that you are up to date with your current taxes. For businesses, quarterly 941 returns should have been filed, as well as the current tax return, if one is due. Businesses need to demonstrate they have been making their current monthly payments in order for the IRS to consider an offer in compromise or installment plan.
  For IRS problems in Virginia, turn to a knowledgeable Fairfax tax and business lawyer at the Sodowsky Law Firm. Get your tax questions answered in a free legal consultation at (703) 968-8000, or visit us online at http://www.sodowskylaw.com to view our frequently asked questions and answers.
  
• Fairfax Tax Attorney Tells About Special Tax Considerations
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  If you are struggling with tax issues, you are not alone. Millions of people each year struggle to pay their taxes to the IRS. Find out if there are any special considerations which may help you this tax season by watching a Virginia tax attorney in this video.
  If you are a low-income worker, then coming up with money to pay income tax each year can be a real problem that causes a lot of stress and heartache. Our Fairfax tax lawyers want you to know there are special considerations for low-income tax payers regarding fees for installment plans and offers in compromise. If you are a low-income tax payer who meets certain guidelines, some fees – when submitting an offer in compromise – may be waived.
  Find out more about considerations and how we can help you by calling a skilled Fairfax tax lawyer at Sodowsky Law Firm for your IRS and tax concerns. We can provide you with a free legal consultation simply by calling (703) 968-8000. Be sure to also visit us on our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com to read our frequently asked questions and helpful resources.
  
• VA Business Lawyer Protects Your Personal Assets with an LLC
  http://www.sodowskylaw.com  People often ask our Virginia business lawyers if they should form a limited liability company (LLC) and if their personal assets are protected from the IRS under the LLC. Watch this video as a knowledgeable Fairfax tax and business lawyer explains more about LLCs.
  
  An LLC is a business structure that allows owners to have limited personal liability for the debts of the LLC, making this type of business structure attractive for most people. If you are interested in setting up a business entity and want to protect yourself and your personal assets from the IRS, then you should consider an LLC. However, the LLC will not protect your personal assets from the IRS if you fail to pay your payroll taxes. Make sure you collect and pay your payroll taxes in order for the LLC to protect you.
  
  For help setting up your business in Virginia, you should talk with a skilled Fairfax business advising lawyer at the Sodowsky Law Firm, who has years of experience in tax and business law. Call (703) 968-8000 to receive a free consultation, and also visit our website at http://www.sodowskylaw.com to read our informative articles and other resources that could benefit you.
   
  
• How The IRS Has Stepped Up During This Recession-flv
  During the recession and bad economic times, the Sodowsky Law Firm has found that there are more people who have had problems not being able to pay their bills. The IRS has taken this as an opportunity to give a little better help for some people. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com

General:

• What Is A Tax Lien?-flv
  A tax lien is a notice to others that you owe money to the IRS. When you get an assessment from the IRS, the lien automatically arises at that time. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is The Difference Between A Lien & A Levy?-flv
  A lot of people get confused between the two words lien and levy. A lien is simply a statement that the IRS has a right to take your money and your stuff. A levy, on the other hand, is an action by the IRS to take your money or your stuff. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• How Long Can The IRS Collect Back Taxes?-flv
  One question that comes up is, "How long can the IRS hound me to collect back taxes?" This time period is called the Collection Statute of Limitations, which is generally 10 years from the date that the tax is assessed against you. Certain actions you take can extend this time. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Do I Need To Hire A Tax Attorney To Help With My Problem?-flv
  Why should you hire a professional? The IRS has professionals working on their team. You need to have professionals working on your team. Sodowsky Law Firm is trained to be your advocate. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Should I Ask A Tax Attorney Before Hiring Him?-flv
  When you are looking for a tax attorney to help you with your problems you want somebody you are comfortable with, somebody that you can talk to. You also want someone who has experience and has been trained in this field. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• How Many Years Of Returns Do I Have To File?-flv
  How far back does the IRS go in asking for back tax returns? You are technically supposed to file returns from the year you first started working. IRS usually goes back approximately 6-7 years when asking for back tax returns. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Am I Liable For Company’s Payroll Tax Debt?-flv
  If you work for or have worked for a company that has not paid it's payroll tax like it should have, it is possible that you could be held accountable personally for those taxes. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• How The IRS Has Stepped Up During This Recession
  During the recession and bad economic times, the Sodowsky Law Firm has found that there are more people who have had problems not being able to pay their bills. The IRS has taken this as an opportunity to give a little better help for some people. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Can The IRS Garnish My Wages Or My Bank Account?
  The IRS is a very powerful organization. It does have to go through all of the administrative steps before it can take money out of your bank account. If the IRS has taken all of these steps, then, yes, it can go directly to your bank account or even your employer and garnish your wages. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Are The Penalties If I Don’t File My Tax Return?
  Penalties in the IRS arena can be very extreme. Penalties kick in when you don’t file on time or pay on time, and then interest also kicks in. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Can I Do If I Can’t Pay My Taxes?
  Many people can not pay their taxes on time. One of the options is an installment agreement. There are three types of installment agreements. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• When Can The IRS Audit Me?
  One of the most common questions we hear is, "When can the IRS audit me?" The IRS has three years from the date you file your return within which to review it and see if they want to make any adjustments. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Can I Pay Less Than I Owe?
  If you cannot pay your tax debit in a reasonable time or even at all, there is another program called Offer In Compromise. If you fit all of the criteria, you may be able to settle for less than you owe. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What If I Can’t Pay My Payroll Tax?
  One area where many small businesses get into trouble is the payroll tax area. During poor economic times, it becomes difficult to pay bills. So something falls behind, and because the IRS doesn’t always hound you like other creditors, the payroll tax is usually the first thing that gets behind. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is The Payroll Tax Trust Fund?
  One thing you should know as a small business owner is that you are paying about 15% of your money as payroll taxes. As a business owner you could be held personally accountable for that tax if you don’t pay it over promptly as you should. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is A Levy?
  A tax levy is when the IRS says, "You owe us money, and we are going to collect it from someone who owes money to you." The levy only occurs when the IRS has given you all the proper notices and you have ignored them or have not dealt with them in the proper fashion. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is A Tax Lien?
  A tax lien is a notice to others that you owe money to the IRS. When you get an assessment from the IRS, the lien automatically arises at that time. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is The Difference Between A Lien & A Levy?
  A lot of people get confused between the two words lien and levy. A lien is simply a statement that the IRS has a right to take your money and your stuff. A levy, on the other hand, is an action by the IRS to take your money or your stuff. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• How Long Can The IRS Collect Back Taxes?
  One question that comes up is, "How long can the IRS hound me to collect back taxes?" This time period is called the Collection Statute of Limitations, which generally is 10 years from the date that the tax is assessed against you. Certain actions you take can extend this time. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Do I Need To Hire A Tax Attorney To Help With My Problem?
  Why should you hire a professional? The IRS has professionals working on their team. You need to have professionals working on your team. Sodowsky Law Firm is trained to be your advocate. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Should I Ask A Tax Attorney Before Hiring Him?
  When you are looking for a tax attorney to help you with your problems you want somebody you are comfortable with, somebody that you can talk to. You also want someone who has experience and has been trained in this field. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• How Many Years Of Returns Do I Have To File?
  How far back does the IRS go in asking for back tax returns? You are technically supposed to file returns from the year you first started working. IRS usually goes back approximately 6-7 years when asking for back tax returns. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Am I Liable For Company’s Payroll Tax Debt?
  If you work for or have worked for a company that has not paid its payroll tax like it should have, it is possible that you could be held accountable personally for those taxes. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
  
• Can The IRS Garnish My Wages Or My Bank Account?-flv
  The IRS is a very powerful organization. It does have to go through all of the administrative steps before it can take money out of your bank account. If the IRS has taken all of these steps, then, yes, the IRS can go directly to your bank account or even your employer and garnish your wages. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Are The Penalties If I Don’t File My Tax Return?-flv
  Penalties in the IRS arena can be very extreme. Penalties kick in when you don’t file on time or pay on time, and then interest also kicks in. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Can I Do If I Can’t Pay My Taxes?-flv
  Many people cannot pay their taxes on time. One of the options is an installment agreement. There are three types of installment agreements. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• When Can The IRS Audit Me?-flv
  One of the most common questions we hear is, "When can the IRS audit me?" The IRS has three years from the date you file your return within which to review it and see if they want to make any adjustments. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• Can I Pay Less Than I Owe?-flv
  If you cannot pay your tax debit in a reasonable time or even at all, there is another program called Offer In Compromise. If you fit all of the criteria, you may be able to settle for less than you owe. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What If I Can’t Pay My Payroll Tax?-flv
  One area where many small businesses get into trouble is the payroll tax area. During poor economic times, it becomes difficult to pay bills. So something falls behind, and because the IRS doesn’t always hound you like other creditors, the payroll tax is usually the first thing that gets behind. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is The Payroll Tax Trust Fund?-flv
  One thing you should know as a small business owner is that you are paying about 15% of your money as payroll taxes. As a business owner you could be held personally accountable for that tax if you don’t pay it over promptly as you should. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com
• What Is A Levy?-flv
  A tax levy is when the IRS says, "You owe us money and we are going to collect it from someone who owes money to you." The levy only occurs when the IRS has given you all the proper notices and you have ignored them or have not dealt with them in the proper fashion. Contact the Sodowsky Law Firm, PC at 703-968-8000 or at www.sodowskylaw.com

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