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 - 8/23/2018
The Intriguing World of IRS Interest Abatement
There are a handful of rare occasions when interest on an underpayment may be abated.
 - 8/05/2018
Watch Out, Taxpayers: This Government Agency Says You May Owe More Money Next Year
GAO report finds millions of taxpayers may have surprise tax bills for 2018 tax year.
 - 7/02/2018
Meet the Smaller — But Not Necessarily Easier — IRS 1040 Income Tax Form
The Form 1040 tax form has been significantly condensed, but now it has six additional forms that may need to be attached depending on the taxpayer’s situation.
 - 4/18/2018
How to Avoid Late Fees if You Haven’t Filed Your Taxes by April 18
Here’s what you need to know about last minute tax filing.
 - 4/17/2018
New tax law is stressing out and confusing Americans
Tax day is just a day away, and taxpayers are struggling to understand the new legal landscape.
 - 4/16/2018
Getting Tax Audit Help Might Be Easier Than You Think
If audit worries are keeping you up at night, consider the audit defense protection options in your tax software.
 - 4/10/2018
Bitcoin and Taxes: What You Need to Know
Selling bitcoin is just like selling an asset for tax purposes.
 - 4/06/2018
7 Things to Know Today and Last-minute Tax Tips to (Hopefully) Avoid an Audit
Last minute tips to get your taxes complete and help avoid an audit.
 - 3/29/2018
The IRS Isn’t Having Any of These Reasons to Not Pay Taxes
Don’t try any of these “frivolous” tax arguments.
 - 3/26/2018
Tax Filing Time: What (Not) to Do and Why
Learn how your business can avoid audit triggers and comply with IRS rules.
 - 3/25/2018
25 Small Business Tax Preparation Mistakes to Avoid From the Pros
Avoid these small business mistakes to save on taxes and penalties.
 - 3/19/2018
The Taxability of Cryptocurrency
Virtual currency transactions are on the rise, and tax professionals need to be prepared to report them correctly on their clients’ tax returns.
 - 3/19/2018
Reducing Your Chance of an IRS Audit
Reduce your chances of your tax return winding up on the IRS’s radar.
 - 3/07/2018
Brown: Large-cap U.S. Growth Funds Dominate the Rankings of Top Funds
TaxAudit CEO Mark Olander discusses the anxiety Americans feel about tax audits on Chuck Jaffe’s MoneyLife podcast.
 - 3/01/2018
10 Signs You Really Do Need Professional Help Filing Your Taxes
Sometimes it’s worth spending money for professional tax help.
 - 2/28/2018
New tax law is stressing out and confusing Americans
Most Americans are confused by the new Tax Cut and Jobs Act.
 - 2/27/2018
IRS Gives Americans Anxiety and Incites Confusion
TaxAudit survey reveals anxiety about audits and confusion about the new tax law changes.
 - 2/27/2018
TaxAudit Survey Reveals IRS Gives Americans Anxiety and Incites Confusion
Survey findings show uncertainty about benefits of the Tax Cut and Jobs Act.
 - 2/15/2018
30 Ways to Make Tax Season Less Scary
Tax season can be stressful, but there are things you can do to quell your fears.
 - 2/15/2018
10 Red Flags That Could Trigger a Tax Audit in 2018
These red flags can dramatically increase your chances of being audited.
 - 1/27/2018
30 Ways to Prevent a Tax Audit
Here are multiple tips for avoiding a tax audit.
 - 1/01/2018
New Year, New Budget (With Mitchell Walker)
Mitchell Walker of Stacking Benjamins interviews Dave Du Val about the new tax rules in his New Year podcast.
 - 12/21/2017
End-of-the-year Planners Jolted by New Tax Bill
Tax changes call for new tax planning strategies.
 - 12/20/2017
Final Bill Brings New End-of-Year Tax Tips as 2017 Year-End Deadline Approaches
TaxAudit offers eleventh hour tax tips for the Smart Filer.
 - 12/14/2017
Bitcoin and Taxes: What You Need to Know
For tax purposes, virtual currency is treated as property; keep detailed records of all transactions.
 - 12/12/2017
5 Last-minute Tax Moves to Make Now Before The GOP's Tax Reform Plan Passes
Five key tax moves to consider doing right now.
 - 11/28/2017
What Is a Required Minimum Distribution?
This year's deadline to make required distributions from retirement accounts is Dec. 29.
 - 11/28/2017
Tax Identity Theft and Your Clients: 5 Steps to Finding Peace
To help prevent tax identity theft, file early, monitor your tax account, and be vigilant about information security.
 - 11/09/2017
Top 25 Bookkeeping Tips From The Pros
Keep your records organized throughout the year so you don't have to scramble at tax time.
 - 10/23/2017
Key Tax Tips, For Small Business Owners
File Form 1099-MISC for amounts you pay to independent contractors to ensure deductibility of payments in an audit situation.
 - 10/17/2017
Combating Tax-Related Identity Theft
Recognize the signs of tax-related identity theft and be prepared in case it happens.
 - 9/29/2017
Fast-growing Audit Defense Company Hires CFO, Moves to Folsom
TaxAudit.com hires Kurt Lee as CFO.
 
 - 8/17/2017
The Almost (But Not Quite) Automatic First Time Penalty Abatement
It never hurts to ask for a penalty abatement. Here are some tips.
 - 8/15/2017
Four Tips for Maximizing Your Clients’ Education Benefits
To get the most from your tax education benefits, you need a strategy. 
 - 8/10/2017
Service Provides Audit Representation to CPAs, EAs and Other Tax Pros
TaxAudit.com updates Audit Defense Pro for professional tax preparers.
 - 7/20/2017
Should You Represent Your Client Undergoing an Audit?
Your trusted tax preparer may not be the right person to defend you in an audit.
 - 4/18/2017
6 Homeowner Tax Breaks to Prep Now to Save Money in 2018
Prepare for 2018 taxes now with these tax tips for homeowners.
 - 4/05/2017
8 Reasons You Could End Up with a Surprise Tax Bill This Year
A few of the most common reasons for unexpected tax bills.
 - 3/24/2017
25 Simple Rules for Maximizing Your Tax Refund
Deductions that are okay to claim — and some you should you not claim at all.
 - 3/22/2017
Tax audit worries? 5 Red Flags that the IRS Looks For — and How to Avoid Them
Never lie on your taxes – and have hard evidence to prove your eligibility for deductions.
 - 3/20/2017
Tax Secrets of the 1%
Insights on how the wealthy pay such low tax rates.
 - 3/20/2017
Beware These 5 Important Tax Changes for 2017
A change this year for those who claim the earned income credit and the additional child tax credit.
 - 3/13/2017
15 Reasons Why the IRS Might Decide to Audit You
Avoid these actions that are likely to raise a red flag with the IRS.
 - 3/08/2017
15 Secrets You Should Never Keep From Your Tax Accountant
Dave Du Val warns about the perils of keeping secrets from your tax advisor.
 - 2/19/2017
Avoid These Red Flags that can Trigger a Tax Audit
Dave Du Val talks about audit red flags and how to avoid them.
 - 2/04/2017
Tax Filers and Form 1095-C: What Uncle Sam Wants to Know About Your Health Insurance
Dave Du Val explains why it’s important to comply with healthcare reporting requirements under the ACA.
 - 1/27/2017
30 Ways to Prevent a Tax Audit
Dave Du Val shares advice for avoiding a tax audit with gobankingrates.com.
 - 1/19/2017
Tax Implications of the Trump Administration
Dave Du Val talks about what to expect under the Trump Tax Plan.
 - 1/17/2017
Some Refunds Delayed as IRS Battle Against Fraud Intensifies
Dave Du Val comments on refund delays and erroneous EITC claims in this story by Carole Feldman of the Associated Press.
 - 12/09/2016
Trump Vows to Axe a Dreaded Surtax on the Upper Middle Class
Dave Du Val discusses the unpredictability of the AMT in this CNBC article.
 - 12/07/2016
3 Year-End Questions for the Self-Employed
Dave DuVal discusses strategies for self-employed taxpayers in this US News and World Report article.
 - 12/02/2016
5 Year-End Tax Tips for 2016
Dave Du Val offers year-end strategies for maximizing income and deductions.
 - 11/10/2016
Don't Allow 2016 Tax Year to Put a Damper on the Holidays
Dave Du Val shares his end of year tax planning tips and suggestions with GoodCall.
 - 10/09/2016
Tax Tips for October Filers
TaxAudit.com shares wise advice for October filers in this article from The Street.
 - 10/06/2016
Helpful Tips for Handling October Tax Clients
Dave Du Val provides tips for tax professionals for their last minute filers.
 - 8/14/2016
10 Ways Your Taxes Could Go Up If You Get Married
In this article by The Motley Fool, Dave Du Val shares 10 of the most common tax deductions and credits that penalize married couples.
 - 8/13/2016
3 Money-Saving Tax Tips for College Students (and Parents, Too!)
Chief Customer Advocacy Officer Dave Du Val offers advice on how to plan for college expenses in this article by The Motley Fool.
 - 8/05/2016
Back-to-School Tax Tips
Accounting Today displays a slideshow of back-to-school tax tips provided by TaxAudit.com.
 - 7/26/2016
Back to School Tax Tips
TaxAudit.com offers back to school tax tips for 2016.
 - 7/12/2016
Audits & Notices: Perils, Pitfalls and Questions to Consider as You Prepare to Represent Your Client
Dave Du Val offers tips on preparing a tax client’s audit defense.
 - 5/28/2016
Got an IRS Audit Letter? 3 Things to Do Now
Dave Du Val advises taxpayers on what to do and what not to do when an audit letter arrives in the mailbox.
 - 5/11/2016
Need a laptop for college? Look at your 529 plan
Chief Customer Advocacy Officer Dave Du Val discusses the tricky rules for spending funds from 529 college savings plans.
 - 4/22/2016
How to File Final Taxes for a Deceased Loved One
Dave Du Val offers advice on filing a return on behalf of a deceased taxpayer.
 - 4/21/2016
Start Now to Prepare for Tax Day in 2017
Dave Du Val speaks with US News and World Report about preparing now for next year's taxes.
 - 4/13/2016
How to Survive Being Audited by the IRS
TaxAudit.com's documentation tips are featured in this Lifehacker article on surviving an IRS audit.
 - 4/13/2016
5 Last Minute Tax Preparation Tips For the Discerning Taxpayer
Dave Du Val offers sensible tips for the last minute tax filer.
 - 4/12/2016
3 Income Tax Surprises and Their Warning Signs
Dave Du Val offers pointers on how to spot the warning signs of three income tax surprises.
 - 4/11/2016
Mind Your Own Business: Happy Tax Freedom Day; We've now earned enough to pay our 2016 taxes
These last minute tax tips might also help you avoid an audit.
 - 4/04/2016
If You Live in These States, You're at a Higher Risk for a Tax Audit
Dave Du Val speaks with Motley Fool about the worst states for audits.
 - 3/27/2016
30 Tax Mistakes the Rich Never Make
Dave Du Val shares his thoughts on mistakes wealthy taxpayers never seem to make.
 - 3/23/2016
Sell Stocks Year-Round to Minimize Tax Losses
Chief Customer Advocacy Officer, Dave Du Val, offers tips on tax loss harvesting.
 - 3/16/2016
Worried About An IRS Audit? Read This
Dave Du Val shares insights about IRS audits with The Motley Fool.
 - 3/15/2016
15 Biggest Tax Problems for Single-Income Families
Dave Du Val offers tax advice to single income families.
 - 2/24/2016
The Easiest Way to Avoid a Tax Audit
Dan Rafter of WiseBread talks to TaxAudit.com’s Dave Du Val about tricky business expenses.
 - 2/22/2016
Ridiculous Tax Breaks of the 1%
Dave Du Val shares three particularly interesting and ridiculous tax breaks with The Motley Fool.
 - 1/24/2016
5 Outrageous, But Legitimate, Income Tax Deductions
In this article for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val provides guidance on some of the most outrageous tax deductions taxpayers want to claim.
 - 1/19/2016
5 Important Tax Changes for 2016
Dave Du Val talks about tax changes you should be prepared for in 2016.
 - 1/19/2016
Donate to a Charity? IRS Sets Rules for Taking a Deductions
VP of Customer Advocacy Dave Du Val offers tips on deducting charitable contributions.
 - 12/15/2015
The Worst Tax Penalties and How to Help Your Clients Avoid Them
Dave Du Val discusses the worst tax penalties and how to avoid them in this article for CPA Practice Advisor.
 - 9/29/2015
It's Time for a 4th Quarter Income Tax Tuneup
Writing for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val provides tips for the fourth quarter of the 2015 tax year.
 - 9/11/2015
Did You Find a New Job in 2015? You Don’t Want To Miss This Tax Break
Dave Du Val discusses the job search tax deduction and what expenses qualify.
 - 8/26/2015
Back-to-School is a Good Reason for Accounting Firms to Check-In with Clients
In this article written for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val discusses the various categories of school cost deductions.
 - 8/17/2015
Some Back-to-School Expenses Could Be Tax-Deductible
Dave Du Val speaks with Motley Fool reporter Matthew Frankel about what school expenses you can deduct.
 - 7/29/2015
IRS Changing Identity Theft Policy to Combat Tax ID Threats
In this CPA Practice Advisor article, Dave Du Val discusses the new IRS policy on disclosing information to ID theft victims.
 - 7/20/2015
IRS: More paid Obamacare fine than expected
TaxAudit.com quoted on tax issues relating to Obamacare.
 - 7/17/2015
Odd way hundreds of homeless signed up for Obamacare
TaxAudit.com is featured in this article by Dan Mangan about Obamacare.
 - 7/14/2015
Obamacare's tax audits are few and far between
V.P. of Customer Advocacy Dave Du Val speaks with CNBC's Dan Mangan about Obamacare Tax Audits
 - 6/26/2015
How to Help Your Client With A Speeded-Up Audit
Dave Du Val provides tips for dealing with speeded-up audits in Financial Advisor Magazine.
 - 6/05/2015
How to Handle Short Time-Frame Tax Audits
In this article for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val talks about the short time-frame audit.
 - 4/29/2015
Beware the I.R.S.'s Speeded-Up Audit
In this Op-Ed article for The New York Times, Dave Du Val writes about the challenges faced by taxpayers hit with the I.R.S.'s speeded-up audit timetable.
 - 4/10/2015
Study Reveals Who is Likely to be Audited this Tax Season
The Today Show talks about recent data released by TaxAudit.com.
 - 4/09/2015
The Worst States for IRS Audits
TaxAudit.com reveals worst states for audits.
 - 3/10/2015
How Taxpayers Can Prepare for Their Annual Tax Meeting
In this article for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val gives tips to help taxpayers get ready for their annual tax preparation meeting.
 - 2/27/2015
5 Surprising Things You Can Deduct from Your Income Taxes
Dave Du Val talks with Personal Finance Reporter Quentin Fottrell about odd tax deductions.
 - 2/14/2015
Goodbye Mag-stripes, Hello Tokens, Say Payment Security Panelists
Nearly 90 percent of Americans believe identity theft is a serious problem in the U.S., according to a 2014 study by TaxAudit.com.
 - 2/06/2015
The Three Most Misunderstood Tax Deductions (Even for Tax Professionals)
In this article for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val gives a list of deductions that are most often misunderstood, by both taxpayers and tax professionals.
 - 1/13/2015
New Tax Forms to Fill Out on Health Insurance Coverage
Carole Feldman of the Associated Press speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about the new tax forms required by the Affordable Health Care Act.
 - 1/13/2015
Quiet Year in Terms of Tax Changes, but ACA Provides Twist
Dave Du Val talks with Carole Feldman of the Associated Press about 2014 tax returns and the Affordable Health Care Act.
 - 12/24/2014
Charitable Gifts: A Present For Those In Need And You At Tax Time
Dave Du Val talks with Kay Bell about what the tax world considers a charitable contribution.
 - 12/23/2014
Gift-giving Tax Rules
In Kay Bell’s Taxes Blog on Bankrate, TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val explains the tax rules for gift-giving.
 - 12/12/2014
Are Your Business Clients Really Ready for Obamacare?
In this article for CPA Practice Advisor, Dave Du Val discusses the CPA’s new role as a Health Coverage Advisor.
 - 11/26/2014
Gift-Giving Facts Every Financial Advisor Should Know
Dave Du Val explains the tax implications of gift-giving in this Accounting Today article.
 - 11/05/2014
3 Serious Mistakes to Avoid When Offering Tax Advice to Clients
In this article written for CPA Practice Advisor, TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val warns financial advisors about three serious mistakes to avoid when advising their clients, and what the right advice should be for each situation.
 - 10/09/2014
Oct. 15 is Almost Here: Tips for Managing Your Last Minute Tax Clients
In this article written for CPA Practice Advisor, TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val offers tips for managing last minute tax filer clients.
 - 9/19/2014
How to Select a Tax Professional for Your Small Business
Dave Du Val of TaxAudit.com shares facts about tax professional qualifications with Bonnie Lee.
 - 9/11/2014
Writing Off College-Related Expenses
Bonnie Lee shares Dave Du Val's tax advice about writing off college related expenses.
 - 9/04/2014
How to Advise Distressed Homeowners in a Year of Tax Uncertainty
TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val writes for CPA Practice Advisor about the expiration of a key tax provision for distressed homeowners.
 - 8/06/2014
Eight out of ten feel vulnerable to tax scams
Central Valley Business Times shares TaxAudit.com's survey data about tax scams.
 - 8/06/2014
Nearly 80% of all Americans feel vulnerable to tax scams yet nearly 60% do not know how to prevent or protect themselves from falling victim
The Miami Herald shares Dave Du Val's tips for how you can prevent being scammed and what to do in the event you fall victim.
 - 8/06/2014
Taxpayers Uncertain How to Protect Themselves from Tax Scams
Michael Cohn shares TaxAudit.com's tips for how to identify and protect against tax scams on Accounting Today.
 - 8/04/2014
Tax Scams Are a Major Concern for Taxpayers
Taija Jenkins of CPA Practive Advisor shares TaxAudit.com's survey data about tax scams.
 - 3/24/2014
Use new, simplified home office deduction?
Kay Bell of Bankrate.com speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about the differences between the standard and simplified home office deduction.
 - 3/24/2014
Employee Stock Options And Their Tax Treatment: What You Need To Know
TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val writes in Financial Advisor about the tax treatment of employee stock options.
 - 3/18/2014
10 tax audit red flags
TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val speaks with CNN Money about a business versus a hobby for tax purposes.
 - 3/07/2014
Think Buying Online Is Tax-Free? Think Again
Did you know that you are responsible for use tax on your online purchases? A Taxaudit.com survey found that nearly half of Americans don't.
 - 3/03/2014
Tax Tips For Retirees
TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val speaks with CBS Boston about charitable giving.
 - 2/10/2014
What to Expect When Fling Taxes This Year
The Associated Press speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about tax planning.
 - 1/31/2014
New 39.6 Percent Tax Bracket For Wealthiest People
TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val talks with the Associated Press about tax changes for the wealthy.
 - 1/27/2014
Watch for these 2014 tax changes
The Associated Press speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about tax changes.
 - 1/21/2014
Higher-income Americans hit hardest by tax changes
Carole Feldman of the Associated Press speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about tax changes for higher-income Americans.
 - 1/21/2014
Don’t Let Penalties, Interest Add to Your Tax Bill
The Associated Press speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about tax penalties and interest
 - 1/21/2014
Children Not Necessary for Earned Income Credit
Carole Feldman of the Associated Press speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about the Earned Income Credit.
 - 1/17/2014
8 Errors You're Most Likely to Make on Your Tax Return
US News speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about errors you could make on your tax return.
 - 11/20/2013
2014 Tax Tips - Overview of Changes to Credits and Deductions
CPA Practice Advisor shares TaxAudit.com's annual end-of-year tax tips for U.S. taxpayers.
 - 9/11/2013
New Tech, Big Data Means Big Brother Knows a Lot Already
Dave Du Val writes for Wired Innovations about the IRS and its data capabilities and improvements.
 - 9/05/2013
5 Ways to Avoid an Audit
FOX Business speaks with TaxAudit.com's Dave Du Val about red flags that can trigger an audit.
 - 6/19/2013
Confused IRS Tax RulesThreaten Obamacare Rollout
The Fiscal Times speaks with TaxAudit.com about IRS tax forms and Obamacare.
 - 3/12/2013
Can I Deduct That?
Business on Main speaks with TaxAudit.com about Tax Deductions.
 - 4/02/2012
How to Take Advantage of Dependents at Tax Time
US News speaks with TaxResources about How to Take Advantage of Dependents at Tax Time.
 - 2/28/2012
Filing Taxes for the First-Timer
TurboTax speaks with TaxResources about Filing Taxes for the First Timer.
 - 2/01/2012
Tax Tips for Retirees
US News speaks with TaxResources about Tax Tips for Retirees.
 - 1/25/2012
How to Avoid an IRS Audit
US News speaks with TaxResources about How to Avoid a Tax Audit.
 
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