IRS Interest Rates Hold Steady for Q1 2026
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Does Bankruptcy Clear Tax Debt? Optima Tax Relief
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Dec 3, 2025Key Takeaways IRS Form 1040 is the primary U.S. individual income tax return, used to report income, claim deductions and...
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Tax Deductions for Small Businesses
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Why Was My Offer in Compromise Rejected? Optima Tax Relief
Nov 26, 2025Key Takeaways An Offer in Compromise allows taxpayers to settle IRS debt for less than they owe, but approval depends...
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How to File Back Taxes with Missing W-2s or 1099s
Nov 25, 2025Key Takeaways You can still file back taxes even with missing W-2s or 1099s; the IRS requires you to file using...
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