by Bob Jablonsky, EA | Apr 1, 2026 | IRS Notices, IRS Problems, SFR
If you haven’t filed your tax returns for several years, the IRS may take matters into its own hands. This process is called a Substitute for Return (SFR)—and it can significantly increase your tax liability. What Is a Substitute for Return? An SFR is a tax return...
by Bob Jablonsky, EA | Dec 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
A Florida man was recently charged with tax evasion and filing false returns after allegedly hiding millions of dollars in income over several years. According to court documents, he stopped filing tax returns once his business became profitable — and when the IRS...
by Bob Jablonsky, EA | Dec 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
You’ve probably heard the ads: “Settle your tax debt for pennies on the dollar!” Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, that’s where many taxpayers get misled. The Offer in Compromise (OIC) is one of the most powerful IRS programs available — but it’s also one of the...
by Bob Jablonsky, EA | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
A New Hampshire business owner recently pleaded guilty to filing a false tax return after hiding over $1 million in business income through an under-the-table cash payroll. By cashing client checks made payable to “cash” and paying employees off the books, she not...
by Bob Jablonsky, EA | Dec 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
When taxpayers fall behind on their federal tax obligations, the IRS has multiple tools at its disposal to initiate collection. One of the most common — and least understood — is the Automated Collection System (ACS). If you’ve received letters from the IRS or had...
