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A Closer Look at the Whistleblower Office
In the latest executive column, “A Closer Look,” John Hinman, Director, IRS Whistleblower Office, discusses how his team, working closely with other areas in the IRS, enhances tax enforcement through the valuable contributions of whistleblowers. “Whistleblower...
IRS issues new five-year plan with goal to help taxpayers
The IRS recently released a new five-year Strategic Plan that outlines its goals to improve taxpayer service and tax administration. The IRS Strategic Plan FY2022-2026 will serve as a roadmap to help guide the agency's programs and operations. The plan will also help...
Identity Protection PINs provide an important defense against tax-related identity theft
Tax pros: The Security Summit partners encourage you to increase your efforts to inform your clients about the IRS Identity Protection PIN Opt-In Program to help protect people against tax-related identity theft. The IP PIN serves as a critical defense against...
2021 tax extension filers don’t need to wait until Oct. 17
The IRS reminds the estimated 19 million taxpayers who requested an extension to file their 2021 tax returns that they don't have to wait until mid-October to file. If your client has all the necessary information to file an accurate return, they can file...
IRS statement on balance due notices (CP-14)
The IRS is aware that some payments made for 2021 tax returns have not been correctly applied to joint taxpayer accounts, and these taxpayers are receiving erroneous balance due notices (CP-14 notices) or notices showing the incorrect amount. Visit IRS.gov for...