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Understanding the Difference Between Bank Levies and Garnishments

Understanding the Difference Between Bank Levies and Garnishments

If you owe money to a creditor, you may face a bank levy being placed against you or having your wages garnished. Levies and garnishments can be confusing terms that may be hard to understand. Here’s what you need to know about what is a bank...
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Posted July 7, 2020 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
Top 5 Reasons to Seek Help From Tax Attorneys

Top 5 Reasons to Seek Help From Tax Attorneys

When should you call tax attorneys and when should you try to work out your tax issues yourself? That’s a big question, and it’s highly dependent upon your personal or business situation. Tax attorneys can help in a variety of...
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Posted June 8, 2020 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
Do I Need a Tax Attorney?

Do I Need a Tax Attorney?

Tax season can be a nerve-wracking time for many people, but you can rest easy if you have the help of a tax attorney. When exactly is a tax attorney necessary, though? And how can one help you during tax season? Here’s what you need to...
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Posted May 6, 2020 | by Michael Whelan |in Uncategorized
4 Ways To Get A Tax Lien Released

4 Ways To Get A Tax Lien Released

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) processes up to 155 million taxpayer returns each year. If an individual doesn’t pay their tax bill, the IRS may file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien that notifies potential creditors. This lien can lay claim to...
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Posted April 2, 2020 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
4 Best Ways To Remove An IRS Bank Levy

4 Best Ways To Remove An IRS Bank Levy

If you fail to pay your debts to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), they can levy your bank account or garnish your wages which can leave you with no money to live on. This can put you in an incredibly difficult situation if you can’t pay the...
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Posted March 3, 2020 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
Why is It So Important to Hire the Right Tax Lawyers?

Why is It So Important to Hire the Right Tax Lawyers?

With tax season upon us, it’s time to take a look at some of the more challenging aspects of dealing with tax law. If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so important to hire the best tax lawyers, here are a few reasons why it’s...
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Posted February 5, 2020 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
3 Tips For Hiring The Best Tax Lawyer

3 Tips For Hiring The Best Tax Lawyer

As a business owner, one of the most difficult challenges you face is dealing with tax issues. With so many laws and regulations, trying to manage your finances by yourself can be frustrating and overwhelming. Finding a competent tax attorney can...
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Posted January 7, 2020 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
How to Get a Tax Lien Released

How to Get a Tax Lien Released

A tax lien is usually imposed by law on a property to secure the payment of taxes. Therefore, you are probably wondering what can you do to get a tax lien released. You have probably delayed paying your income taxes or other taxes due to...
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Posted December 5, 2019 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
What to Do if You’re Caught in the Middle of a Bank Levy

What to Do if You’re Caught in the Middle of a Bank Levy

Dealing with a bank levy is never a fun situation to find yourself in. But many people make things that much worse by not taking the proper steps to get the best tax attorneys on their side. While handling the IRS can be difficult, especially...
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Posted November 11, 2019 | by Michael Whelan |in Uncategorized
Why It’s Essential to Use the Best Tax Attorneys

Why It’s Essential to Use the Best Tax Attorneys

Why it’s so important to work with credible tax attorneys.

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Posted October 17, 2019 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
5 Essential Steps to Take When You Have a Tax Lien

5 Essential Steps to Take When You Have a Tax Lien

Tax liens can cause a lot of damage to the reputation of a company. When the government flags you as having broken any tax law, you can be sure that few people will want to be associated with you. It is one of the reasons many businesses have...
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Posted September 12, 2019 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
When and Why You Need an IRS Tax Lawyer

When and Why You Need an IRS Tax Lawyer

Resolving tax issues may take a level of finesse and skills that you don’t have. Instead of taking up the matter with the IRS, you need someone with the confidence, knowledge, and experience of handling tax disputes to help you. If you are not...
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Posted August 13, 2019 | by Hub Shout |in Uncategorized
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Michael C. Whelan JD CPA
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About Michael C. Whelan

Michael C. Whelan is a former IRS attorney and certified public accountant who currently represents clients before the IRS Collection division as well as audited taxpayers for various tax related issues.

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During 2012 the IRS revised its collection procedure for dealing with delinquent accounts. The changes (which generally favor taxpayers) still allow the IRS to be as aggressive as they have been in the past several years.

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