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State Tax Amnesty Programs 2026: Complete Guide
State tax amnesty programs let taxpayers pay overdue state taxes while the state waives penalties and sometimes interest. This guide explains how amnesty works in 2026, which states run programs, and how amnesty compares to an Offer in Compromise.
Can a State Garnish Your Wages for Back Taxes? (2026)
State tax agencies can garnish your wages for unpaid back taxes, and their limits often differ from federal rules. This guide explains how much a state can take, how state wage levies work, and the steps to stop or reduce a garnishment in 2026.
State Tax Debt Statute of Limitations by State (2026)
Each state sets its own statute of limitations for collecting back taxes, ranging from 3 to 20 years—very different from the IRS 10-year limit. This guide explains how state collection deadlines work, what extends them, and how to find your state's rule for 2026.
Unfiled Form 941: How to File Back Payroll Tax Returns and Stop IRS Substitutes in 2026
Unfiled Form 941 returns are one of the fastest paths to personal Trust Fund Recovery Penalty exposure. The IRS can prepare substitute returns under IRC Section 6020(b), assess penalties of up to 47.5% of the unfiled tax, and refer the case to a Revenue Officer for responsible-person investigation. This post walks through the 2026 catch-up process, the penalty relief options available, and the strategic decisions that determine whether back-filing closes the issue or accelerates IRS enforcement.
Responsible Person Determination Under IRC 6672: How the IRS Decides Who Pays Trust Fund Taxes in 2026
Responsible-person status under IRC Section 6672 is the gateway to personal liability for unpaid trust fund payroll taxes. The IRS evaluates seven factors of responsibility and a separate willfulness standard, and the determination is made independently for each potentially liable individual. This post walks through the exact tests the IRS applies, the strongest defenses available at each stage, and the practical assessment framework that predicts assessment outcomes before Letter 1153 issues.
Payroll Tax Installment Agreements for Small Businesses: 2026 Form 941 Resolution Guide
Installment agreements for unpaid Form 941 payroll taxes are structurally different from individual installment agreements. The IRS requires current-deposit compliance as a precondition, applies tighter financial scrutiny, and uses payment designation rules that directly affect personal Trust Fund Recovery Penalty exposure. This post covers the 2026 thresholds, the Form 433-B disclosure requirements, the trust fund designation strategy, and the practical mechanics that determine whether a small-business 941 installment agreement is approvable.
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