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Categories: IRS
Four Things NOT to Do When You’re Being Audited *The following article was updated in February 2025* I receive so many panicked calls from individuals and San Francisco business owners who receive a notice of audit from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The reaction of fear is understandable, as nobody wants to deal with their...
Categories: IRS
What is the First Thing You Should Do When You’re Being Audited by the IRS? *The following article was updated in February 2025* Receiving an audit notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be a scary feeling. So many people see that letter and immediately start to panic. But rest assured, an audit is...
Categories: California Tax Law
Why Hiring a Tax Attorney is Cost Effective and Not Scary For some people, just hearing the word attorney strikes fear deep into their soul. This is especially true when it comes to taxes and dealing with the IRS. So many individuals think working with a lawyer is a costly and scary prospect. In fact,...
Categories: California Tax Law
How Do I Appeal an EDD Assessment? *The following article was updated in February 2022* One of the most common questions I receive is how can California business owners and taxpayers appeal an EDD audit assessment. It’s a great question and one that should be addressed with an experienced EDD appeal attorney near you. Before...
Categories: California Tax Law
How Are Bonuses Taxed In California? *The following article was updated in February 2025* There’s always something very exciting when you hear you’ll be receiving a bonus from your employer. However, that excitement can often lead to disappointment when you realize you not only have to pay taxes on the bonus, but oftentimes, it’s more...
Categories: California Tax Law
What is an EDD Benefit Audit? *The following article was updated in February 2022* If you’re a business based in California — San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego — you’ve likely had dealings with the Employment Development Department (EDD). It is the responsibility of the EDD to collect payroll taxes, and it conducts payroll...
Categories: California Tax Law
How Long Can You Stay in California Without Being a Resident? *The following article was updated in February 2025* With its near-perfect weather and proximity to the Pacific Ocean, California is one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. But with the promises of California gold also brings an expensive cost...
Categories: California Tax Law
What Triggers an EDD Audit? *The following article was updated in February 2025* If you’re a California business owner and taxpayer, and if you’ve ever hired an independent contractor, then you should be familiar with an EDD audit. These California Employment Development Department (EDD) state payroll audits occur when a business has classified a worker...
Categories: Federal Tax
Help! What Do I Do If the IRS is Auditing Me for Underreported My Income? *The following article was updated in February 2025* Tax season is officially upon us! It’s this time of year that I often receive panicked questions from clients telling me they’re being audited by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) because they...
Categories: California Tax Law
California Employment Tax Forms: What are the DE 9, DE 6, and DE 4 Forms? *The following article was updated in February 2025* When it comes to taxes in California, there’s generally a form for every withholding and business transaction. This is especially true for California businesses and employers. I’m often asked which tax forms...
