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DEALING WITH HIGH TAX BILLS
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Using an Offer in Compromise to Settle a Tax Bill

There is no legal right to have a valid tax bill reduced by the IRS -- it is entirely a matter of government discretion. But if you qualify for something known as an offer in compromise, you may be able to wipe your tax slate clean at an enormous discount.

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Will bankruptcy set off the IRS's audit radar?

I am preparing to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and have been advised that the IRS will look at this as a HUGE red flag. Apart from not understanding why, I am more curious as to what to expect. Do you have ideas on this?

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audit

An examination of the financial records of a person, business, or organization, typically done to correct careless or improper bookkeeping or to verify that proper records are being kept. Businesses and nonprofits often undergo an annual audit by an independent accounting firm. The IRS also conducts audits, mainly to assess taxes owed.

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