Tax Resources, Myths, and Information

We have compiled some additional federal tax resources you might find helpful. They range from sites that assist you in finding out more about the IRS to sites that debunk tax myths and identify tax scams like untax schemes and illegal tax strategies. On that note, if you think you are a victim of a tax scam, you might want to contact us to discuss your options. Tax Masters is extremely knowledgeable and can help you determine just how big of a mess you’re in and help you develop a plan for resolving your tax problems.

• http://taxes.about.com/ – This is a blog all about tax planning with some very effective advice for things you can do to minimize your tax liability. It also includes information on significant tax changes.
• http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/AvoidAnAudit/5taxMythsThatCanCostYouMoney.aspx – Tax myths are everywhere and can come back to bite you big time. This article identifies and discusses five common tax myths that snare taxpayers every year and get them into tax trouble.
• http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=180075,00.html – Beyond tax myths, this article and linked podcast discuss what the IRS calls the dirty dozen, the top 12 tax scams, tax fraud abuse cases, and things to look out for as a US taxpayer.
• http://www.irs.gov/taxpros/article/0,,id=159853,00.html – This article discusses at length frivolous tax arguments, debunks all of them, and lets offenders know that the IRS will punish taxpayers trying to scam or defraud the government using a frivolous tax argument.
• http://www.irs.gov/help/index.html – This is a hub at irs.gov that helps you use the IRS site to locate forms and read more of their confusing jabber about IRS policies and laws.
• http://www.gpoaccess.gov/usbudget/ – This site includes all the information you need to see where the government plans to spend your tax money this year. They’ll even sell you a copy of the budget for the low low price of $39. Hurry and get yours today.