IRS Operations During the Government Shutdown: What Taxpayers Need to Know

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Tax And Legal FAQs, Tax: Audits, Litigation & Collection
As the federal government shutdown continues, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has furloughed a significant portion of its workforce — a move that will impact millions of taxpayers and businesses nationwide. According to Reuters, approximately 34,000 IRS employees — nearly 46% of its workforce — were placed on furlough effective...
Read More

What Happens to IRS, Tax Courts, and Collections During a Federal Shutdown: What You NEED to Know

Posted on by Paul Vargas Posted in Business Law, State & Local Taxation, Tax And Legal FAQs, Tax Planning & Compliance
As of 12:01am on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the federal government has officially shut down. While some essential functions will continue, many agencies, including the IRS, are bracing for staffing cuts, service delays, and operational uncertainty. For taxpayers and practitioners alike, this raises pressing questions about what to expect in...
Read More

Offer in Compromise – What You NEED to Know

Posted on by Erin Humbles Posted in State & Local Taxation, Tax And Legal FAQs, Tax Planning & Compliance, Tax: Audits, Litigation & Collection
What Is an Offer in Compromise? An Offer in Compromise (OIC) is a formal IRS or state agency application by a taxpayer to satisfy their tax liability for less than the full amount owed. It’s designed for taxpayers who do not have the resources to pay the full tax debt...
Read More