Entries by Tax Attorney

Is Social Security Taxable?

A classic case of the government giveth and the government taketh away. One of the most common web-search phrases entered is this: “Is social security taxable”? The answer: It all depends on your income and filing status. If you file taxes as an individual and your combined income — that’s your adjusted gross income plus […]

Jeffrey B. Kahn, Esq. Discusses Taxes, the IRS, and Undisclosed Foreign Accounts On ESPN Radio – January 9, 2015 Show

[powerpress channel=”podcast”] Topics Covered: 1. Landmark Alaska Bar Reopens After Closed Down By IRS. 2. How The IRS Will Find You If You Have Unreported Foreign Income And Undisclosed Foreign Accounts. 3. What Signs To Be On The Lookout For That You May Be Subject To An IRS Criminal Investigation. 4. Questions From Our Listeners: […]

Target Orange County, California – Think You Can Hide From The IRS?

The IRS is using its extensive Big Data resources to pin-point their investigations to the wealthiest areas in Orange County, California. The idea being that anyone who is selected for investigation in these areas will result in a higher tax liability than those who live in less affluent areas. The government is looking for non-filers, […]

Don’t Believe The Seven Deadly Myths Of FATCA Non-Enforcement.

This May Be Your One Last Opportunity to Avoid Criminal Prosecution and Increased Civil Penalties! Since July 1, 2014, the most feared U.S. legislation regarding international tax enforcement – Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (“FATCA”) – is being implemented by most banks around the world. As part of this compliance, foreign banks from around the world […]

Target San Francisco Bay Area, California – Think You Can Hide From The IRS?

The IRS is using its extensive Big Data resources to pin-point their investigations to the wealthiest areas in the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley.  The idea being that anyone who is selected for investigation in these areas will result in a higher tax liability than those who live in less affluent areas.  The […]