An error from a popular tax service is costing me $1385. Is there any liability on the preparer?
154687
If they're paying for it, I don't see what the problem is.
969512
Start with a polite letter to your solicitor. It is probable that the stamp duty was never actually paid by his firm and an inexperienced member of his billing department automatically added this to your account. You are entitled to assume that your solicitor in aware of stamp duty rates and if he has erroneously paid this, he must reimburse you. Unless there are some peculiar circumstances (eg associated transactions) that have made this transaction liable to stamp duty, your solicitor is obliged to make a refund. If he refuses, try a letter to the law society. Under no circumstances part with your original invoice - it may be your only proof that the £850 was stamp duty rather than fees.
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You will possibly be liable for any taxes that you are responsible for.If this guy is a big enough tax evader, you can get a percentage of everything he owes, sometimes 20%.This could MORE than cover any taxes you owe.The IRS prints out Publication 15 Circular E, that defines exactly what a contractor is, what an employee is, and how much tax is to be withheld. Yes, I would report him. Talk to a lawyer or someone affiliated w/ legal aid at a law school, if you don't have the money to hire a lawyer.Oh, and have a new job ready.
321840
more than you want to think about.\njust call the IRS, they'll be glad to inform you. Of course, the IRS advice is wrong 1/3 of the time.
807933
If you are wrongly paid, and you KNEW about it, and kept the money anyway, then it IS your fault and responsibility.  They will fight that you should of returned the money for the proper sum.  Sorry bout that man!  Bum deal!
712497
Sounds fishy. you might want to contact someone locally over this. Any service in your area concerning fraud
386466
it has to be postmarked by today or late fees and penalties apply.  just file for an extension online w/ taxcut.
937819
Sales Tax $40 (Dr)\nAccounts Receivable $40 (Cr)
988045
I have not had direct dealings with JK Harris though I have heard of them and a quick search on this business shows a significant number of complaints.  That doesn't mean that they are not a reputable company by any means just that there are some people not satisfied with their efforts.   In all likelihood there are many, many more who are satisfied with their efforts.\n\nWhat I would suggest is contacting a CPA or EA in your area.  Ask friends and family for a recommendation and/or call around and ask questions about your specific problem and if it is something they have experience handling.  \n\nMost IRS Collection problems can be handled by the Taxpayer themselves if the money is owed and there is no dispute about it.  You could also post a question here about the specific problem you are having and I am sure you will get several decent answers about what to do yourself.
1083735
I would call a lawyer for a free counsutation about this. They may be charging you because you were directly involved in the jobs, doing the work.
187740
take it to an accountant who can fix it for you.
209997
Whichever tax service you used will have the information you lost... So just go back there and explain what happned.. They should have copies of your information...\n\nSincerely,\nNeptunedream33
534044
Need to check with State Tax comm.
918
You didn't say what the penalty was for (late filing, late payment, interest, trust fund penalties, etc.). Nor did you state who is handling your dispute (IRS Appeals, Collection Due Process, Tax Court). There's slightly different rules depending on what's going on.\n\nThe basic process for handling penalties and disputes is outlined on the IRS website.\n\nIn general, the IRS will investigate whether you are responsible for the penalty, and will send up a notice informing you that the penalty was waived or that you really do owe the penalty. Interest will accrue if you really do owe the penalty, but you haven't paid it yet.\n\nGenerally, I advise my clients to pay all penalties in full, and then dispute the penalties. This shows a good faith effort, and stops additional penalties and interest from being added to the account. If we lose the dispute, at least the client paid only the penalty and not additional interest. If we win, the client gets his money back.\n\nI hope this helps. Let us know how your dispute with the IRS turns out.\n\nBest wishes.\n\nWilliam
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No.  Ask your tax consultant, but it is not a cost of doing business...
478747
It is a charge.  Try to avoid turbotax in the future.  It is probably the worst tax software around.
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All the tax preparer is responsible for is the penalties and interest.\nYou owe the principal balance.