IRS & California Tax Blog

The Riverside real estate market has been a rollercoaster of equity growth. For many residents in Corona, Temecula, and Murrieta, their home is not just a place to live – it is their primary financial safety net. However, if you have unpaid back taxes, the IRS can lock down that equity with a Federal Tax…

Life in the Inland Empire moves fast. Between rising mortgage rates in Riverside and the daily grind of commuting, falling behind on administrative tasks is common. However, there is a massive difference between paying your taxes late and not filing a return at all. If you have unfiled tax returns from previous years, you are…

For most Americans, the IRS is the ultimate bogeyman. But for residents of Sacramento, there is a creditor far closer to home and often far more aggressive: the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB). Headquartered right here in Rancho Cordova, the FTB has unique powers and digital systems that allow them to collect debts faster and…

Riverside County is currently experiencing one of the most significant construction booms in Southern California. From commercial logistics centers in Jurupa Valley to residential expansions in Menifee and French Valley, the industry is thriving. However, this visibility comes with a hidden cost: heightened scrutiny from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the California Franchise Tax…

The S-Corporation is the entity of choice for many small businesses in Roseville, from medical practices on Douglas Blvd to tech consultants in Rocklin. The primary tax advantage is obvious: you don’t pay self-employment tax (Social Security and Medicare) on the profits (distributions) of the business, only on your wages. Naturally, this creates an incentive…

The rise of “pig butchering” crypto scams has left thousands of investors financially devastated. These sophisticated, long-con frauds build trust over months, convincing victims to invest huge sums into fake platforms before vanishing with the funds. If you have fallen victim to one of these schemes, you know the pain is not just emotional—it is…

Received IRS Letter 3585? Defending Your Personal Assets in Trust Fund Recovery Investigations For a business owner or corporate officer, few pieces of mail are more alarming than an inquiry from the IRS regarding “unpaid Form 941 payroll tax periods.” If you have recently received IRS Letter 3585, or if a Revenue Officer has contacted…

As the new year approaches, many of us will set resolutions to improve our finances. We aim to save more, spend less, and invest wisely. But one of the most powerful tools for building wealth is often overlooked in New Year’s resolutions: strategic tax planning. By making tax-savvy financial resolutions, you can ensure that more…

The year 2025 has been another landmark period for the digital asset space, marked by significant regulatory shifts, technological advancements, and evolving tax guidance. For investors and businesses in California, staying ahead of these changes is crucial for compliance and strategic planning. As the year draws to a close, let’s review the most impactful crypto…

There are few things more anxiety-inducing than finding a letter from the Internal Revenue Service in your mailbox. Your mind might immediately jump to the worst-case scenario: a full-blown audit. While some notices are indeed serious, many are routine requests for information or notifications of minor adjustments. The most important thing is not to panic—and…