Monthly Archives: August 2024

The Case of the Missing $632,825.18

The story you’re about to read is true. The names (and dollar amounts) have been changed to protect the innocent. John and Mary Smith, long-time clients, filed an amended return for the 2017 tax year years ago. It took some … Continue reading

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Hurricane Debby Tax Deadline Relief; Deadlines Extended for Impacted Taxpayers to February 3, 2025

This year is supposed to be a very active year in the tropics, with over 20 tropical storms (some of which will be hurricanes) predicted.  Hurricane Debby made landfall in Florida, and then made a second landfall in the Carolinas … Continue reading

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Why Did the IRS Send Me a $1.87 Refund?

In mid-June I received mail from the IRS.  That’s not unusual; I receive a lot of mail from the IRS (generally, correspondence for clients).  But this was different: it was a check for $1.87.  Here’s the check: Now, I wasn’t … Continue reading

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