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National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins is urging the Internal Revenue Service to expand online services for taxpayers, tax professionals and businesses while reducing its reliance on paper to improve taxpayer service.

Only a tiny fraction of those who could file their taxes for free are actually accessing the no-cost program, according to a new watchdog report.

The Internal Revenue Service revised its answers to frequently asked questions on the Child Tax Credit, adding a new set of six commonly asked filing season questions.

The Internal Revenue Service appointed Lia Colbert as the new commissioner of its Small Business Self-Employed Division to oversee the IRS’s collection activities and the examinations of most businesses in the U.S.

Tips and considerations for accountants abound after tax season.

Math error not in your favor; TIN matching; worst-written notices; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

“IRS employees want to do more to help taxpayers,” Commissioner Rettig told Congress on Thursday.

IRS site not as popular; marketing’s place in talent acquisition; new blog; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

The Internal Revenue Service is renewing its call for extra money in its budget Monday as it closes out a challenging tax season.

Audits of high-net-worth filers require more time and expertise, and the agency’s underfunding has led to a significant loss of personnel capable of performing those.

The 2022 tax season, predicted by some to be a perfect storm, is coming to a close with barely a stiff wind.

Americans who have put off their 2021 taxes have less than a week to file a return or an extension — and fill them out accurately to avoid trouble from the IRS.

The service updated its FAQ on the credit, with additional information on receiving it on a 2020 tax return.

Elizabeth Warren and Judy Chu want to know why those making less than $25,000 are audited more often than those making more than $200,000.

Energy-policy mess; time is not on your side; cybersecurity planning; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

The Internal Revenue Service added new information to its frequently asked questions and answers on the new Schedules K-2 and K-3 for reporting international taxes.

The service has been under pressure from Congress and accounting groups to perform better as another hectic tax season comes to a close.

Businesses that have been investing in cryptocurrency are dealing with uncertainty as government agencies are going to expect them to account for their holdings and pay taxes.

BKD launches accounting advisory services line; Illinois CPA Society appoints 2022-23 board of directors; and more CPA news.

Why the service has not exhausted the full arsenal of tools, resources and relief at its disposal is confounding.