In 2014 the IRS adopted a Taxpayer Bill of Rights. It applies to all taxpayers in their dealings with the IRS. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights groups the existing rights in the tax code into ten fundamental rights, and makes them clear, understandable, and accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Taxpayer Bill of Rights<\/a> is the 10 rights all taxpayers have any time they interact with the IRS. These rights cover a wide range of topics and issues, and they explain what taxpayers can expect if they need to work with the IRS on a tax matter. This includes when a taxpayer files a return, pays taxes, responds to a letter or notice, goes through an audit or appeals an IRS decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTaxpayer Bill of Rights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Taxpayers have a right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nBe Informed<\/a> \u2013 The right to know what to do to comply with the tax laws. They are entitled to clear explanations of the law and IRS procedures in all tax forms, instructions, publications, notices, and correspondence. They have the right to be informed of IRS decisions about their tax accounts and to receive clear explanations of the outcomes. <\/li>\n\n\n\nQuality Service<\/a> \u2013 The right to receive prompt, courteous and professional assistance when working with the IRS.Pay No More than the Correct Amount of Tax<\/a> \u2013 The right to pay only the amount of tax legally due, including interest and penalties, and to have the IRS apply all tax payments properly.Challenge the IRS’s Position and Be Heard<\/a> \u2013 The right to raise objections and provide additional documentation in response to formal IRS actions or proposed actions.Appeal an IRS Decision in an Independent Forum<\/a> \u2013 The right to a fair and impartial administrative appeal of most IRS decisions.Finality<\/a> \u2013 The right to know when the IRS has finished an audit.Privacy<\/a> \u2013 The right to expect that any IRS inquiry, examination or enforcement action will comply with the law and be no more intrusive than necessary.Confidentiality<\/a> \u2013 The right to expect that any information taxpayers provide to the IRS will not be disclosed unless authorized by the taxpayer or by law.Retain Representation<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 The right to retain an authorized representative of the taxpayer’s choice to represent them when working with the IRS. Taxpayers have the right to seek assistance from a\u00a0Low Income Taxpayer Clinic\u00a0if they cannot afford representation.A Fair and Just Tax System<\/a> \u2013 The right to expect the tax system to consider facts and circumstances that might affect their underlying liabilities, ability to pay or ability to provide information timely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nIf you are thinking about getting started with your tax return filing, you should get to it. Organize now to save time later. If you are looking for an accountant reach out to us. https:\/\/tysllp.com\/contact-us\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n