How To Keep Your Tax Refund Safe From Fraudsters

How To Keep Your Tax Refund Safe From Fraudsters

Written By: Michael Vale Reviewed By: Bridgette Austin, Esq., EA, Co-Founder and Tax Attorney Last Reviewed: January 26, 2026 Tax refund theft happens when someone files a return using your Social Security number and collects the refund before you do. Most victims...
What If The Employer Doesn’t Notify You Of Wage Garnishment?

What If The Employer Doesn’t Notify You Of Wage Garnishment?

When employers fail to notify employees about wage garnishment, workers face serious financial and legal consequences. Federal law requires employers to inform workers when wage garnishment orders arrive, including the garnishment amount, creditor name, and dispute...
What Is The Difference Between A Garnishment And A Levy?

What Is The Difference Between A Garnishment And A Levy?

A wage garnishment requires third parties like employers or banks to withhold a portion of your earnings and send it directly to the tax agency, continuing each pay period until the debt is paid or an alternative arrangement is made. A levy, on the other hand, allows...
Can I Have Two Wage Garnishments At One Time?

Can I Have Two Wage Garnishments At One Time?

Written By: Michael Vale Reviewed By: Bridgette Austin, Esq., EA, Co-Founder and Tax Attorney Last Reviewed: January 20, 2026 Yes. You can legally have more than one wage garnishment at the same time. But for ordinary consumer debts like credit cards and medical...
IRS Tax Audit Representation: Why Is It Important?

IRS Tax Audit Representation: Why Is It Important?

IRS tax audit representation is professional assistance from qualified tax experts like CPAs, enrolled agents, or tax attorneys who guide you through the audit process. These representatives protect your rights, handle IRS communications, and help minimize penalties...