A QDRO is a decree or order recognizing another person such as a former spouse, child or dependent as an “alternate” or “alternative” payee to a retirement plan. The alternative payee can receive all or part of the benefits under the plan.

Imagine receiving a notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about a tax audit or finding out that you owe a significant amount in back taxes. Navigating the complex world of tax laws and regulations can be overwhelming, but there’s one professional who can help you through these challenges: a tax attorney.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced new tax laws and changes for 2023 that could have a significant impact on your wallet. It's crucial to stay informed and prepared, especially when it comes to filing tax returns for the 2023 tax year. Keep reading for a breakdown of the key updates you need to know.

On August 7, 2022, the United States Senate Passed the Inflation Reduction Act (“the Act”) along party lines by a vote of 51 to 50. The House of Representatives passed the bill without changes, and President Biden signed it into law on August 16, 2022. Experts and politicians disagree about whether the Act raises or lowers the deficit.

Qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs) have been around for quite a few years, but few people have a working knowledge of how these documents work. A QDRO might seem of little importance when negotiated, but the long-term implications on an individual’s retirement finances can be significant.

You might want to talk to a Maryland tax attorney about the tax implications of a proposed QDRO when going through a family court matter like a divorce or legal separation that involves the distribution of one or more retirement plans. Here are some FAQs about Qualified Domestic Relations Orders.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced inflation adjustments for over 60 tax provisions, most of which will affect individual income tax filers in 2023. Get up-to-date with the changes that could impact your tax return.

The 2020 tax season was frustrating, confusing, and overwhelming for many taxpayers. Pandemic relief bills resulted in numerous changes for tax filings. Some changes were limited to the 2020 tax years, while other changes were extended to 2021 and 2022.

If you had trouble keeping up with the changes for tax filings, you were not alone. Many tax preparers and IRS agents had trouble keeping everything straight.

If you’re delinquent on your taxes, there is little you can do to escape paying what you owe. While it might be tempting to run from your tax problems, the IRS will eventually find you.

Fortunately, the IRS has created a Fresh Start Initiative offering relief to individual taxpayers and small businesses. However, as with most government programs, the rules about how to qualify for tax relief can be confusing.

Tax evasion is the intentional failure to pay federal taxes owed to the government. Tax avoidance is taking lawful actions to lessen tax liability to maximize after-tax income. Learn more here.

On March 17, 2021, the Treasury Department and IRS announced they would again provide special tax filing and payment relief to individuals and businesses in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Read on to learn more.

Paying taxes during retirement is a harsh reality that many people are not prepared for when they retire. The key to reducing tax liability during retirement is early planning. If you wait until you retire, it may be too late to take advantage of some retirement-planning strategies.

Individuals and businesses in Maryland have state and federal solar incentives available to encourage them to invest in solar PV (photovoltaics). A Maryland tax attorney can answer your questions about what’s available in 2021 for solar tax credits.

President-elect Joe Biden’s tax plan is more moderate than the proposed plans of some of the other Democratic primary candidates but less conservative than the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 of President Trump.

This year brought many challenges that most people have never had to face before. A Maryland business tax attorney can help you evaluate your situation and answer your questions about what you can write off as a business expense in 2021.