Not sure how income tax works?
The following section explains basic tax terminology, concepts and procedures currently being used by the IRS.
Deductible Taxes
- State, local and foreign income taxes
- State, local and foreign real estate taxes
- State, and local personal property taxes, and
- State and local general sales taxes
The first key to understanding taxes is to understand what deductible taxes are. State and local income taxes withheld from your wages during the year appear on your Form W-2. You can elect to deduct state and local general sales taxes instead of state and local income taxes, but you cannot deduct both. If you elect to deduct state and local general sales taxes, you can use either your actual expenses or the optional sales tax tables. The following amounts are also deductible:
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- Any estimated taxes you paid to state or local governments during the year, and
- Any prior year’s state or local income tax you paid during the year.
Generally, you can take either a deduction or a tax credit for foreign income taxes imposed on you by a foreign country or a United States possession. As an employee, you can deduct mandatory contributions to state benefit funds that provide protection against loss of wages.
Deductible real estate taxes are generally any state, local, or foreign taxes on real property levied for the general public welfare. They need to be charged uniformly against all real property in the jurisdiction at a like rate. Many states and counties also impose local benefit taxes for improvements to property, such as assessments for streets, sidewalks, and sewer lines. These taxes cannot be deducted. However, you can increase the cost basis of your property by the amount of the assessment. Local benefits taxes are deductible if they are for maintenance or repair, or interest charges related to those benefits.
If a portion of your monthly mortgage payment goes into an escrow account, and periodically the lender pays your real estate taxes out of the account to the local government, do not deduct the amount paid into the escrow account. Only deduct the amount actually paid out of the escrow account during the year to the taxing authority.
Deductible personal property taxes are those based only on the value of personal property such as a boat or car. The taxes need to be charged to you on a yearly basis, even if it is collected more than once a year or less than once a year.
Some taxes and fees you cannot deduct on Schedule A include federal income taxes, social security taxes, transfer taxes (or stamp taxes) on the sale of property, homeowner’s association fees, estate and inheritance taxes, and service charges for water, sewer, etc.
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Estimated Taxes
Estimated tax is the method used to pay tax on income that is not subject to withholding. This includes income from self-employment, interest, dividends, alimony, rent, gains from the sale of assets, prizes and awards. You also may have to pay estimated tax if the amount of income tax being withheld from your salary, pension, or other income is not enough.
How to Figure Estimated Tax
To figure your estimated tax, you need to figure your expected adjusted gross income, taxable income, taxes, deductions, and credits for the year.
When figuring your estimated tax for the current year, it may be helpful to use your income, deductions, and credits for prior year as a starting point. Use your prior year’s federal tax return as a guide. You can use the worksheet in Form 1040-ES to figure your estimated tax.
Payroll Taxes and Federal Income Tax
If you aren’t sure how income tax works, Gross Pay is the amount the employee earns.
Net pay, or take-home pay, is the amount the employee receives after deductions. Deductions will include Social Security taxes, Medicare taxes, and other amounts.
Employers send the withheld taxes to the taxing authorities. It’s important for employees to understand that they must complete Form W-4, an Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate, to determine how much federal income tax to withhold.
The amount of federal income tax withholding depends on the employee’s marital status, the number of withholding allowances claimed by the employee, any additional amount the employee wants to withhold, and any exemptions from withholding that the employee claims.
Wage and Tip Income includes wages, salaries, bonuses, and commissions received by employees for services performed.
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Tips are received as gratuities by food servers, baggage handlers, hairdressers, and others for services performed. Tips go beyond the stated amount of the bill and are given voluntarily. Employee compensation and tips may be in the form of cash, goods and services, awards, and taxable benefits.
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Exemptions
To fully understand your taxes, you need to know that there are two types of exemptions, personal exemptions and dependency exemptions. Each exemption reduces the income that is subject to tax by the exemption amount. The exemption amount changes every year. In 2009, the exemption amount is $3,650. In 2013 the exemption amount is $3,900. A taxpayer cannot claim an exemption for a person who can be claimed as a dependent on another tax return.
The standard deduction reduces the income that is subject to tax. The amount of the standard deduction depends on the filing status, the age of the taxpayer and spouse, whether the taxpayer or spouse is blind, and whether the taxpayer can be claimed as a dependent on another taxpayer’s return.
The child tax credit allows taxpayers to claim a tax credit of up to $1,000 per qualifying child.
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To claim the child tax credit, there are requirements for the qualifying child, requirements for the taxpayer and limits on the amount of credit. In order to claim the child tax credit, the taxpayer must have at least one eligible child. The tax credit for child and dependent care expenses allows taxpayers to claim a dollar for dollar credit for expenses paid for the care of children under age 13 or a disabled spouse or dependent . To claim the credit, there are requirements for the taxpayer, child or dependent. There is a limit to the amount of qualifying expenses which is a percentage of the qualifying expenses.
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Understanding Tax Credits
There are two tax credits taxpayers may claim for themselves or their dependents, for higher education: the American Opportunity Credit (previously known as the Hope Credit) and the Lifetime Learning Credit. Form 8863, Education Credits, is used to determine eligibility and figure each credit. Students receive Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement, from eligible educational institutions, which identify tuition and any related expenses paid to the educational institution, and/or reimbursements or refunds.
Taxpayers can choose the credit that will give them the lower tax; but they cannot claim both credits for the same expenses. Taxpayers who are eligible to claim the American Opportunity Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit for the same student in the same year, can choose to claim either credit, but not both.
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The Earned Income Tax Credit, sometimes called EIC, is a tax credit to help you keep more of what you earned. It is a refundable federal income tax credit for low to moderate income working individuals and families. Congress originally approved the tax credit legislation in 1975 in part to offset the burden of social security taxes and to provide an incentive to work.
When EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit. To qualify, you must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if you do not owe any tax or are not required to file.
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Dependents
A dependent may be either a “Qualifying Child” or a “Qualifying Relative.”
Qualifying child must meet the following requirements: The child must be younger than you. A child cannot be your qualifying child if he or she files a joint return, unless the return was filed only as a claim for refund. If the parents of a child can claim the child as a qualifying child but no parent claims the child, no one else can claim the child as a qualifying child unless that person’s AGI is higher than the highest AGI of any parent of the child. Your child is a qualifying child for purposes of the child tax credit only if you can and do claim an exemption for him or her.
To claim a dependency exemption for a qualifying child, all of the qualifying child dependency tests must be met: Dependent Taxpayer Test, Joint Return Test, Citizenship Test, Relationship Test, Age Test and Residency Test.
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Qualifying Relative
A qualifying person is:
- a child (such as a son, daughter, or grandchild who lived with you more than half the year and meets certain other tests)
- a relative who is your father or mother
- a relative other than your father or mother (such as a grandparent, brother, or sister who meets certain tests)
Non- Qualifying person:
- Boyfriend/Girlfriend. For example, your girlfriend lived with you all year. Even though she may be your qualifying relative if the gross income and support tests are met, she is not your qualifying person for head of household purposes because she is not related to you.
- Girlfriend’s child. The facts are the same as in the previous example except your girlfriend’s 10-year-old son also lived with you all year. He is not your qualifying child and, because he is your girlfriend’s qualifying child, he is not your qualifying relative. As a result, he is not your qualifying person for head of household purposes.
To claim a dependency exemption for a qualifying relative, the person must meet the: the Dependent Taxpayer Test, the Joint Return Test, the Citizenship Test, the Not a Qualifying Child Test, the Member of Household or Relationship Test, the Gross Income Test and the Support Test.
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Interest Income
Interest income is the charge for the use of borrowed money. In most cases you will earn interest if you let others use your money. Your money earns interest when it is deposited in accounts in banks, savings and loans or credit unions, used to buy certificates of deposit or bonds, lent to another person or business. Interest is considered unearned income because money, not a person, is working to earn the income. Taxable Interest Income can be earned via savings and checking accounts, U.S. Savings Bonds, savings certificates (certificates of deposit or CDs) or money market certificates.
Understanding tax-exempt Interest Income is earned from bonds issued by entities in states, cities, counties, or the District of Columbia, including port authorities, toll-road commissions, community redevelopment agencies or qualified volunteer fire departments.
Refund, Amount Due, and Record Keeping
- Taxpayers receive refunds when their total tax payments are greater than the total tax. Refunds can be received by check in the mail or by direct deposit. The IRS will keep any refunds if you owe back taxes and apply it toward your balance.
- Taxpayers must pay an amount due when the total tax is greater than their total tax payments. Payments can be made by check, money order, credit card, or direct debit (electronic filers only).
- It is important for taxpayers to keep good records in order to prepare their tax returns and support items on their tax returns.
- Electronic Tax Return Preparation and Transmission Preparation means the completion of all the forms and schedules needed to compute and report the tax.
- Understand that Tax Returns can be prepared manually or electronically.
Self-Employment Income/Self-Employment Tax
A business is a continuous, regular activity that has income or profit as its primary purpose. Independent contractors are self-employed. Self-employed workers control the methods and means of performing services for others. In contrast, employers direct or control the work of their employees.
Self-employment profit is the result of self-employment income being greater than self-employment expenses. Self-employment profit increases the income that is subject to tax. Self-employment loss is when self-employment income is less than self-employment expenses.
Self-employment tax is similar to Social Security and Medicare taxes. The self-employment tax rate for 2014 is 15.3 percent of profit. The self-employment tax increases the total tax. One-half of the self-employment tax reduces the income that is subject to tax.
Tax Return Transmission
When it comes to understanding your taxes, transmitting your taxes is the sending of the tax return to the taxing authority. You can transmit your taxes the following ways:
- Returns can be transmitted by mail. You can find your local office inside the tax form or online here.
- Taxes can also be transmitted electronically. Electronic options include:
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- Via computer – Online, self-prepared
- Using an Authorized IRS e-file Provider/Tax Professional. There are numerous benefits to the electronic preparation and transmission of tax returns. The key benefits are the confidence that your taxes are done correctly – and the speed at which you get your refund.
The Five IRS Recognized Filing Statuses
- Single
- Married Filing a Joint Return
- Married Filing a Separate Return
- Head of Household
- Qualifying Widow(er) with Dependent Child
Some taxpayers qualify for more than one filing status. Usually, taxpayers choose the filing status with the lowest tax.
Tax Help MD is here to help you understand taxes and how they work. If you have a specific question about your taxes, contact us today!
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Jul 7, 2018
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Tax Help MD has ALWAYS been
Tax Help MD has ALWAYS been professional, friendly, prompt, and efficient. In the years that I have dealt with them I have had no complaints at all. Their advice has been helpful particularly in dealing with the IRS. You cannot find a better group to help you with your taxes!
Aline Hartnett
Aug 18, 2018
I was happy to get the results I needed
I was happy to get the results I needed from contacting Tax Help MD. They really helped me out in no time at all! I will be using them again when tax season comes around! Thank you Dean Michael !
Keith Boone
Aug 24, 2018
it was so easy to get the answers we
it was so easy to get the answers we needed to clear up our situation...the consultant was very responsive and did a search for us that cleared my name off a debt that was not mine. Thank you
Francis
Sep 12, 2018
Deeply impressed by MyTaxHelp
I was deeply impressed by the prompt and compassionate manner MyTaxHelp handled my case, resulting in the ideal result I was seeking. And they still continue to be there to guide and advise me. Wonderful
Juan Parilo
Sep 20, 2018
Great timely service
Great timely service
Steve Bauer
Sep 27, 2018
From the very first phone call Dean
From the very first phone call Dean Michaels and his entire staff make you feel at ease, several years ago I had a much larger tax issue and choose to use a different company to work with the IRS. I paid these people a ridiculous amount of money to basically set up a payment plan that I really couldn’t afford. I only wish I had heard Dean on the radio at night sooner. The fact that he can relate to what your going through makes a huge difference, after the first couple conversations that helpless feeling is gone, you begin to feel like this isn’t the end of the world!! So without a doubt these are the people to call if you need any type of tax help. Dean and his staff were a pleasure to work with, thx for helping me.
Dan Westin
Oct 1, 2018
TaxMD: Dean and his team is the most sincere
Dean and his team is the most sincere and honest team I have ever worked with. No bs, no pitches, just hard truth. And their hard and knowledgeable work. Reminds me of some of my own most dedicated teams creating tremendous value to its clients.
Katherine
Oct 6, 2018
Helpful and Reliable
I have worked with companies in the past that claimed to provide help with back taxes. They took my money, but did not provide the services they promised. Not so with My Tax Help MD. From the first day I contacted them, there has been forward motion. I am happy with my current results and with the ongoing support I receive from My Tax Help MD.
Jayme
Oct 14, 2018
Tax Dr
Tax Dr. Dean Michaels I want to thank you for personally assisting my friend recently after I spoke with you on American Trucking Network. I appreciate your continued support of the ATN network and the work you do to educate and make the lives of us Drivers better. I know you went above and beyond in your service to my friend and I will recommend your services to all of my friends.
David Bunney
Oct 17, 2018
Good people...got me out of a jam with
Good people...got me out of a jam with the IRS. Very knowledgeable.
Thomas Shaw
Nov 7, 2018
It is a very competitive market for Tax
It is a very competitive market for Tax Help. I did a fair amount of research on the industry as there are some not so honest companies out there. This company provides timely professional information and closes the case. I really appreciated the support during what is a rather stressful situation. Yes I would recommend.
C. S.
Nov 9, 2018
Very helpful and constantly keeps in
Very helpful and constantly keeps in touch by calling or through emails.
Jennifer Johnson
Nov 21, 2018
There are too many good things to say
There are too many good things to say about Tax Help MD, than will fit in this box. I have been extraordinarily blessed to get to work with them over the past two years. They were the first company to be able to pull me out of the 7 year hole that I had been stuck in. They stopped all of the threatening letters and bank garnishments, and then went above and beyond to help me prepare for next tax season. Possibly more significant though, is the fact that they accomplished all of that while treating me with the utmost respect and compassion. From the president of the company (who is literally a superhero) all the way through his staff, someone was always available and eager to help. They are life-changers
Randy Dye
Nov 21, 2018
The people at tax help are absolutely
The people at tax help are absolutely the best. I owed the irs over 6. Figures and they solved my problem. Absolutely the best
Willie Campbell Jr
Nov 25, 2018
Hi William Campbell,Jr my experience
Hi William Campbell,Jr my experience with Tax Help MD. was very professional with the service to back it up. Dean Michael and Howard and the staff got my information and within a week and 2 days my payment was lower and better. Thanks for all the work that you all put in to make it happen. 678-499-0327 Willie Campbell.Jr
Willie Campbell Jr
Nov 27, 2018
My Best Decision To Call Tax Help MD.
My. experience. after making the call to Tax Help MD was a major step to getting my payments to IRS. lower and back on track. I talked with Howard. and Dean. Michael. the owner of the company. Professional experience. at the best.Thanks for your help all of the company staff. To anyone else. that needs. help with any tax problems call now
Denise Gibson
Dec 13, 2018
They help me with my tax returns and
They help me with my tax returns and got it all straightened out. Thank you
Wilbert Burney
Jan 17, 2019
Thanks for your service and support
Thanks for your service and support with my tax program. You are not just about money, but about helping people relieve the stress of the IRS. Again thank you
Vicki Tate
Feb 8, 2019
Truly sayisfied!
We got off to a bumpy start. However, TaxhelpMD worked diligently to help me and to make sure I understood how things worked and for my best interest.
Raymond Thompson
Feb 8, 2019
I have known Dean for many years from
I have known Dean for many years from the Steve Sommers ATN. He has helped many drivers and he has helped me twice. The first time he started me on a installment plan. And now he just got me information on my current situation and everything is going to be fine. I was worried about how much I still owe and if I was going to get back in trouble. But he showed me everything and said I don’t owe him for that. Now that should tell you what kind of person he is. Thanks Dean. I will recommend you to anyone needing tax help
SallyWalsh
Oct 29, 2015
Tax Help Md
I just want to say that I highly recommend this organization for your tax needs...they have well trained and pleasant people to work for them...they have been very helpful when I have needed help and just all around good experience with them...I have used their assistance for several years now.
SallyWalsh
Jun 10, 2019
Dean and Katia are good people and i
Dean and Katia are good people and i have been with them for a few yrs and plan on keeping with them for time to come if they are willing...so i would give them and My Tax Help MD a 5
Arthur Trester Jr
May 14, 2018
Dean and His Staff
Dean and his staff reviewed my taxes and a few days later Dean called me for a one on one consultation to discuss my options. He answered all my question's and put me at ease with my IRS problem's and how to best handle them....." I would recommend Dean and his company without hesitation"
Arthur Trester Jr
Jun 16, 2019
Dean and his staff are great
Dean and his staff are great !!! My Tax Help MD looked over my taxes and in a couple days was back in touch with me with my options. We discussed what Dean thought may be the best plan for me. Now let me back up a little, I had a company working on this for over 10 years with no solution and with in a week or two Dean had an agreement worked out for me in less than 18 months i was free of the tax debt.I would highly recommend (My Tax Help MD) for any one that has a tax issue large or small. Art T Cincinnati,Ohio
Ron & Kathy Levert
Jun 14, 2019
We were so happy to get the help we
We were so happy to get the help we needed to settle the litigation that we were in with the IRS! Dean and his staff did a great job and saved us thousands
Kevin Richardson
Jun 28, 2019
Tax MD actually does what they say they
Tax MD actually does what they say they will do with no pressure to sell you on there service.
Angela Williams
Sep 16, 2018
If you need help with tax problems
If you need help with tax problems, this is the company to call. They are very knowlegable and everyone I have worked with is a true gentleman and so helpful.
Angela Williams
Jul 2, 2019
Angie Williams
Having some financial problems, and they were quick to respond and with their assistance and counsel, hope to find those in a manageable situation . At a very low point in my life, their encouragement and advice, is giving me a better outlook. Thank you, Tax Help MD, Angie Williams
Randy Harris
Jul 2, 2019
Tax Help MD took the pain out of my tax
Tax Help MD took the pain out of my tax problems. They handled everything in a calm and professional manner with excellent follow up and communication. I feel so much better after getting this behind me.
William W.
Apr 18, 2021
Very easy to set up LLC
Very easy to set up LLC, step by step help is available for you. I would highly recommend Zen.
Diane K. (Aliquippa, PA).
Aug 15, 2019
DEAN MICHAEL AND TAX HELP MD ARE THE BEST YOU CAN FIND
I contacted Dean Michael in 2019, after hearing him on the Truckers Network Radio Station, 700 AM. I knew my sister in Virginia needed a lot of help concerning her Federal and State income taxes. She told me she had tried a tax help place before and they wanted to charge her every month while they worked on her problems. She was smart enough not to fall for this, thank goodness. After I spoke to Dean Michael I just knew these guys were honest. I am a retired law enforcement officer and have a good sense about people. I told them about my sister, and they did everything they told me they would do, per our agreement. They completed 7 years of tax returns for her, the years 2012 through 2018, and mailed them to her. Now we are waiting for her to return them to Dean so he could continue his work for her by filing the returns, Of course we are still waiting since my sister fails to do what she is supposed to do most of the time. That is why she is in the situation she is in. Dean Michael and his company fulfilled everything that they promised me they would do. I am so VERY VERY satisfied with them and would recommend them to anyone who has tax problems. They deserve 10 stars.
Theresa Quijas
Aug 14, 2019
So very helpful
So very helpful, did a great job resolving my tax issues. Would highly recommend, very caring staff. . Thank you so much
David Kostack
Aug 30, 2019
The guys at Tax Md let me sleep at
The guys at Tax Md let me sleep at night after my first consultation.They take the fear of the IRS out of you and put a peace of mind back in your life.I now get to sleep at night thanks to Dean.One hell of a guy loaded with knowledge of your situation.I can't say enough for the Tax Md crew.Yes I am aTransport Driver for the past 37 years but Dean can relate.Destination Excellence David Kostack
Andrew Davis
Sep 1, 2019
Outstanding Tax Expert
My sincere and deepest gratitude to Dean Michael, C.E.O. Tax Doctor,8409 N.Military,Suite 109,Palm Beach Gardens,FL 33410, for getting me out of a mess that I thought was impossible. On October 6, 2009, a horrible work accident left me almost completely disabled.I had past tax problems going back many years, The fact that I could never work left me worried and wondering how was I ever going to take care of myself due to these past tax problems; but due to Dean's hard work and expertise, he cleaned it all up for me. I am now getting Workman's Comp for the rest of my life,Social Security Disability, and a settlement worth over 3 million dollars which covers all my medical expense, and the IRS can't touch it - thanks to Dean! I Thank God every day that Dean got me through my tax problem mess and saved me over a million dollars.
Randy H
Sep 10, 2019
RUSSELL GREENMMAN AND TAX HELP MD TOOK CARE OF MY TAX ISSUES AND SET MY MIND AT EASE
Russell let me know from the beginning that Tax Help MD could resolve my tax issues. He worked with the IRS and myself and we have a working agreement to resolve the issue. Best organization I have ever worked with. Recommended.
Art
Sep 13, 2019
Economic Life Changer
Tax Help MD was able to void all IRS penalties and several years of back taxes providing I keep current with my taxes. They were extremely flexible with my deposit and monthly payments as long as I communicated my needs. I never felt shame or guilt in resolving my tax issues due to their experience and professionalism. They also helped me with my business structure and payroll moving forward. It takes a great deal of effort to solve tax issues, but as long as I did my part, Tax Help MD was there with solutions.
Michael McDonald
Sep 17, 2019
Russel and Dennis were very proactive
Russel and Dennis were very proactive and knowledgeable in helping resolve my tax/ IRS issues. I would highly recommend Russel and his company for any of your IRS needs. For the amount of work they performed they were very reasonably priced and worked a budget out where I could afford payments to accomplish my financial needs. Thanks for being professional, knowledgeable, and kind during a very stressful time!
Frank Jimmar
Sep 23, 2019
I heard of Tax Help MD through a radio
I heard of Tax Help MD through a radio talk show that they occasionally do a live segment on. I'm looking to start my own business and needed help with figuring out what I may owe to the I.R.S. as a result of having not filed my taxes for a few years, and my agent Russell did exactly what they claim to do in there ads, they put my mind at ease. He was quick in his response time and straight to the point with what I needed to do. Now I'm looking forward to his help with getting my company established with the I.R.S. at the end of the year.
Ben Ferguson
Sep 25, 2019
Tax Help
Professional, quick, thorough you could not ask for better assistance with your tax consultations.
Ray Sima
Dec 10, 2019
The team at Tax Help truly did help me
The team at Tax Help truly did help me. Russell's crew and especially Russell talked me off a ledge when I was desperate for guidance.
Esther Rivera
Jan 8, 2020
Let me begin with my irresponsibility
Let me begin with my irresponsibility (hot mess) receiving numerous letters of actions on property liens and other possibilities. With Tax Help MD letter it was not menacing. Once I spoke to Russel not only was he totally honest with me, he was re-assuring and he got the ball rolling. All I had to do is tell him yes or no. Thank you Tax Help MD and thank you Russel for answering the phone when I first called you never kept me waiting even called while you were on vacation to re-assure me.
Ted Darden
Jan 11, 2020
As most folks with a problem with the
As most folks with a problem with the IRS I was very concerned, I called Tax Help MD and they took it from there. They took my information and deciphered my problems. Russell is the gentleman I worked with. He was knowledgeable and put my concerns to rest. He and the staff there are very professional and quickly worked out my problems. I am pleased to recommend Tax Help MD to anyone that needs tax help.
Bob Rice
Jan 30, 2020
Fantastic service
Fantastic service. Russ led the team killing our debt and making it a smooth and easy process
Chris Bingamon
Mar 21, 2020
Always goes out of their way to get the
Always goes out of their way to get the job done
Dwayne
Apr 7, 2020
They are very helpful and provide a
They are very helpful and provide a clear path to move forward. They also communicate very well throughout the process and always respond to calls/emails.
Paul Jodarski
Apr 14, 2020
Dean did what he said he would do
Dean did what he said he would do
A. Tafoya
Apr 30, 2020
Very professional
Very professional. Worked out a plan with the IRS for past due taxes. Took the frustration and anxiety from me and dropped the total owed. Thanks
J Wilson
Aug 19, 2020
10 stars if I could
Tax Help MD was recommended by my brother as they were able to help him with past tax issues. I was skeptical at first as I've had bad experiences with other companies in the past. I can't express enough the positive experience I've had with Tax Help MD. They walked me through the step by step process and their approach to how they could help with my tax issues. They were up front about their pricing and worked with me by setting me up on a payment plan as to not have to come out of pocket all up front. Without giving out personal details I had extensive outstanding issues with my past taxes, and within a couple of months they have all been resolved. I'm now current with my past taxes and no longer have to worry about the IRS. If i could give them 10 stars i would. Russell and Tony are amazing to work with and can help you too. Thanks again!!
Michael Higgins
Sep 3, 2020
Great service and people
Dean, Russell and Hope have been great to work with over the past five years. They are upfront, honest, prompt and knowledgeable. I was with a national chain and was not getting my monies worth. Dean was actually on a truckers radio show at 2am live when I first heard of Tax Help MD. I have been more than pleased with everything about them since I switched over.
Tammy Clovis
Sep 21, 2020
They are absolutely amazing
They are absolutely amazing! Fully present, knowledge and personable. We have already referred them to professional truck drivers.
Douglas Jensen
Jul 1, 2021
Best of the Best
I was truly impressed by everyone at Tax Help MD. They quoted a price for the work that needed to be done. I was only charged for what they quoted. I worked with Gary, and he took time to explain everything that they were doing and how my case was progressing with the IRS and the state.
Roger & Kellie Starr
Jul 3, 2021
My husband and I have gone through Tax
My husband and I have gone through Tax Help MD twice now to help us with our tax problems, both times we have been very satisfied with the service that they provide. They have always been friendly and understanding to our needs, we highly recommend Tax Help MD to resolve all your tax problems, they have been a life saver for us.
Bob
Dec 11, 2021
Why I Needed Tax Help MD
Hello my name is Bob I live in Florida I want to share with you why I selected Tax Help MD. Each year I filed my income tax I owed the IRS.I had other bills to pay plus alimony payments that came out of my pay check I was already in the hole. I called the IRS to get on their payment program the rules were simple you miss a payment you are off the plan. Things were slow at my job my hours were cut in turn could not make the payment I was off the IRS payment plan. I was getting notices after notices they threaten to garnish my salary, take money from my bank account, and even take my car. I was way over by head I could not fight the IRS on my own.
Richard
Feb 2, 2023
Richard is an excellent Enrolled Agent
Richard is an excellent Enrolled Agent. Richard also has a Master's degree in Taxation. Since 2018, he has been working at a big CPA firm in West Palm Beach.
Roman Harry
Feb 15, 2023
Awesome and friendly staff helped me to
Awesome and friendly staff helped me to buy jackets and hoodies for me and they also helped me choose best sizings. Would be appreciated for their friendly customer service
Roman Harry
Feb 16, 2023
I recently had a lien placed on my
I recently had a lien placed on my property and was in desperate need of help. I found Tax Help MD online and decided to give them a shot. They were extremely helpful, professional, and knowledgeable in the whole process. They answered all my questions promptly and provided me with the best advice possible. I'm so glad I chose them for my lien relief needs!