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2025 Taxes for DuPage Business Owners Who Owe the IRS
Key TakeawaysResolving old tax issues depends on how you handle your 2025 taxes Filing your 2025 return on time matters even if you can’t pay...
Tax Liens and Bankruptcy: Can Federal Taxes Be Discharged in Bankruptcy If a Tax Lien Survives?
Many people are surprised to learn that bankruptcy can sometimes wipe out federal income taxes — but not always. One of the most common points of...
What Happens After DuPage Taxpayers Appeal IRS Decisions?
Key TakeawaysThe IRS has launched an IRS Post-Appeals Mediation (PAM) pilot program for certain unresolved Appeals cases. PAM allows a...
FAQ: IRS Debt & Bankruptcy in the 7th Circuit
Can federal income taxes be discharged in bankruptcy in the 7th Circuit? Yes, but only if strict timing rules are met. In the 7th Circuit (including...
Student Loans & Bankruptcy FAQs: Can Student Loans be Discharged in Bankruptcy?
Q1. Can student loans be discharged in bankruptcy? While student loans are still harder to discharge than credit cards or medical bills, there is...
Illinois Bankruptcy Exemptions: Is Bankruptcy More Accessible For DuPage Taxpayers?
Changes in Illinois law have increased the Illinois bankruptcy exemptions for 2026. Why is this good News? It is good news because the higher...
Bankruptcy Misconceptions
There are a lot of common bankruptcy misconceptions out there. Fears caused by these bankruptcy myths discourage consumers from filing for...
Streamlined Installment Agreement: A Tax Debt Repayment Option for DuPage Owers
Key Takeaways The Streamlined Installment Agreement (SIA) is an ideal option for paying back taxes to the IRS… IF you owe $50,000 or...
IRS Audit Representation: When Your DuPage Tax Pro Shines
Key TakeawaysThe way you communicate with the IRS can shape the entire outcome of your audit. Filing a Power of Attorney form allows your...