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The IRS has introduced standardized paperwork for rolling money between a 401k and an IRA, a process that has long been ...
09/05/2026

The IRS has introduced standardized paperwork for rolling money between a 401k and an IRA, a process that has long been prone to costly mistakes if handled incorrectly.

Notice 2026-49 lays out new standard rollover forms plan administrators and IRA custodians can use when you move retirement funds. Missing the 60-day rollover window, or having a check made out incorrectly, can trigger unexpected taxes and penalties on what should have been a tax-free transfer. Anyone moving money between a 401k and an IRA should confirm which form their plan now uses before initiating a transfer.

It is not yet clear whether all plan administrators will adopt the new forms on the same timeline, so ask your plan or custodian directly before you move funds.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/irs-notice-2026-49-rollover-standardized-forms-401k-ira/

Do You Qualify for Tax Relief?Owing the IRS is stressful, especially when you’re not sure what your options actually are...
09/05/2026

Do You Qualify for Tax Relief?

Owing the IRS is stressful, especially when you’re not sure what your options actually are.
If you owe back taxes, have unfiled tax returns, or are facing IRS collection letters, wage garnishment, or a bank levy, you may qualify for an IRS tax relief program.

Every situation is different, so the first step is figuring out which signs apply to you.

Swipe through to see the top signs you could qualify.

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What Happens After You Call Us?Calling a tax relief company can feel like a leap of faith when you don’t know what happe...
09/05/2026

What Happens After You Call Us?

Calling a tax relief company can feel like a leap of faith when you don’t know what happens next.

Here’s exactly what to expect from Clear Start Tax Relief: a free consultation to review your situation, an IRS investigation to pull your transcripts and build your plan, and a resolution phase where we present your case and work toward getting you back into compliance.

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Why Clear Start Tax?Choosing a tax relief company is a big decision, and it’s worthknowing who you’re trusting with it.C...
09/05/2026

Why Clear Start Tax?

Choosing a tax relief company is a big decision, and it’s worth
knowing who you’re trusting with it.

Clear Start Tax Relief is rated 4.9 stars across more than 8,200 Google reviews, BBB accredited, and has helped clients nationwide resolve significant IRS back tax debt. Swipe through to see the credentials and results behind the name.

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The IRS has resumed automated collection notices as of June 8, 2026, meaning taxpayers with unpaid balances will start s...
09/04/2026

The IRS has resumed automated collection notices as of June 8, 2026, meaning taxpayers with unpaid balances will start seeing letters arrive on a faster, more predictable schedule than during the recent pause. If you owe back taxes, this restart directly affects how quickly your case can move toward enforced collection.

The notice sequence typically starts with a balance due letter (CP14), followed by escalating notices such as the CP501, CP503, and CP504, each with its own response window before the IRS can move toward a Final Notice of Intent to Levy. Once that final notice is issued, taxpayers generally have 30 days to respond before the IRS can pursue wage garnishment or bank levies.

What remains unclear is how quickly the IRS will work through its notice backlog and whether processing times will vary by region or case type. Taxpayers who receive any notice should read the deadline carefully and explore resolution options before the timeline runs out.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/irs-automated-notices-resumption-collections-2026/

The IRS has made a permanent change that could affect how small business owners handle payroll taxes going forward. If y...
09/03/2026

The IRS has made a permanent change that could affect how small business owners handle payroll taxes going forward. If you offer paid family leave to employees, this update may directly impact your bottom line and your tax filings.

IRS Notice 2026-28 makes the Section 45S paid family and medical leave credit permanent and introduces a new premium payment method starting in 2026, giving employers another way to qualify. The credit applies to eligible wages paid to qualifying employees, and businesses that purchase paid leave insurance may now be able to calculate their credit based on premiums paid rather than wages alone.

What is still unclear is how the IRS will handle transition rules for employers who already claimed the credit under the old method, and whether additional guidance on documentation requirements is coming before the 2026 filing season. Business owners should watch for follow-up guidance and consult a tax professional about how this affects their specific payroll setup.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/employer-paid-family-medical-leave-credit-guidance-2026/

The IRS has released new guidance on the Saver's Match, a federal benefit set to replace the Saver's Credit starting in ...
09/02/2026

The IRS has released new guidance on the Saver's Match, a federal benefit set to replace the Saver's Credit starting in 2027. If you're saving for retirement while also trying to stay current with the IRS, this change could affect your overall financial picture.

Notice 2026-48 outlines a 50% match on retirement contributions up to $2,000 per year, meaning eligible savers could see up to $1,000 added to their retirement account. The match is aimed at low and moderate income workers who contribute to an IRA or employer plan, and it will be deposited directly rather than claimed as a tax credit.

It is still unclear how the match will interact with taxpayers who have outstanding federal tax debt or unfiled returns. If back taxes are part of your situation, it is worth understanding your standing with the IRS before 2027 arrives, since unresolved debt could complicate how these benefits apply to you.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/savers-match-program-rules-2027-notice-2026-48/

The IRS has expanded its Business Tax Account platform, giving business owners more ways to manage what they owe directl...
09/01/2026

The IRS has expanded its Business Tax Account platform, giving business owners more ways to manage what they owe directly online. If your business is behind on taxes, this could change how you track and respond to IRS notices.

As of August 2026, the updated Business Tax Account lets eligible business owners view notices digitally instead of waiting on mail, make payments toward an Offer in Compromise, and manage installment agreement details through the online portal. Access depends on your business structure and account status with the IRS.

It is still unclear how quickly older notices will be migrated into the digital system, or whether all business types will have full access right away. If your business owes back taxes, it may be worth checking your account status and understanding what payment options could apply to your situation.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/irs-business-tax-account-expanded-features-2026/

The IRS has shut down its conservation easement settlement program, a route many investors used to resolve disputes over...
08/31/2026

The IRS has shut down its conservation easement settlement program, a route many investors used to resolve disputes over these deductions without going to court. In its place, the agency has stood up a new Office of Conservation Easements dedicated to enforcement, signaling a tougher stance on these transactions going forward.

The settlement program officially ended August 19, 2026. Investors who took charitable deductions tied to conservation easements and haven't yet resolved an audit or notice may now face standard IRS examination and appeals procedures instead of the streamlined settlement terms previously offered. Those with open cases or unfiled responses should review their status closely.

What remains unclear is how the new office will prioritize cases and whether transition relief will apply to those already mid-negotiation. Investors with pending easement issues may want to understand where they stand before enforcement activity ramps up.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/irs-conservation-easement-settlement-program-ended-enforcement-office/

The IRS has confirmed that interest on unpaid individual tax balances will stay at 7% for the fourth quarter of 2026. Th...
08/30/2026

The IRS has confirmed that interest on unpaid individual tax balances will stay at 7% for the fourth quarter of 2026. That may sound like it changes little, but this rate compounds daily, so a balance that sits unresolved keeps growing quietly in the background, adding to whatever penalties already apply.

Per IR-2026-98, the 7% rate applies to individual underpayments starting October 1, 2026. It's set quarterly based on the federal short-term rate plus 3 points, and it stacks on top of separate failure to file and failure to pay penalties, which can add several percentage points a month. The longer a balance goes unaddressed, the more the total owed can climb, even without new penalties being assessed.

What is still unclear is how long the IRS will hold rates steady before the next adjustment, and how that timing interacts with any payment plan or resolution you may be considering. Anyone carrying a balance should know their current payoff total and how it is trending, since taxpayers in this position could be eligible for different resolution options depending on their circumstances.

Read more: https://clearstarttax.com/irs-interest-rates-unchanged-q4-2026/

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