Looking to finish 2025 strong and stay on track for 2026? CEO David King and Chief Tax Officer & Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang share essential end-of-year tax tips, including how to manage estimated payments, keep accurate records, avoid penalties, and navigate […]
IRS Collections Full Force After Government Shutdown: What Taxpayers Need to Know | Optima Tax Relief
Curious how the end of the government shutdown affects your tax situation? CEO David King and Chief Tax Officer & Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang break down which IRS services are back online, what the extended e-filing season means for taxpayers who […]
File Now or File Later? How to Choose the Right Tax Filing Strategy | Optima Tax Relief
Not sure whether to file your tax returns now or wait? CEO David King and Chief Tax Officer & Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang discuss how timing your filing can impact your situation, when it’s better to renegotiate a payment plan, and […]
Choosing the Right IRS Payment Plan: Full Payment, CNC, or Installments | Optima Tax Relief
Wondering whether it’s better to pay your taxes in full or set up a payment plan? CEO David King and Chief Tax Officer & Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang explain which repayment options you may qualify for, how penalties and interest impact […]
Two Big IRS Deadlines You Can’t Miss: Sept 15 & Oct 15 | Optima Tax Relief
Are you self-employed or earning income outside of a W-2? You may need to make estimated tax payments by September 15. And don’t forget about another important IRS deadline coming up: the October 15 extension deadline. Optima Tax Relief CEO David King […]
New IRS Scam Alert: Phony Notices with Dangerous Flash Drives | Optima Tax Relief
A new IRS scam is targeting taxpayers who owe. As the IRS moves away from paper checks, scammers are mailing notices with flash drives to trick you into giving up your sensitive information. CEO David King and Chief Tax Officer and Lead […]
Big Beautiful Bill: Overtime, Tips, and Social Security Tax Changes | Optima Tax Relief
Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill is now signed into law, bringing major changes to taxes on overtime, tips, Social Security, and more. CEO David King and Chief Tax Officer and Lead Attorney Philip Hwang explain what’s changing, when it kicks in, and what […]
IRS Tax Liens & Your Property: What You Need to Know Before It’s Too Late
Do you owe the IRS? If so, you could be at risk of a federal tax lien—a public claim on your property, assets, and financial future. CEO David King and Tax Attorney Philip Hwang break down what a lien means, how to […]
Owe the IRS? Expect More Collection Notices This Year
If you owe the IRS, you could be facing revenue officers, private debt collectors, or ACS (Automated Collection Services). CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney/Chief Tax Officer Philip Hwang break down what to expect from the IRS in 2025, what your […]
Did the IRS Take My Refund?
Still waiting on your tax refund? The IRS may have offset it. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang explain when the IRS can offset your refund, how to avoid it, and how to find out if your refund was […]