A few of the most common errors are: Incorrect or missing social security numbers. Incorrect tax entered based on taxable income and filing status. Computation errors in figuring the taxable income, withholding and estimated tax…
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Here is a tip from the IRS… Buenos Dias! Did you know that the I-R-S has tax forms, publications and information available in Spanish? It’s amazing just how many resources are available in Spanish now….
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