Richard Marmon-Halm, CPA, PC

Underreported income and math errors are key mistakes that can trigger an audit from the IRS. Having your taxes prepared by a professional can significantly reduce this risk.

Five Reasons Why the IRS Will Audit You The IRS is constantly looking for a reason to audit you. There are several red flags that can identify your tax return as one that needs additional attention. Knowing these indicators can help you avoid the unwanted scrutiny.

There's still time to lower your tax obligation. Here are five great ideas to consider.

Lower This Year's Tax Obligation - Action to take now! Now is a great time to assess your current tax situation and address any lingering tax questions that may improve your tax picture this year. Here are five things to consider.

The gift tax is one of the most misunderstood provisions in the tax code. Here is what you need to know.

Understanding the Gift Giving Tax - Excess gift giving could cause a tax surprise Presenting a gift to a grandchild does not normally have us thinking about the taxes. However, if not careful, the over-generous gift giver could end up with a surprise tax bill and a note from the IRS.

You can legally lower your taxes by shifting a certain amount of unearned income to your children. Here are some ideas to implement this strategy.

Leveraging Your Children's Lower Tax Rate - One of the best places for parents to look for tax savings The progressive nature of income tax rates offers taxpayers the incentive to transfer assets to lower earning taxpayers. Why not your children? Here are some tips.