Get legal assistance with your tax filing in Ohio

April 08, 2014

Get legal assistance with your tax filing in Ohio

Article provided by Terrence A. Grady & Associates Co., L.P.A.
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Spring is officially here. As an Ohio resident, you want to be thinking about the sunshine and birds chirping; however, at this time of year, you must overlook the warm weather and consider your tax obligations. April 2014 is almost here, which means it is getting closer and closer to the tax due date.

Before you get carried away with number crunching and deductions on your own, here is an interesting fact: Ohio taxes are a bit higher than the national average. As a result, this year, it may help to have a money-saving tax lawyer by your side. An experienced professional can minimize any financial damage and help ensure that the Internal Revenue Service does not come after you as a result of careless filing.

WalletHub examined eight different types of taxes, state and local income taxes, real estate taxes, vehicle taxes and more. According to WalletHub, Ohio residents pay approximately $7,600 in annual taxes. This makes the Buckeye State number 32. In other words, the taxes in the state are almost 10 percent greater than the U.S. average, which sits at $7,000 even.

While this may be unwelcomed news, it is imperative to accurately file your taxes -- even if they are a bit higher. It is hard to watch your money disappear; however, the state and federal government do not overlook the details when it comes to tax liability. If you fail to file or make a mistake, you could be facing serious charges.

Some of the most common tax investigations concern the following issues:
-Failure to file or non-disclosed income
-Filing fraudulent returns
-Tax evasion
-Illegal business expenses
-International tax-related investigations
-Nonpayment of payroll tax
-Fraudulent conveyance

If you would like to avoid problems, it is best to have a professional guide you through your tax liabilities. Do not attempt to do the calculations alone, as the law is constantly changing.

The good news is that a majority of tax investigations do not rise to the criminal level. To help avoid issues, work with a trained expert. Also, if you happen to make a mistake and you end up under the microscope, it is never too late to retain assistance from an attorney. Unlike other general tax specialists, attorneys are officially in the law and hold legal licenses. To learn more about the intricacies of your tax status, speak to a professional.