Tax & Bankruptcy Blog
The Atlanta tax and bankruptcy attorneys at Wiggam & Geer are dedicated to helping their Georgia clients (both individuals and businesses) solve their financial problems. Part of that commitment includes making sure our clients stay up to date with relevant news. Whether you’re faced with filing for bankruptcy or need help navigating problems with the IRS or a Georgia tax authority, we’re here to keep you informed with the Wiggam & Geer Tax & Bankruptcy Blog. If you need answers about your specific situation, contact us to schedule a case consultation in Atlanta and see how we can get the best resolution for you.
W&G COVID-19 Update
For assistance managing your tax needs during the coronavirus outbreak or any other time, don’t hesitate to contact the legal tax professionals at Wiggam and Geer. Please note that all of these programs are brand new and the rules, qualifications, and guidance are...
IRS Revenue Officers Now Making House Calls
If you’re a taxpayer or a business owner with a significant, unresolved tax issue – the IRS may be paying you a visit. These in-person meetings are part of a new IRS special compliance campaign focused on high-income taxpayers who...
IRS Cracks Down on Cryptocurrency Taxable Gains
If you own cryptocurrency, you should probably keep an eye on your mailbox. The Internal Revenue Service is cracking down on bitcoin and other cryptocurrency owners who may have improperly reported or didn’t file the necessary taxes on their digital assets last year....
Jason Wiggam and Will Geer Named to 2020 Super Lawyer Lists
Wiggam & Geer is excited to announce that Super Lawyers has named our founding partners, Jason Wiggam and Will Geer, to its list of Top Attorneys for 2020! Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters company, is an attorney rating service. Each year, through a patented...
Is There a Good Time to File for Bankruptcy?
There are many different reasons that a person might file for bankruptcy. They could be facing significant medical debt, mortgage debt, a failed business, or even credit card debt. If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, it is important to think about the timing....
IRS Cracking Down on Syndicated Conservation Easements
The IRS has launched a new campaign aimed at the investigation and penalization of those who participate in syndicated conservation easement transactions. Recently, IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig announced that the IRS would be heightening its focus on these...
Whistleblowers – Tax Relief and Health Care Act
For someone who observes criminal tax activity or knows of someone who has committed a tax crime, the Internal Revenue Service has a Whistleblower Office for reporting any violations of the federal tax law. The office may pay award money to those who “blow the...
5 Things To Know When You Owe The IRS
As 2019 is nearing an end, you may have taken a look at your annual income taxes – and realized there’s a problem. What do you do if you are not able to pay your income taxes this year? The tax attorneys at Wiggam & Geer are sharing five pieces of advice that you...
How Will the New Tax Brackets Affect Your 2019 Tax Return?
Each November, the Internal Revenue Service publishes a list of updated figures and inflation adjustments, scheduled to take effect at the beginning of the next year. Part of that is the federal income tax brackets. Congress establishes the tax brackets, and then the...
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We are a fast-growing tax and bankruptcy law firm located in Downtown Atlanta. We zealously advocate for our clients against the IRS and Georgia Department of Revenue while maintaining a reasonable work life balance. We value integrity and teamwork, and while we have...