by Dave Horwedel, EA This is a common situation in 2024. Many individuals and businesses took a hit on their income in 2024. Many got governmental assistance—federal unemployment compensation, Payroll Protection Program loans, Employee Retention Credit, and so on, during the Pandemic. Some taxpayers got a LOT of assistance. But now it is gone. Some […]
by Dave Horwedel, EA First, do not panic!! Yes, it can be upsetting to receive a notice from the IRS. But the first step is to take a deep breath and calmly read the notice or letter. The notice or letter states the reason it was sent, its purpose, and instructions on how to respond. […]
Hi. This is Dave Horwedel. I am an Enrolled Agent, EA, the highest federal tax credential, and the founder of Torchlight and Guard Dog Tax. I would like to introduce you to my firm. I apprenticed at another EA/CPA firm before starting my own practice in 2015 in Las Vegas. I started my firm working […]
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Hi. I’m Bruce Roth and my guest today is Dave Horwedel….