Filed on Extension? Your Form 2210 Safe Harbor May Still Protect You

Steve Perry

Published on: 08/10/2026

Filing late didn't make your Form 2210 penalty worse. The safe harbors still apply, but the reductions only work if you claim them. Here's what to check before October 15.

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Form 9465 or the Online Payment Agreement for an October Balance Due

Steve Perry

Published on: 07/10/2026

An installment request is a resolution decision. Steve Perry, EA explains what Form 9465 and the IRS online tool do not evaluate for an October balance due.

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IRS 2026 Enforcement Playbook: What Small Businesses Should Expect Before Year End

Steve Perry

Published on: 06/10/2026

The IRS is shifting small business enforcement toward automated matching, analytics, and collection notices. Learn what to expect before year end and why waiting narrows options.

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Missing a K-1 or 1099 on October 14: How to File a Complete Return Anyway

Steve Perry

Published on: 01/10/2026

Missing a K-1 or 1099 before the extended deadline? Learn how to reconstruct the amount, file a complete return, handle IRS matching notices, and correct the figure without losing options.

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