Applying for benefits can trigger IRS scrutiny if past filings are missing Applying for Social Security or pension benefits can quietly awaken IRS scrutiny—especially if your filing history has gaps, mismatches, or foreign income that hasn’t been…
They don’t wear badges. They don’t knock on doors. But they know things—and they whisper. The IRS Whistleblower Program rewards insiders who report hidden income, offshore accounts, and tax evasion. These shadowy figures can trigger…
Retirement isn’t an exorcism—it’s an invitation. The moment you apply for Social Security or pension benefits, the IRS may rise from the crypt to review your past filings, foreign accounts, and compliance history. You’ve worked hard, paid your…
The IRS isn’t just crunching numbers—it’s watching patterns. Using artificial intelligence, it scans millions of tax filings and foreign bank reports to spot red flags that humans might miss. How It Works Why It’s Scary This isn’t manual review—it’s machine-driven, relentless, and fast. Once flagged, your…
The Ritual of Revelation Renewing your passport requires a Social Security number. That number is cross-checked with IRS records. If you owe over $62,000 in back taxes, the State Department may deny or revoke your passport….
This Halloween, the scariest ghost might not be in your attic—it could be the IRS watching your foreign bank account. If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad, you might think you’re out of reach. But thanks to FATCA, FBAR, and…