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Tax Resolution: The Badran Way

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Unlock the secrets to navigating the complex world of tax issues with Tax Resolution: The Badran Way, hosted by Amro Badran, Founder of Badran Tax. As a reputable and trusted Enrolled Agent admitted to practice before the IRS, Amro brings over 40 years of unparalleled experience to the table, making him the ultimate tax expert. Every episode dives into the real-world challenges of tax problem resolution, sharing expert consultation and proven strategies that have saved clients thousands of dollars in tax debt nationwide. Amro’s mission is clear: to deliver excellent and accurate services and empower everyone - from individuals and corporations to fellow tax professionals - with the knowledge they need to face tax problems head-on. Tune in as he shares his decades of expertise, solving the most pressing issues in tax problem resolution, and proving that with Badran Tax, a Tax Problem is truly No Problem!

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June 8, 2026

IRS Fined Millions for Taxpayers to Claim Their Money Back Before the July 10 Deadline

In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amro Badran</a> sits down again with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nichols-ea-b1b515355/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Christopher Nichols</a>, Director of Tax Resolution at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/badrantax/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Badran Tax</a> and a retired IRS Revenue Officer and Appeals Settlement Officer, to explore the major tax court ruling that could impact millions of taxpayers who were charged IRS penalties and interest during the COVID-19 pandemic. They explain how a recent court decision challenged the IRS's authority to assess certain penalties during the national emergency period and what taxpayers can do now to protect their right to a possible refund.The discussion features tax professionals explaining the background of the Kwong Case, the IRS appeal process, and the steps individuals and business owners should take before the filing deadline. They provide practical guidance on reviewing IRS transcripts, identifying eligible penalties, and submitting a protective refund claim using Form 843.Expect to Learn:<ul><li>What the Kwong Case is and why it could affect taxpayers nationwide.</li><li>Which tax years may qualify for penalty and interest refunds.</li><li>How to check your IRS transcripts for eligible penalties.</li><li>The purpose of Form 843 and how to file a protective refund claim.</li><li>Why taxpayers must act before the July 10, 2026 deadline.</li></ul> Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:<ul><li>[00:00] – Teaser</li><li>[00:44] – Introduction: The Kwong case and its benefit for taxpayers</li><li>[02:21] – Protective refund claim must be filed by July 10, 2026</li><li>[04:28] – Look for FTF (failure to file), FTP (failure to pay), failure to deposit codes</li><li>[07:11] – IRS appealed; filing the claim preserves your rights regardless of appeal outcome</li><li>[08:09] – Applies to personal income, business, payroll, and special assessment returns</li><li>[08:39] – Summary: if you were charged penalty/interest for 2019‑2022, file a claim – it’s your money</li></ul> Follow Christopher Nichols:👉 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nichols-ea-b1b515355/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nichols-ea-b1b515355/</a>🔗 More from Tax Resolution: 👉 Website: <a href="https://badrantax.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://badrantax.com/</a> 👉 LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/</a> 👉 Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/badrantax/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/badrantax/</a> 👉 Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/badrantax</a> 👉 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@badrantax</a> Follow the Podcast: 👉 YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@badrantax</a> 👉 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tax-resolution-the-badran-way/id1858507497" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tax-resolution-the-badran-way/id1858507497</a> 👉 Spotify:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4Rz4nHO16Z0LJs5b9b60lb?si=aee5a07c81a74ae3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://open.spotify.com/show/4Rz4nHO16Z0LJs5b9b60lb?si=aee5a07c81a74ae3</a>

March 9, 2026

Owe money to the IRS? Look out for these letters in your mailbox!

In this episode of Tax Resolution, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amro Badran</a> sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nichols-ea-b1b515355/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Christopher Nichols</a>, Director of Tax Resolution at Badran Tax, to answer one of the most common tax season concerns: what happens if you file your tax return and owe money to the IRS but cannot pay. The conversation walks through the full IRS collection process, explaining each notice a taxpayer may receive and what actions can follow. From the first CP14 letter to the critical certified Letter 11 or 1058, this episode breaks down the timeline, the risks, and the rights taxpayers have before enforcement actions such as wage garnishments or bank levies begin.Christopher Nichols is a former IRS professional with over 20 years of experience as a Revenue Officer and four years as an Appeals Settlement Officer. With direct experience handling collections, levies, and appeals, he provides inside knowledge on how the IRS processes unpaid balances, how enforcement actions are triggered, and what legal rights taxpayers have during the collection process. His expertise offers practical guidance for anyone facing IRS debt. <h2>Expect to Learn</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet">The step by step IRS notice process, including CP14, CP501, CP503, and CP504</li><li data-list="bullet">Why certified Letter 11 or 1058 is the most important notice to respond to</li><li data-list="bullet">What Collection Due Process rights are and how they protect you</li><li data-list="bullet">What happens if you miss the 30 day deadline to file for a hearing</li><li data-list="bullet">Why penalties and interest can quickly increase your original tax balance</li></ol> <h2>Episode Breakdown with Timestamps</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet">[00:00] – Teaser</li><li data-list="bullet">[00:48] – Welcome & Introduction to IRS Final Notices Explained</li><li data-list="bullet">[03:14] – The Critical Letters: LT 11 and 1058 – Certified Mail and CDP Rights</li><li data-list="bullet">[07:47] – Missed the Deadline? The Equivalent Hearing and Lost Rights</li><li data-list="bullet">[11:15] – Offer in Compromise Under Appeals: A Second Chance</li><li data-list="bullet">[13:56] – The Cost of Delay: Penalties, Interest, and Growing Balances</li><li data-list="bullet">[14:58] – Closing Summary: Don't Ignore the Notices</li></ol> Follow Christopher Nichols:👉 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nichols-ea-b1b515355/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-nichols-ea-b1b515355/</a> 🔗 More from Tax Resolution: 👉 Website: <a href="https://badrantax.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://badrantax.com/</a> 👉 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/</a> 👉 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/badrantax/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/badrantax/</a> 👉 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/badrantax</a> 👉 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@badrantax</a> Follow the Podcast: 👉 YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@badrantax</a> 👉 Apple Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tax-resolution-the-badran-way/id1858507497" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tax-resolution-the-badran-way/id1858507497</a> 👉 Spotify:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4Rz4nHO16Z0LJs5b9b60lb?si=aee5a07c81a74ae3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://open.spotify.com/show/4Rz4nHO16Z0LJs5b9b60lb?si=aee5a07c81a74ae3</a>

February 23, 2026

1099 vs. W-2: The Tax Mistake Freelancers Make That Triggers IRS Trouble with Nelson

In this episode, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amro Bandan</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-drasner-35943ab8/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nelson Drasner</a>, Enrolled Agent, discuss the critical differences between 1099 and W-2 tax classifications. Many people mistakenly think they are 1099 employees when, in fact, they may be self-employed contractors. This episode clears up confusion and explains how these differences impact taxes, deductions, and overall tax strategy.Nelson is a tax expert with over 20 years of experience as an IRS revenue agent, specializing in auditing self-employed individuals, businesses, and tax returns. His expertise is crucial for understanding how the IRS handles self-employed individuals and the tax advantages and pitfalls of being a 1099 contractor versus a W-2 employee. <h2>Expect to Learn</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet">Key differences between a 1099 contractor and a W-2 employee</li><li data-list="bullet">Tax deductions available to self-employed individuals that W-2 employees cannot claim</li><li data-list="bullet">What expenses self-employed people can deduct, including home office and vehicle-related expenses</li><li data-list="bullet">The importance of paying estimated quarterly taxes when self-employed</li><li data-list="bullet">What happens if you misuse business expenses or make deductions incorrectly</li><li data-list="bullet">How employees and contractors handle tax payments differently</li></ol> <h2>Episode Breakdown with Timestamps</h2><ol><li data-list="bullet">[00:00] – Teaser</li><li data-list="bullet">[00:35] – Welcome & Introduction to Tax Resolution: The Badran Way</li><li data-list="bullet">[02:21] – W-2 Explained: Salary, Withholding, and Employer Taxes</li><li data-list="bullet">[06:35] – Vehicle Deductions: Ordinary, Necessary, and Not Excessive</li><li data-list="bullet">[09:32] – Uber/Lyft Drivers: Fuel, Repairs, and Customer Supplies</li><li data-list="bullet">[11:14] – Retirement Accounts for the Self-Employed: IRAs and Deductions</li><li data-list="bullet">[13:16] – Summary: Employee vs. Self-Employed – Key Takeaways</li></ol> Follow Nelson Drasner:👉 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-drasner-35943ab8/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelson-drasner-35943ab8/</a>👉 Company’s LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/badran-tax-consultants-corp/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/badran-tax-consultants-corp/</a> 🔗 More from Tax Resolution: 👉 Website: <a href="https://badrantax.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://badrantax.com/</a> 👉 LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/amro-badran/</a> 👉 Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/badrantax/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/badrantax/</a> 👉 Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/badrantax</a> 👉 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@badrantax</a> Follow the Podcast: 👉 YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@badrantax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@badrantax</a> 👉 Apple Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tax-resolution-the-badran-way/id1858507497" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tax-resolution-the-badran-way/id1858507497</a> 👉 Spotify:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4Rz4nHO16Z0LJs5b9b60lb?si=aee5a07c81a74ae3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://open.spotify.com/show/4Rz4nHO16Z0LJs5b9b60lb?si=aee5a07c81a74ae3</a>

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What is Tax Resolution: The Badran Way?: Unlock the secrets to navigating the complex world of tax issues with Tax Resolution: The Badran Way, hosted by Amro Badran, Founder of Badran Tax. As a reputable and trusted Enrolled Agent admitted to practice before the IRS, Amro brings over 40 years of unparalleled experience to the table, making him the ultimate tax expert.

Every episode dives into the real-world challenges of tax problem resolution, sharing expert consultation and proven strategies that have saved clients thousands of dollars in tax debt nationwide. Amro’s mission is clear: to deliver excellent and accurate services and empower everyone - from individuals and corporations to fellow tax professionals - with the knowledge they need to face tax problems head-on.

Tune in as he shares his decades of expertise, solving the most pressing issues in tax problem resolution, and proving that with Badran Tax, a Tax Problem is truly No Problem!
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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