Mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 28th, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM for an essential webinar designed to help your business navigate the complexities of both federal IRS and Maryland state tax compliance.
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present "Navigating IRS & Maryland Tax Compliance," led by Tax Attorneys Candice Miller and Audre Sylvester of Azarvand Tax Law. This informative session is specifically tailored for business owners and their bookkeepers and/or accountants.
During the webinar, Candice and Audre will delve into crucial topics, including:
During the webinar, Candice and Audre will delve into crucial topics, including:
I. Federal Tax Compliance & Updates: Gain insights into crucial federal tax matters, including:
- - Proposed Trump Tax Code Changes: Understand potential impacts on your business.
- - Navigating Employee Retention Credit Developments and Audit Preparation: Get the latest updates and prepare for potential scrutiny.
- - Preparing for Maryland Sales & Use Tax Audits: Understand the process and how to best prepare for state-level sales tax audits.
- - The Critical Implications of Worker Misclassification: Learn the crucial distinctions between Independent Contractors and Employees at both federal and state levels.
- - Collection Statutes of Limitations: Understand the non-aligning IRS and Maryland timelines for collecting tax debts.
II. Resolving Federal & Maryland Tax Liabilities: Explore options for addressing outstanding tax obligations with both the IRS and the state of Maryland, including:
- - Offer in Compromise: Learn about settling tax debt for a lower amount.
- - Installment Agreements: Understand payment plan options.
- - Currently Not Collectible Status (Federal & Maryland): Explore temporary relief from collection actions.
- - Penalty Abatement (Federal & Maryland): Discover opportunities to reduce penalties.
III. Understanding Federal & Maryland Enforcement Actions: Be prepared by understanding potential enforcement actions at both federal and state levels:
- - Federal Tax Liens: Learn about the IRS's claim against your property.
- - Levy of Assets (Federal & Maryland): Understand the seizure of your assets to satisfy tax debt.
- - Wage/Payment Garnishment (Federal & Maryland): Know how the IRS and Maryland can collect from your income or payments owed to you.
- - Federal Revocation/Suspension of U.S. Passport: Understand this serious federal consequence of tax debt.
- - Maryland Hold Placement on Drivers License, Vehicle Registration(s), and/or Professional License(s): Learn about potential state-level actions for tax non-compliance.
- - Collection Statute of Limitations (Federal IRS vs. Maryland State): Understand the differing timelines for federal and state tax collection.
Now, the "Preparing for Maryland Sales & Use Tax
From 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM, Candice and Audre will address pre-submitted questions and answer live questions if time permits. To ensure your questions are addressed, please email them to info@azarvandtaxlaw.com no later than 24 hours prior to the webinar.
Don't miss this valuable opportunity to gain clarity on both federal and Maryland state tax matters and ensure your business remains compliant on both fronts.

Date and Time
Wednesday May 28, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
Location
Webinar
Fees/Admission
FREE to Attend
Contact Information
Nick Sharps
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