More partnerships, S-corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs) and trusts can expect to face scrutiny from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in 2025. The same is true for individuals who own these pass-through entities. The IRS recently announced the formation of a new pass-through field operations unit that will be “increase[ing] audit rates” in this area, with a specific focus on high-income taxpayer noncompliance. Learn more from Washington D.C. tax attorney Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group.

U.S. taxpayers who hold offshore bank accounts must report these accounts to the federal government annually. While reporting thresholds apply, most taxpayers’ offshore bank accounts will easily exceed these thresholds—meaning that they must file timely and accurate reports in order to avoid penalties from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). For those who have failed to comply in the past, coming into compliance is essential, as is making sure they meet their reporting obligations in 2025. Learn more from Washington D.C. international tax attorney Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group.

Proactively disclosing violations of the Internal Revenue Code (and other federal tax laws) to the IRS provides an opportunity for U.S. taxpayers to resolve their tax controversies without facing an audit or investigation. But, while IRS disclosures can be extremely beneficial, they can also be extremely risky. As a result, informed decision-making is required, and making informed decisions starts with engaging an experienced Washington D.C. tax attorney who can guide you forward.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has collected $1.3 billion in delinquent taxes from high-income and high-net-worth taxpayers over the past 12 months. These recoveries are the result of two ongoing initiatives specifically focused on high-income and high-net-worth taxpayer compliance. If you fall into one (or both) of these categories, keep reading to learn more from Washington D.C. tax lawyer Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group.