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Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96452 Source: Internal Revenue Service Answers to frequently asked questions regarding the Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number. This information is for taxpayers who need a taxpayer identification number for a child who has been placed in their home pending final adoption. full description	What is an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number? Who needs an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number? Why do I need an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number? Can I get an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number if I am adopting a child from a foreign country? What form do I use to apply for an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number? What do I need to complete the Form W-7A? What is the placement documentation needed for the W-7A? Should I send in my original placement documentation with the Form W-7A? How long is an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number valid? Why does the Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number expire after two years? What do I do if my Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number expires before the adoption is finalized? When should I apply for an Adoption Identification Number? How long does it take to get an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number? Can I use an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit?
IRS Collection Process http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p594.pdf Source: Internal Revenue Service Publication explaining the steps the IRS may take to collect overdue taxes. Includes a summary of a taxpayer's rights and responsibilities in the collection process. full description	What can I do if I owe taxes to the IRS but I am not able to pay? What is an Offer in Compromise? Can I set up a payment plan to pay the taxes I owe to the IRS? What is a lien? How do I get a lien taken off my property? What is a levy? How do I get a levy taken off my wages? What can I do if I disagree with the IRS? What is Fast Track Mediation? What is a Collection Due Process hearing? What is the Taxpayer Advocate service?
Appeal Rights http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=97125 Source: Internal Revenue Service Overview of the various processes that can be used to appeal IRS tax decisions. Gives information about your rights as a taxpayer, your appeal rights, and how to prepare a protest. full description	What rights do taxpayers have to appeal IRS tax decisions? How can I appeal an IRS tax decision that I don't agree with? What is an IRS appeals conference? How do I arrange for an IRS appeals conference? What happens if I don't reach an agreement with the IRS during an appeals conference? Do I need to file a written protest to receive an IRS appeals conference? Do I need to file a small case request to get an IRS appeals conference? Can I be represented by an attorney in an IRS appeals conference? Can I appeal an IRS tax decision in court? Will I have to pay courts costs if I choose to appeal an IRS tax decision in court?
Where's My Refund http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96596 Source: Internal Revenue Service Link to a secure Web site to find out if the IRS received your return and whether your refund was processed and sent to you. full description	Where is my refund? How do I find out if the IRS has received my return and mailed me my refund?
Who Should File http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96623 Source: Internal Revenue Service General information on who should file a federal income tax return even if they are not required to do so. full description	Should I file a federal income tax return? Why should I file a federal income tax return if I don't have to?