tax returns

IRS says tax preparer filed fraudulent returns in North Dakota, several states

FARGO (KVRR) – The Internal Revenue Service is investigating a tax preparer from Houston, Texas in connection with allegedly filing fraudulent tax returns for clients in at least 15 states, most of them in North Dakota. A newly unsealed search warrant affidavit in U.S. District Court in Fargo identifies the man as Casper Akoto. The affidavit says Akoto is under…

Breaking down tax return concerns as tax season approaches

With the implications of the pandemic, refunds could be affected.

WEST FARGO, N.D. — As tax season approaches, a local business helps break down what this year’s returns may look like. The biggest concern may be how to go about filing a 2020 tax return. There are implications due the pandemic, such as people losing their jobs, receiving stimulus checks or even applying for unemployment. Many people want to know…

Financial Experts Help Area Taxpayers Get Ready for Tax Day

The deadline for filing 2017 tax returns in April 17

FARGO, N.D. — Tax Day is April 17, and W–2s will be arriving in the mail soon, and there are some things to consider before you send in your tax return. The deadline to file returns is three months away.  Many filers choose to have their taxes done by a professional. While this can save taxpayers the time of filing…