Attorney Eric Green from the Connecticut Tax Boutique Law Firm Green & Sklarz LLC was asked to make comments on the record for the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) National Taxpayer Advocate in Washington, DC.  The Forum with Nina Olson, the National Taxpayer Advocate, was recorded, and the recording has been made public. You can watch Attorney Green's comments HEREDuring his comments Attorney Green commented on the issues he sees currently with the IRS, including its Offer-in-Compromise program, its implementation of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act  ("FAST Act"), which ridiculously has 25 pages that impact IRS Collection which Congress buried in the Act.  The Act now requires the IRS to use private debt collectors and to transfer over to the State Department those taxpa... 05/31/2016

It is not infrequent that companies that have cash-slow issues fall beind in their payroll tax payments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  In fact, it might be the number one reason why taxpayers who need help with the IRS end up coming to us.  Now for years, as we have helped taxpayers in New Haven, Connecticut and beyond with payroll tax liabilities.  Things appear to be changing in this area of IRS enforcement.In 1998 Congress changed the statute to require the IRS to provide a taxpayer an opportunity for a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing with an IRS Appeals Officer (referred to as "Settlement Officers") prior to proceeding to levy action.  In 2007 Congress amended the statute to allow the IRS to proceed directly to levy without notice if the taxpayer had already had a CDP ... 05/22/2016

We focus on tax related issues, including civil and criminal tax controversies in New Haven and across Connecticut and New York.  At the latest American Bar Association Tax Section Meeting Acting Assistant Attorney General Caroline Ciraolo confirmed that the Department of Justice Tax Division and IRS Criminal Investigation will continue their combined crackdown on businesses and business owners who fail to properly account for and pay-over payroll tax dollars.  The message was as strong as that delivered last November at the New England IRS Representation Conference at Foxwoods Hotel & Casino by Ciraolo.  You can watch my interview of Caroline Ciraolo here (the video at the bottom named “Eric Green’s Interview of Carline Ciraolo, Acting Assistant Attorney General for The Dept. of Justic... 05/07/2016

New Haven Homes for Sale Market Report January 2016 It is of vital importance to both New Haven home buyers and sellers in understanding the general direction of the current market conditions to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in New Haven.FEATURED DOWNLOAD – Download our Buyer Guide – Things to Consider When Buying a HomeFEATURED DOWNLOAD – Download our Seller Guide – Things to Consider When Selling Your HouseThe average sales price for New Haven CT housing pricees was $197,935 in January 2016 compared to $208,044 during December 2015 and $181,766 for January 2015.The median sales price for New Haven CT housing prices was $180000 in January 2016 compared to $151,250 during December 2015 and $145,000 for January 2015.Read the full report here---->>>I... 02/11/2016

 Walk To End Alzheimer's 2015.  If you have ever experienced what it is like to have a family member who has Alzheimer's or Dementia, you know what a major challenge Alzheimer's can be for not only the family member with it, but for all the members of the family as well.  Alzheimer's can change the lives a family dramatically, and the stress that it creates for everyone involved is beyond description.My wife and I have had to care for two family members who had Alzheimer's, and it was one of the toughest things both of us have ever had to deal with.  It is not just the level of care someone with Alzheimer's requires, it is also the emotional impact it has on those who are the care givers.  Alzheimer's is something you cannot prepare for.The Alzheimer's Association is the primary source ... 09/26/2015

  PULSE is a group of young business professional who are between the age of 21-40, and who are members of the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce.   The mission of PULSE is to bring these young professionals together through "social and professional networking events, educational seminars and community service projects".  One of PULSE's regular monthly efforts is to bring their young professionals together by holding a Greater New Haven Chamber PULSE Networking Happy Hour. This month's Greater New Haven Chamber PULSE Networking Happy Hour event will be held on the 6th Floor of 360 State Street this Thursday, August 13th. from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  Even though the purpose of the Greater New Haven Chamber PULSE Networking Happy Hour is to bring PULSE members together, visitors are we... 08/09/2015

 New Haven Back to School Supplies List   It's hard to believe that the start of another school year is just around the corner.  The major retailers have been gearing up stocking their shelves with all the items you need on your school supplies list.  To help you get ready for the 2015-2016 school year we've put together a list of suggested school supplies for students of every grade. To read more about information on sales going on in the New Haven area right now, grab a school calendar and uniform requirements........Click Here     Donna Bigda REALTOR®RE/MAX Alliance203-488-1641 ext. 214  Search Greater New Haven CT Homes For Sale  Get Your Free Home Value Report LIKE us on Facebook   //// 08/06/2015

 This is the time of the year local Chamber of Commerce's conduct their Business Expo's.  The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce will be holding one of the first Expo's this year, the Quinnipiac Chamber Small Business Technology Survival Expo on Thursday, August 13th. from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.This Expo is designed to equip business owners with ways to immediately improve their business.  Below is a list of what business owners can expect at the Quinnipiac Chamber Small Business Technology Survival Expo on Thursday, August 13th: Proven, Ready to use strategies to Secure Your Business An amazing Lineup of Speakers and Industry Experts Googles Recent Major Changes That Could Crush Millions of Small Businesses!  Live demonstrations of Cloud Technologies, IT Security Products and Other Busines... 08/03/2015

New Haven Green Concerts 2015 This summer Yale New Haven Hospital is sponsoring the New Haven Green Concerts 2015 (Music on the Green). This will be a 2-weekend event held the Historic New Haven Green. Saturday - July 18th - WAR - Funk Legends Saturday - July 25th - Tony, Toni Toné - R & B Icon Concerts begin at 7:30 There will be a variety of mini food truck vendors along Temple Street There is a $5.00 concert parking special in the Crown Street and Temple Street garages from 4:00 pm to 12 am Go to http://nhparkingcom/MusicontheGreen.aspx to print out your voucher. Grab a chair or a blanket, put on your dancing shoes and join in the fun and entertainment for the New Haven Green Concerts 2015 There is a lot of great music and entertainment taking place this summer throughout the Greater... 07/14/2015

University Towers Co-op for Sale 100 York St APT 14J, New Haven, CT 06511 This upper level co-op studio apartment overlooking the New Haven skyline is located at University Towers where you'll find city living at it's best.Located in between the blocks of Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale Medical School you're walking distance from shopping, restaurants, theaters, museums and the best of New Haven culture.Univesity Towers features include:24 Hour front desk securityProfessional on site management officeCompletely remodeled lobby, first and second floorTwo level secure parking garage (additional fee)Seasonal outdoor pool  100 York St APT 14J, New Haven, CT 06511-University Towers Co-op Overview Maps Photos Description Neighborhood $56,000 Condominium Main Features 1 Bedroom1 BathroomInter... 05/15/2015

 Greater New Haven Chamber PULSE Networking Happy Hour PULSE is a group of young business professional who are between the age of 21-40, and who are members of the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce.   The mission of PULSE is to bring these young professionals together through "social and professional networking events, educational seminars and community service projects".  One of PULSE's regular monthly efforts is to bring their young professionals together by holding a Greater New Haven Chamber PULSE Networking Happy Hour.  This month's Greater New Haven Chamber PULSE Networking Happy Hour event will be held at the Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) this Friday, April 24th. from 6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.  The Networking Happy Hour will then be followed by a performance by St... 04/20/2015

Click here for the 2016 New Haven Area Easter Egg Hunts It’s Easter Egg Hunt time!  The Easter Bunny will  be hopping around too making an appearance at a number of  Easter Egg Hunt festivities scheduled in the Greater New Haven area  for 2015.       Children have so much fun participating in these Easter Egg Hunts filling their baskets collecting colored Easter eggs and candy. Other activities that may be included for the children, their older siblings and parents are music, entertainment, games and food. Prizes are often awarded too to the winners in each age group of the children.             Here are the places in the Greater New Haven area where you can take your children to an Easter Egg Hunt. Branford Easter Egg HuntDate and Time: Saturday March 28, 2015 11:00am Where:  Foote Par... 03/14/2015

  Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade 2015 The Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade is the largest single-day spectator event held in the State of Connecticut.  Hundreds of thousands of people line the streets of New Haven to watch the parade.   The tradition of the Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade was born on March 17, 1842 when a mutual aid organization formed the previous year of about 90 members of the Hibernian Provident Society marched through the streets of New Haven behind a banner made just for the occasion.   The Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade since the mid 1950's has become one of the most significant Irish events in New England and is the 6th oldest parade in the nation.  In 1999 it's prominence was recognized by the Library of Congress and... 03/14/2015

Things To Do in New Haven-Movie Theaters   Whether you're directly in downtown New Haven or in the surrounding areas you'll find a great array of movie theaters to go to.  It doesn't matter if it's winter, spring, summer or fall,  the movie theater is always a popular place  if you're local or just happen to be visiting the area.     Nothing beats viewing the newest flicks on the mega screen while being surrounded by the delightful aroma of a fresh box of popcorn and a cold drink. A little trivia tidbit about theaters in New Haven.  One of the first movie theaters was the Roger Sherman Theater built in 1926 on the property of the Rialto move theater which was destroyed by a fire  years earlier in 1921.  It later became the Palace Theater in 1984 until that closed in 2002.  Construction ... 02/12/2015

  Dominic Wielk is the son of one of the young families at my church.  Actually they are more than just one of the young families, Dominic's mother April Wielk, is a young woman I have known since before she was Dominic's age.  April and Mike Wielk will be participating in the March Of Dimes March For Babies On April 26th In New Haven, CT in an effort to raise money, so more babies can receive the help and assistance like the Dominic has. Below is April's plea for help in raising the funds the Wielk family is hoping to raise for their pledge to the March of Dimes March for Babies.   "Every day, thousands of babies are born too soon, too small and often very sick. I'm walking in March for Babies because I want to do something about this. And I need your help. As most of you know Dominic... 02/08/2015

  The Greater New Haven & Quinnipiac Chambers Holiday Business After Hours will be this Wednesday, December 3rd, at the Shubert Theater, in New Haven.  I enjoy all the Business After Hours I can get to, but especially the Holiday ones, they just seem to have a little more cheer to them. Business After Hours are a great way to network and make new business connections.  If you attend the Greater New Haven & Quinnipiac Chambers Holiday Business After Hours bring lots of Business cards, because the Holiday Business After Hours is one of the better attended events of the year. Those who plan on attending the Greater New Haven & Quinnipiac Chambers Holiday Business After Hours should also bring an unwrapped toy which will be donated Toys-For-Tots to help area needy children to have a Merry ... 11/30/2014

  State elections are right around the corner, so it is time to be informed on where State Senators and Representatives representing Wallingford, and North Haven, CT stand on the issues.  So the Greater New Haven & Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce along with the Connecticut Business & Industry association, will host a Meet The Candidates at Ulbrich Steel in North Haven, CT on Tuesday, October 7th. from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The candidates will be sharing with those in attendance their vision for Connecticut and how they plan to make Connecticut one of the top competitive states in the country.  The Meet The Candidates Night will be followed by a tour of Ulbrich Steel facility on Defco Park Drive, in North Haven. The candidates who are expected to be in attendance are:     State Represen... 10/03/2014

  This month we have several opportunities to network with other professional.  The Quinnipiac Chamber Business After Work On August 20, 2014 aboard the Schooner Quinnipiack will be an extra special opportunity to not only network with other professionals, but also sail the Long Island Sound while enjoying a glass of champagne. I have been on short cruses on the Connecticut River, and Long Island Sound, but never one on a sail ship.  Space is limited how ever so make sure you register quickly by e-mailing Brittany Bishop at brittany@quinncham.com  or calling her at (203) 269-9891 to assure yourself a spot. The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce does a great job with all their Business After Work Events, and this Business After Work Event aboard the Schooner Quinnipiack will be extra specia... 08/17/2014

  RESCHEDULED BECAUSE OF WEATHER 2014 is a State Election Year, and the Quinnipiac, Meriden, And Cheshire Chambers Of Commerce Legislative Breakfast scheduled for this Friday, February 14th at the Villa Capri has be rescheduled because of Thursdays Storm.  The new date is the following Friday, February 21st at the Best Western Plus North Haven, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity to come and hear what the State Legislators have to say about business in Connecticut, and ask them questions as well.  It isn't often that we get an opportunity like this to get all State Legislators for three area towns in one location at a time.  Connecticut is facing challenging time with our housing market, as well as our economy as a whole.  At the Quinnipiac, Meriden, And Chesh... 02/12/2014

New Haven Houses for Sale and Sold Market Report December 2013   Real estate market data for New Haven CT provided by Donna Bigda of RE/MAX Alliance.   Understanding the general direction of the current New Haven Connecticut real estate market conditions is of vital importance to both buyers and sellers in order to help you make a more informed decision when buying or selling a home in New Haven. There are currently 149 houses for sale in New Haven ranging in price from $39,900 for a bank owned 3 bedroom Colonial to $1.150,000 for a 14 room, 6 bedroom Colonial in neighborhood of East Rock. In the month of December 2013 there were 26 homes that closed which is an increase of 1 home as there were 25 homes that closed in December 2012. The average sales prices of the New Haven homes sold i... 01/29/2014