CPA, CFP CTFA & Tax Content Specialist
Andrew Walsh, CPA, CFP®, CTFA
Andrew Walsh is a CPA, CFP®, and CTFA, and the owner and operator of Fountain City CPA, LLC, an accounting, financial planning, and advisory firm based in Columbus, Georgia. His work includes tax compliance, tax planning, financial planning, bookkeeping, payroll, and related advisory services.
At FileTax.com, Andrew contributes tax content that is accurate, clear, and useful for readers. His background in tax, accounting, and financial planning helps taxpayers better understand common filing questions, tax planning topics, and practical next steps.
How to Appeal an IRS Decision: What Taxpayers Should Know
Getting a letter from the IRS is rarely anyone's idea of a good time. It's worse when that letter says...
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Trump Accounts for Children: What Parents Should Know About the New Tax-Advantaged Account
If you're a parent trying to make smart moves for your child's future, you've probably heard about Trump Accounts. Despite...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDCharitable Donation Tax Deduction Rules for 2026
Charitable donations may be deductible when you give to a qualified organization and keep the records required by the IRS....
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JD2026 IRS Filing Season Report: What Taxpayers Should Know
The Internal Revenue Service processed most 2026 tax returns and issued most refunds without significant delays. But the experience was...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDIRS Red Flags That Could Trigger an Audit in 2026
Most individual federal income tax returns are processed without a full IRS audit. However, certain inconsistencies, reporting errors, or unusual...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDHow Long Before the IRS Takes Action? Key Timelines Explained
Instant Answer The IRS may begin taking action on unpaid taxes within weeks after a missed payment or filing deadline,...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDWhat Happens If You Don’t Pay Taxes? Penalties, IRS Actions, and What to Do Next
TL;DR: If you don’t pay taxes, the IRS can charge penalties and interest, send collection notices, file tax liens, and...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDTax Deadline Differences for Individuals, Businesses & Other Entities
For Tax Year 2025 (filed in 2026), most taxpayers must file by April 15, 2026. Partnerships and S Corps are...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDCan You Legally Refuse to Pay Taxes? What the Law Actually Says
Many people wonder whether they can legally refuse to pay taxes in the United States, especially after seeing misinformation online....
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