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Lea D. Uradu, JD
Lea Uradu, JD is a Maryland-based tax law professional and legal consultant. She earned her J.D. from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law and undergraduate degrees from Morgan State University, summa cum laude. Lea founded L.A.W. Tax Resolution Services, LLC in Baltimore and has served as a tax law researcher, tax change analyst, and expatriate tax advisor. In 2020, she was recognized as both a Face of Baltimore and a World Trade Center Institute (WTCI) Fellow.
How 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, JDIRS Tax Debt Help Tool Explained: How It Works in 2026
Instant Answer: The IRS Tax Debt Help tool is a free online resource that helps individuals and businesses explore possible...
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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, JDAvoid These 5 Common Tax Filing Mistakes Before You Submit Your Return
Tax season has a way of making even organized people second-guess themselves. You gather the forms, open your tax software,...
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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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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDIs Alimony Taxable? Understanding the Financial Implications for You
Let’s be real—one of the first questions that pops up during a divorce is, Is alimony taxable? It’s a smart...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDWhen Can You File Taxes? Essential Dates for the 2026 Tax Season
Tax season can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re a freelancer, a small business owner, a...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDNavigating the Maze: A Freelancer's Guide to Tax Planning
Ah, the joys of freelancing: the freedom to set your hours, choose your clients, and work from the comfort of...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDNavigating Through Taxation as a Digital Nomad
Taking Off Welcome to the vibrant world of digital nomads, where adventure meets the 9-to-5. Imagine swapping your office cubicle...
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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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