Did you pay IRS penalties or interest during the COVID-19 pandemic?

You might be entitled to a refund. In this episode of The Sweet Spot Tax Podcast™, Jovi Shari Brown, PhD, EA, explores the groundbreaking Kwong v. United States court decision, which ruled that the IRS improperly assessed penalties during the federal disaster period.

Listeners will discover the psychological barriers that prevent taxpayers from fighting back against the IRS, the critical importance of filing a "protective claim for refund," and why the July 10, 2026 deadline is the most important date on your financial calendar.

In This Episode:

• Breakdown of the Kwong v. United States court decision
• Why COVID-era IRS penalties and interest may have been illegal
• The psychology of "learned helplessness" when dealing with the IRS
• How to file a protective claim for refund (Form 843)
• The critical July 10, 2026 deadline you cannot miss
• Shifting from passive acceptance to proactive wealth defense

Resources
Georgia Peach Income Tax
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About The Sweet Spot Tax Podcast™

The Sweet Spot Tax Podcast™ explores tax strategy, financial clarity, business growth, IRS matters, and the psychology behind smarter financial decisions. Hosted by Jovi Shari Brown, PhD, EA, each episode transforms complex topics into practical insights that help listeners think more clearly, act more intentionally, and move with confidence.

Tax Strategy. Financial Clarity. Smarter Decisions.