Your Go-To Guide for North Carolina Tax Questions
If you’re an individual or business in North Carolina, you deserve clear answers—not IRS form codes and government jargon. The North Carolina Tax Help Center from Polaris Tax & Accounting simplifies what you need to know about:
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NC income tax rates
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Tax deadlines and penalties
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Refund delays and IRS notices
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Available tax credits
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Smart filing strategies
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Who to contact for real support
2025 North Carolina Tax Rate Updates
North Carolina’s flat income tax rate dropped from 4.5% to 4.25% in 2025—and is headed to 3.99% by 2026. These changes impact both individuals and small business owners.
📘 Read more about the NC income tax cuts »
Missed the Deadline or Got a Tax Notice?
Did you miss your state return deadline? Or receive an IRS notice like CP2000, CP504, or LT11? The penalties can add up—but you still have options.
📘 What happens if you miss the NC tax deadline »
📘 IRS Notices: What They Mean and How to Respond »
Tax Credits That North Carolina Residents Miss
Even though North Carolina doesn’t have a state EITC anymore, there are still credits for:
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Child and dependent care
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Retirement savings
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Taxes paid to other states
📘 Tax credits you may be missing in NC »
Filing Jointly vs. Separately in NC
Should you file together or separately as a married couple? It depends on your income split, deductions, and even student loans. We break it down clearly.
📘 When separate filing makes sense in NC »
Proactive Tax Planning for NC Individuals & Businesses
Waiting until tax season is a mistake. The smartest North Carolinians work with us year-round to:
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Lower taxable income
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Claim credits in advance
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Avoid IRS problems
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Prepare for retirement
📘 Explore proactive tax planning »
📘 See how we help individuals across NC file smarter »
Have a Tax Question? We’re Here to Help.
We serve clients across Asheville, Huntersville, Lake Norman, and Charlotte—and virtually across the state. Whether you need help responding to the IRS or optimizing your 2025 return, our team is here.