Professional Tax Services With Proven Representation

A tax preparer generally focuses on completing and filing returns, while “tax professional” is a broader term that can include preparers, CPAs, attorneys, and IRS Enrolled Agents. An Enrolled Agent is federally licensed by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and has unlimited practice rights before the IRS. That authority allows an EA to represent taxpayers in audits, collections, appeals, and resolution matters.

Yes. IRS Enrolled Agents are federally authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS in all 50 states and on all federal tax matters. Representation can include communicating with the IRS, responding to notices, handling audits, pursuing appeals, negotiating payment arrangements, and managing resolution submissions. The representative reviews the facts and documents needed to determine the appropriate path for your case.

Read the notice carefully, note the response deadline, and keep every page with your tax records. Do not ignore it, because missed deadlines can limit options or lead to added penalties and collection activity. The notice identifies the tax year, issue, amount claimed, and requested action. A tax professional can review it alongside your returns and financial information before responding.

In some cases, qualifying taxpayers may seek an Offer in Compromise to settle tax debt for less than the full amount owed. The IRS evaluates income, expenses, assets, future earning potential, filing compliance, and other financial circumstances. An offer is not available to everyone and must be supported by complete, accurate documentation. Pre-qualification helps identify whether this resolution route is realistic.

An installment agreement allows a taxpayer to make monthly payments toward an IRS balance rather than paying the full amount immediately. The IRS considers the amount owed, filing status, payment history, and financial ability to pay when reviewing an arrangement. Interest and applicable penalties may continue while the balance remains unpaid. A sustainable payment proposal should account for necessary living or operating expenses.

Yes. Unfiled returns should be addressed promptly because the IRS may file a substitute return using limited information, potentially overstating the tax due. Preparing accurate delinquent returns can identify legitimate income, deductions, credits, and a more complete liability picture. Filing strategy should be coordinated with any collection or resolution matter, since current filing compliance is often required for IRS programs.

A wage garnishment or bank levy is a serious collection action that requires prompt attention. The IRS may take a portion of wages or freeze funds after required notices and deadlines have passed. Representation can involve reviewing the enforcement history, communicating with the IRS, supplying financial documentation, and pursuing an appropriate release or resolution option. Fast, accurate action is important.

Bring recent IRS notices, filed and unfiled tax returns, information about wages or business income, bank and asset details, monthly expenses, and any prior IRS correspondence. Businesses may also need payroll records and Form 941 information. These documents help assess compliance status, the full liability, collection risk, and potential resolution options. Complete information supports a more accurate initial evaluation.