Question 1

How much does tax resolution cost in Bloomington, PA?

Accepted Answer

The cost depends entirely on your specific situation, which is why we start with a free consultation to assess exactly what you're dealing with. Simple cases like setting up a payment plan might cost a few hundred dollars, while complex situations involving multiple years of unfiled returns or significant tax debt require more extensive work.

Here's what matters more than the upfront cost: we typically save our clients far more than they pay us. When we negotiate penalty reductions, stop interest from accumulating, or prevent wage garnishments, the savings often exceed our fees by thousands of dollars. We're transparent about costs upfront and never surprise you with hidden fees.

Question 2

Can you stop IRS wage garnishment in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but timing matters. If the IRS has already started garnishing your wages, we can often get it released by negotiating a payment plan or proving financial hardship. If you just received a final notice before garnishment, we have about 30 days to act before they can start taking money from your paycheck.

The key is not waiting until the last minute. Pennsylvania residents have specific rights when it comes to wage garnishments, and we know exactly how to use those protections to keep more money in your pocket. Once we establish communication with the IRS and show you're working toward resolution, they're usually willing to halt collection activities while we negotiate.

Question 3

What happens if I haven't filed tax returns for several years?

Accepted Answer

The IRS typically requires you to be current with your filings before they'll negotiate on back taxes, so we usually start by preparing those missing returns. The good news is that you might not owe as much as you think - or you might even be due refunds for some years.

We gather all your tax documents, prepare the returns accurately, and file them in the right order to minimize your total tax liability. Pennsylvania has its own requirements for unfiled returns, and we make sure you're compliant with both state and federal obligations. Once everything is filed, we can negotiate payment plans or other resolution strategies for any taxes you do owe.

Question 4

How long does tax resolution take in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

Simple cases like payment plan requests can be resolved in 30-60 days. More complex situations involving penalty abatements, hardship applications, or multiple years of unfiled returns typically take 3-6 months to fully resolve.

The IRS moves at their own pace, and Pennsylvania state tax issues can add complexity that extends timelines. What we can control is staying on top of your case, following up promptly on all correspondence, and keeping you informed throughout the process. We've learned that being proactive and persistent gets better results faster than just waiting for the IRS to respond.

Question 5

Do I qualify for IRS penalty relief programs?

Accepted Answer

Many Pennsylvania residents qualify for penalty relief but don't know it exists. The IRS offers first-time penalty abatement for taxpayers who have been compliant for the previous three years, reasonable cause relief for situations beyond your control, and administrative waivers for certain penalties.

We review your tax history to identify every penalty relief option available to you. Sometimes we can eliminate penalties entirely, and other times we can reduce them significantly. The key is knowing which programs apply to your situation and how to present your case in a way that maximizes your chances of approval.

Question 6

What's the difference between tax preparation and tax resolution?

Accepted Answer

Tax preparation is filing your annual returns - what most people think of as "doing their taxes." Tax resolution is solving problems with taxes you already owe or returns you haven't filed yet. It's the difference between staying current and catching up.

If you're behind on filings, owe money you can't pay, or dealing with IRS notices and collection activities, you need tax resolution services. Regular tax preparers in Bloomington, PA typically don't handle these complex situations because they require specialized knowledge of IRS procedures and negotiation strategies. We focus specifically on these problem cases that other preparers can't or won't handle.

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