Question 1

How much does tax resolution service cost in Jackson, PA?

Accepted Answer

Our fees depend entirely on your specific situation and the complexity of work needed. We provide a detailed fee structure after your free consultation, once we understand exactly what needs to be done.

Simple cases like setting up a payment plan might cost a few hundred dollars. Complex cases involving multiple years of unfiled returns, business tax debt, or extensive IRS negotiations will cost more. We're always upfront about costs before you commit to anything.

What we can tell you is that our fees are typically a fraction of what you'd pay in penalties and interest if you try to handle this yourself and make mistakes. Most clients save significantly more than our fees through the penalty reductions and payment plan terms we negotiate.

Question 2

Can you help if I haven't filed taxes for several years?

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Yes, unfiled returns are one of our specialties. We regularly help clients who are three, five, or even ten years behind on filing. The IRS has specific procedures for bringing taxpayers back into compliance, and we know exactly how to navigate this process.

We'll gather all necessary documents, reconstruct your income and expenses for missing years, and prepare all back returns. Often, we can negotiate to reduce or eliminate penalties for late filing, especially if you can demonstrate reasonable cause for the delays.

The key is acting now rather than waiting longer. The IRS has more collection tools available against taxpayers with unfiled returns, including the ability to file substitute returns that typically result in much higher tax bills than what you'd actually owe.

Question 3

What if the IRS has already put a lien on my property?

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Tax liens are serious, but they're not permanent. We help clients get liens released regularly once we resolve the underlying tax debt. The process involves either paying the debt in full, setting up an acceptable payment plan, or negotiating an offer in compromise if you qualify.

Even with a lien in place, you can often still sell property or refinance, though it requires working through the IRS lien procedures. We handle all the paperwork and coordination with title companies or lenders to make this process as smooth as possible.

The important thing is addressing the lien quickly. Tax liens damage your credit score and make it difficult to get loans or credit. But once we resolve your tax debt and get the lien released, your credit will start recovering.

Question 4

How long does the tax resolution process typically take?

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Simple cases like setting up a payment plan can often be resolved in 30-60 days. More complex situations involving multiple years of unfiled returns or offers in compromise can take 6-12 months or longer.

The timeline depends largely on how quickly we can gather necessary documentation and how backlogged the IRS is in processing cases. We've seen their processing times vary significantly depending on the season and their internal workload.

What we can control is staying on top of your case and following up promptly when the IRS requests additional information. Many cases get delayed simply because taxpayers don't respond quickly to IRS requests or don't provide complete documentation the first time.

Question 5

Do you offer payment plans for your services?

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Yes, we understand that if you're dealing with tax problems, cash flow is often tight. We offer payment arrangements for our services that work with your budget and the timeline of your case.

For most cases, we require a portion of our fee upfront to begin work, then the remainder can be paid over time as we progress through your case. We're flexible because we know that getting your tax problems resolved will improve your financial situation.

We never want cost to be the reason someone doesn't get help with serious tax problems. The consequences of ignoring IRS issues are always more expensive than getting professional help upfront.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Regular tax preparation focuses on filing your current year's return and maximizing your refund or minimizing what you owe. Most tax preparers handle straightforward situations for people who are current with their filings.

Tax resolution is specialized work for people who already have problems with the IRS - unpaid taxes, unfiled returns, audits, liens, levies, or penalty issues. This requires different expertise, including knowledge of IRS collection procedures, negotiation tactics, and the various programs available for taxpayers in financial distress.

Many regular tax preparers will refer complex cases to specialists like us because they don't have experience dealing with IRS collections or negotiating payment arrangements. We handle both the resolution of existing problems and ongoing tax preparation to keep clients compliant going forward.

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