Question 1

How much does tax resolution cost in Dingman, PA?

Accepted Answer

Our fees depend on the complexity of your case, but we're transparent about costs upfront. During your consultation, we'll give you an exact fee quote based on your specific situation – no surprises later.

Here's what makes our pricing fair: if you decide to hire us, we credit 100% of your consultation fee toward your resolution work. So your consultation essentially becomes free when you move forward. We also offer payment plans because we understand you're already dealing with financial stress.

Most importantly, our fees are typically a fraction of what you'll save. If we negotiate away $50,000 in tax debt and penalties, paying a few thousand in professional fees makes financial sense. We don't take cases where our fees would exceed the benefit to you.

Question 2

Can you really settle my tax debt for less than I owe?

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Yes, but not everyone qualifies. The IRS Offer in Compromise program allows you to settle tax debt for less than the full amount, sometimes dramatically less. We've seen settlements as low as 10% of the original debt.

The key is proving to the IRS that you can't pay the full amount and likely never will be able to. This requires detailed financial analysis and expert presentation of your case. The IRS rejects most offers that aren't properly prepared – about 74% get turned down.

We only recommend an Offer in Compromise when we believe you'll qualify. If your financial situation doesn't support an offer, we'll tell you honestly and explore other options like installment agreements or penalty abatement that might be better fits for your circumstances.

Question 3

How long does tax resolution take in Pennsylvania?

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Most cases resolve within 3-6 months, though complex situations can take longer. The timeline depends on which resolution option works best for your situation and how quickly the IRS processes your case.

Immediate relief happens much faster. We can usually stop wage garnishments within days and halt most collection actions within weeks. So even if your final resolution takes months, you get breathing room immediately.

Pennsylvania state tax issues often resolve faster than federal cases because the state department is typically more responsive. If you have both state and federal tax debt, we handle both simultaneously to get everything resolved as quickly as possible.

Question 4

What happens if I owe both federal and Pennsylvania state taxes?

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We handle both simultaneously. Many Dingman residents have tax debt with both the IRS and Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, and trying to resolve these separately often creates more problems.

Pennsylvania has its own relief programs, including Tax Forgiveness for lower-income families and penalty abatement options. These state programs can work alongside federal relief, but the applications need to be coordinated properly to maximize your benefits.

The good news is that resolving state tax debt is often easier and faster than federal cases. Pennsylvania's department is generally more flexible on payment arrangements and quicker to approve reasonable settlement offers. We use this to your advantage, often resolving state issues first to reduce your overall stress and financial burden.

Question 5

Do I need a lawyer or can a CPA handle my tax resolution?

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Both CPAs and tax attorneys can represent you before the IRS, and both have advantages. What matters most is experience with tax resolution specifically – not all CPAs or attorneys understand the intricacies of IRS negotiation.

Our team includes both CPAs and enrolled agents who specialize exclusively in tax resolution. We understand the financial analysis required for offers in compromise, the procedural requirements for installment agreements, and the legal standards for penalty abatement.

The advantage of working with tax resolution specialists versus general practitioners is simple: we do this every day. We know which IRS agents are reasonable, which arguments work, and how to present your case for the best possible outcome. Your case isn't practice for us – it's our specialty.

Question 6

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

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Unfiled returns make everything worse, but they're fixable. The IRS estimates what you owe based on limited information, and these estimates are almost always higher than what you actually owe. Getting proper returns filed usually reduces your debt significantly.

We prepare all missing returns using every deduction and credit you're entitled to. Many Dingman residents are surprised to discover they owe much less than the IRS estimated, and some even have refunds coming for certain years.

The key is filing compliant returns quickly. The IRS won't negotiate any resolution until you're current with filing requirements. But once proper returns are filed, all the same relief options become available – installment agreements, offers in compromise, penalty abatement. Don't let unfiled returns keep you stuck in an impossible situation when the solution is straightforward.

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