Question 1

How long does tax resolution take in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

Most cases resolve within 3-6 months, but it depends on your specific situation and which resolution option works best for you. Simple payment plans can be set up quickly, sometimes within a few weeks.

Offers in compromise take longer because the IRS requires extensive financial documentation and has specific review procedures. Currently not collectible status can be approved faster if you meet the financial hardship requirements.

The key is starting the process promptly. Every month you wait, penalties and interest continue to accrue. Once we're representing you, we can often get collection actions stopped while we work on your resolution.

Question 2

Can you stop wage garnishment in Gilbert, PA?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can stop wage garnishment, but timing matters. Once the IRS issues a levy, they must give your employer time to comply, but we can work to release it quickly if we act fast.

The best approach is getting ahead of garnishment before it starts. If you've received IRS notices about unpaid taxes, that's your warning period. We can set up a payment plan or other resolution that prevents garnishment from happening.

If garnishment has already started, we can request an immediate release by showing financial hardship or by setting up an approved payment arrangement. Most employers are relieved when we handle this professionally because it removes them from the middle of your tax situation.

Question 3

What's the minimum tax debt for professional help?

Accepted Answer

There's no minimum debt amount for getting professional help, but the economics matter. If you owe less than $2,000 and can pay it within a few months, you might handle it yourself.

For debts over $5,000, professional representation usually pays for itself. The penalties, interest, and potential collection actions cost more than getting proper help from the start.

If you're dealing with multiple tax years, business taxes, or complex situations like offers in compromise, professional help is essential regardless of the amount. These cases have specific requirements and deadlines that are difficult to navigate without experience.

Question 4

Do you handle Pennsylvania state tax problems too?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we handle both federal and Pennsylvania state tax issues. Often, people have problems with both agencies, and trying to manage them separately creates confusion and delays.

Pennsylvania Department of Revenue has different procedures than the IRS, but they can be just as aggressive with collection actions. They can garnish wages, levy bank accounts, and place liens on property.

The advantage of working with someone who handles both is coordination. Sometimes resolving your federal issue affects your state taxes, or vice versa. We make sure both agencies are handled properly and that one resolution doesn't create problems with the other.

Question 5

How much does tax resolution cost in Gilbert?

Accepted Answer

Fees depend on the complexity of your case and which services you need. Simple payment plan setups cost less than offers in compromise, which require extensive documentation and negotiation.

We credit 100% of your consultation fee toward any resolution work if you decide to hire us. This means the consultation is essentially free if we work together.

Most clients find that professional representation saves them more money than it costs. Between penalty abatement, proper payment plan terms, and avoiding collection actions, the savings typically exceed our fees. We'll give you a clear fee structure upfront so you know exactly what to expect.

Question 6

What happens if I ignore IRS notices?

Accepted Answer

Ignoring IRS notices makes everything worse and more expensive. The IRS has a specific timeline they follow, and each notice is a step toward collection action.

First come the balance due notices. Then final notices. Then notices of intent to levy. Finally, they start taking your assets—bank accounts, wages, property. Each step adds penalties and interest to what you owe.

The longer you wait, the fewer options you have and the more it costs to resolve. What might have been a simple payment plan early on could require an offer in compromise later. If you've received any IRS notices, the time to act is now, not later.

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