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2017 Phoenix IRS Settlement

View a 2017 Phoenix IRS Settlement by Tax Debt Advisors, Inc

Today is August 4th and we just received notice of a 2017 Phoenix IRS settlement accepted by the IRS.  Robert, a current client, was behind on a few years of tax returns in addition to the old back taxes owed. Over the course of several months Scott Allen EA prepared the unfiled tax returns for 2012 through 2016. This client was in the middle of a financial hardship. He was laid off from his previous employer, receiving unemployment, and searching for new employment. On top of all of that, the IRS was on his back.

Through proper procedures Tax Debt Advisors was able to navigate their way to a resolution. A currently non collectible status was negotiated with the IRS to cover his old tax debts. The exciting part of this all is that 90% of his total liability will expire with the IRS in just over two years from now.  If he can ride out this settlement for two years Robert will not have to pay a single dime on his old debt with the IRS.

2017 Phoenix IRS Settlement

2017 Phoenix IRS Settlement

Currently non collectible status may not be the right solution for every taxpayer.  Not every taxpayer will qualify for it either. For some it is a permanent solution and for others it is only a temporary solution until they get their life back on track. Have a consultation with Scott Allen EA at 3155 E Southern Ave #101 Mesa AZ 85204 to determine which of the five or six different settlement options may be right for you. After Scott Allen EA has gotten you caught up with your back taxes and settled your IRS debt he can also be your “regular” tax preparation guy moving forward. He will do everything he can to make sure you stay in compliance with the Internal Revenue Service so your agreed settlement does not default.

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10 Things to Remember When You Owe the IRS

10 Things To Remember When You Owe The IRS

The Restructuring and Reform Bill of 1998 for the IRS was a law that really put respect for the taxpayers back into the system. It forces the IRS to actually communicate with the public and grant due process rights to the taxpayers.

Below are 10 things to remember when you owe the IRS

When the IRS comes to collect, eventually you will have to face the music. If you begin to play games with a tax collector, the system has been designed to make your life horrible. Below are some important things to remember when you owe the IRS:

1. Don’t Ignore the IRS notices.

Most people will get into more trouble than bargained for just because they ignored the notices from the IRS. Some IRS notices are sent through certified mail, if you believe that you can ignore the notices by not going to pick them up, then you are wrong. Respond to the IRS each time.

2. The IRS has to explain your rights during your IRS interview.

The IRS Collection Process that was revised in 2015 states that you have the right to be represented and you have the right to be treated in a courteous and professional manner. If you don’t like how you are being treated, then you can stop that interview and ask to talk to a supervisor.

3. Before going to the IRS, spend time with a tax expert or accountant

This may be the best time that you have spent in a while. An expert will let you know how you could prepare to meet for a tax interview, how you should act, and make you aware when a revenue officer is trying to take advantage of you. Just remember the Revenue officers job is to collect money for the government. Furthermore, hiring professional bookkeeping and accounting services can help you avoid ever having problems with the IRS in the first place.

4. Never go to the IRS alone.

Collection interviews aren’t fun and you need representation. Chances are that you will have better results if you have representation.

5. The IRS isn’t Infallible.

The IRS was actually audited by the General Accounting Office and it looks like the IRS needs a bit of cleaning up. Often times, the IRS can’t track how much you actually owe, especially if you have been making regular payments. The IRS can make mistakes, so don’t take their word for everything.

6. You have due process.

The IRS can’t just take your home, bank account, business, car, or even do wage garnishes without making sure that they have given you a notice or an opportunity to challenge the IRS. When you challenge the IRS, everything stops.

You can take the IRS to court and they can’t collect until the judge makes a decision. You can tie their hands for years. The IRS isn’t going to tell you what to do or how you can protect yourself.

7. You are a possible innocent spouse.

Are you separated, widowed or divorced? Do you have tax issues that came from any former spouse? You may state yes, then you could get relief for being an innocent spouse. This could cause your whole tax bill being wrote off.  There are states that offer this as well.

8. If you don’t pay, you won’t go to jail.

No one will go to jail for owing taxes. You can go to jail for cheating on your taxes and you can go to jail for tricking a tax collector, but you can’t go to jail because you owe the IRS and your unable to pay.

9. You have options when you owe the IRS.

People who owe taxes whether to their state or the IRS, will have options. If you owe and can pay in full, then do so. However, if you can’t pay in full, 4 options may be for you:

  • Hardship suspension. This allows the IRS to temporarily leave you alone. Your account will be reviewed over time and even though the IRS leaves you alone, interest is accruing on the account is compounded daily.
  • Installment payments. The IRS will let you may monthly payments. The IRS will want the bill paid off in 3 years. You will need to fill out a financial statement and pursue a bank loan. Interest will accrue and is compounded daily.
  • It isn’t for everyone, but sometimes you could discharge your tax bill with Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Other chapters let you pay the bill off with monthly payments with no interest or little interest. Bankruptcy rules are complicated so talk to an attorney who understands tax and bankruptcy laws.
  • Offer in compromise. The IRS will accept the payment of a smaller sum for a large tax debt. Some states have similar procedures. If you do this and its accepted, all of your tax liens will be removed and you can start over. You need to talk to an attorney who specializes in tax laws.

10. Respect the tax collector power.

IRS tax collectors have more power than most in the federal government. They have very little rules. They can make life easy or miserable. Most success when dealing with a tax collector is done with communication in a prompt manner. They can do these items if you don’t pay your taxes:

  • Levy your bank account
  • Close your business
  • File a tax lien against you
  • Garnish your wages
  • Damage employment and business relationships
  • Seize and sell your home
  • Put you in a monthly payment plan that is too high
  • Assess you personally for corporate employment taxes
  • Go after third party transferees
  • Contact your friends, bankers, neighbors, and any relationship for business about tax liabilities.

Get started on your taxes with a free legal evaluation from Tax Debt Advisors

Tax Debt Advisors Mesa - Scott Allen

If you happen to owe taxes to the IRS and are unsure of how to pay it, you will want to have professional assistance. A tax debt advisor may help to find a plan that works for you and your budget, while making sure that proper procedures are followed. Start today by having your situation evaluated by a local tax expert for free. If you would like a free tax evaluation, Give Scott from Tax Debt Advisors a call today at 480-926-9300.

Our service area includes Phoenix East Valley Cities including: Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe and more.

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Stop IRS Garnishment in Mesa AZ

Stop IRS Garnishment in Mesa AZ today

If you need to stop IRS garnishment in Mesa AZ contact Tax Debt Advisors, Inc today.  Mark was a taxpayer with this need.  He was facing a serious IRS garnishment with a serious IRS debt.  The garnishment needed to be stopped, back tax returns needed to be filed, and the debt needed to be properly reduced.

View the two IRS notices below to see what Tax Debt Advisors, Inc did for Mark. His IRS debt of over $270,000 for two tax years was reduced to just over $30,000. Yes, only $30,000.  In the process of getting the back tax returns caught up the IRS garnishment was stopped and Mark got his financial life back on track.

Stop IRS Garnishment

Stop IRS Garnishment

Stop IRS Garnishment

Stop IRS Garnishment

If you find yourself in a similar situation and need to prevent or stop IRS garnishment in Mesa AZ start the steps to get it taken care of. Those steps are outlined here for your reference. By following this “recipe” you will get your IRS matter resolved right and right the first time. Tax Debt Advisors, Inc is a second generation family business located in Mesa AZ.  Solving IRS problems is their niche and let them put that niche to work for you. Thank you.

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Tax Attorney Chandler

Tax Attorney Chandler AZ

Are you searching for “Tax Attorney Chandler” while looking for someone to help you fix your tax troubles with the IRS? First of all, you don’t actually need a tax attorney to fix your tax problems with the IRS, you just need someone experienced in tax debt and tax law. Tax Debt Advisors Inc has been handling tax debts in Arizona since 1977. Help get things straight with the IRS by calling Scott Allen at Tax Debit Advisors, Inc. today at 480-926-9300 to help you get right with the IRS today!

Common Reasons To Hire A Tax Attorney

Below are the most common reasons to hire a tax attorney. Although, these are also services provided by Tax Debt Advisors Inc. Tax Debt Advisors can help with:

  • Income tax audits
  • Property tax issues
  • Offers-in-Compromise
  • Business Tax Issues
  • Installment Agreements
  • IRS Liens & Tax Levies
  • Tax Audit Defense
  • and more

When you are handling issues with the IRS, hiring a tax attorney is not actually required. However, by hiring a Tax Debt Advisor, you will get help from someone dealing with tax issues for over 41 years. If you have found yourself in trouble, Scott Allen can help guide you through any tax situation.

Why You Don’t Need A Tax Attorney

Here are the reasons and warning signs of why you don’t need a tax attorney.

Here are the warning signs:

  • If you are considering a tax attorney out of fear, and your situation is not caused by fraudulent or criminally filed returns, you’ll be greatly disappointed. Your fear allows attorneys to generate income. Many clients that began using our services after using a tax attorney often mention they were intimidated that something bad ‘could happen if…’. This ‘if’ is followed with large retainer fees, every time.
  • The IRS resolution work is easier to understand than most think, in most cases it is common sense. Having an established relationship improves the understanding with idiosyncrasies. It is common attorneys to use your fear to scare your more, while making you believe it is necessary to pay for their legal training to be successful.
  • Another common factor is clients believing they get what they pay for, and comparing the amount paid to the quality of service. In many situations, attorney’s charge between 25% and 400% or more for the same services. If you do consult a tax attorney, you should consider obtaining a second opinion by calling our office for a free consultation.

Feel Confident With Experienced Tax Representation

When looking back over the years, one of the most common factors we notice in poor decision making were those that allowed fear to influence their decision. There is a quote from a Star Wars movie that I have grown to love, as it explains how Anakin became Darth Vader – “It was fear which pushed me to the dark side.”

If you’ve already had an initial consultation with a tax attorney, the first thing you should do is ask yourself “Did they lower my fear, or use it to benefit their profits?” Good representatives leave clients feeling better about their situation, not scared. Great representatives pay attention to the 99% of positive scenarios, things that can go right. Poor representatives focus on the 1% of negative scenarios which rarely occur. When you are considering a representative, take the time to give me a call and get a second opinion, I know you will be glad.

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“Tax Debt Advisors handled my tax issues, which included several years of tax returns with IRS issues. The back tax returns were processed quickly with no additional problems or delays. Scott managed every aspect of the IRS problem with ease. Thanks again Scott!” Stacy P

If you are worried about your IRS tax problems and think you need a tax attorney to represent you, give us a call first. This is an important decision to make that requires the experience and knowledge of a highly skilled Enrolled Agent. Scott Allen EA can be that choice for you. There is a great chance that you don’t need legal representation for your tax problems. Our tax debt advisors can help you solve those same tax problems for less money. To schedule you free tax consultation in Chandler to find out if you actually need a Phoenix tax attorney or not, give us a call today at 480-926-9300.

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2017 Mesa IRS Offer in Compromise accepted

Is a Mesa IRS Offer in Compromise right for you?

Tax Debt Advisors just finished up a Mesa IRS Offer in Compromise for a client. View the acceptance letter below.

Mesa IRS Offer in Compromise

Mesa IRS Offer in Compromise

Mr. Morris came in about two years ago to meet with Scott Allen EA. He was behind on a couple years of tax returns. He was in a rut with a tax debt from a previous business gone bad.  Due to not being able to pay the payroll taxes the debt was transferred to him personally as civil penalties. In addition to the civil penalty debt there were also two years of 1040 tax debt. Upon a detailed evaluation of his tax matter it was determined that Mr. Morris qualified for a Mesa IRS Offer in Compromise. Before submitting the Offer he first had to get him into compliance with his tax filings.  It took over a year to complete and get it approved but it was approved.  The worst thing you can do is submit an offer in compromise if it does not have a chance to get accepted.  Meet with Scott Allen EA of Tax Debt Advisors to determine if you are a viable candidate to settle your IRS debt in a lump sum agreement. He will meet with you for a free initial consultation.

 

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IRS Tax Help Mesa: Call today

IRS Tax Help Mesa by Scott Allen EA

Over the last ten years thousands of taxpayers have used Scott Allen EA for IRS Tax Help Mesa. Keith had not filed tax returns in about ten years. Due to his failure to file, the IRS filed and made their own assessment against him. They refer to this as a SFR tax return filings.  This happens more often then one would think. By viewing the notice below you can see the taxed owed from the IRS’s numbers: over $17,000 in taxes, interest, and penalties.  Scott Allen EA prepared and properly filed the tax return to protest the IRS’s numbers. When the taxpayer was given the proper deductions, expenses, and filing status the taxed owed were reduced to less then $2,000 in total.  This is an amazing example of a common result when protesting IRS SFR tax returns.

IRS Tax Help Mesa

IRS Tax Help Mesa

If the IRS is assessing “crazy” tax balances owed contact Scott Allen EA to see if you qualify to protest. He specializes in representing taxpayers before the IRS, filing back tax returns, and negotiating IRS debts.  Schedule a free initial consultation today.

 

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Tax Attorney Phoenix

Tax Attorney Phoenix | Tax Debt Advisors

Looking for tax attorney services in Phoenix? Believe it or not, you don’t actually need a tax attorney to represent you before the IRS. Instead, why not hire a Tax Debt Advisor who has been helping customers dealing with tax issues since 1977, and has helped solve over 108,000 tax debts.

Scott Allen is a tax debt advisor that can help you solve multiple tax issues without ever needing to contact a tax lawyer. Scott is a enrolled agent (EA), that is licensed by the federal government to represent you as a tax payer before the IRS.

If you are facing an IRS bank levy or wage garnishment, an Enrolled Agent can help you solve these tax issues the same way a Phoenix tax attorney can.

Tax Attorney Services Provided By Our Enrolled Agents

Scott helps Phoenix residents solve a variety of tax issues including, but not limited to:

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Why You Should Hire An Enrolled Agent Vs. Hiring A Tax Attorney

View our most recent blog post “When is a Phoenix AZ IRS tax attorney necessary and when isn’t it?“

Your tax issues may not be as bad as you think – It doesn’t take a rocket scientist or tax lawyer to work with the IRS. Legal training is not necessary to handle most tax problems. Although, tax attorney will scare you into thinking the representation is necessary. Let Tax Debt Advisors help you solve your tax problems without the fear or the huge retainer fees.

To Get a Second Opinion – Most tax clients think they will get a higher quality service if they pay more money. However, that is not true. Tax attorney can charge up to 400% more money for the same service a tax debt advisor can perform. If you are already speaking with a tax attorney, get a second option as well. We offer free tax issue consultations.

Don’t Make A Decision Based On Fear – Do you think you need a tax attorney because you filed fraudulent tax returns, you might be disappointed. Tax lawyers generate income based off of fear. Most of our tax clients started with a tax attorney, only to find out that they try to intimidate you into thinking you have a bigger tax problem than you do. And, that’s almost always followed by a big retainer fee.

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“Tax Debt Advisors handled my tax issues, which included several years of tax returns with IRS issues. The back tax returns were processed quickly with no additional problems or delays. Scott managed every aspect of the IRS problem with ease. Thanks again Scott!” Stacy P

If you are worried about your tax problems and think you need a tax attorney, give us a call first. This is an important decision that requires the opinion of a highly skilled Enrolled Agent. Scott Allen EA can be that choice for you. You may not need legal representation for problems our tax debt advisors can help you solve for less money. To schedule you free tax consultation to find out if you actually need a Phoenix tax attorney or not, give us a call today at 480-926-9300.

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Tax Debt Advisors recent success

Looking for success in resolving your tax debt? Call Tax Debt Advisors

Tax Debt Advisors is a locally and family owned practice here in Mesa AZ.  Started in 1977 the company is on its second generation of IRS debt help service. When dealing with an IRS matter, whether it be tax preparation, settling IRS debt, or navigating through unfiled tax returns your top priority should be finding the right fit in a local company. Beware of out of state companies advertising IRS resolution work making false promises up front before knowing anything about your case.  Only pay for services as they are to be performed rather then large up front retainers.  Tax Debt Advisors breaks up the resolution process into three steps and you only pay for the work when it is to be accomplished one step at a time.

Nathan, a client of Tax Debt Advisors had existing tax liabilities, unfiled tax returns, and threatening letters of wage garnishment. Upon getting started Scott Allen EA was able to get in contact with the IRS, hit the pause button on any levies or garnishments, and begin the tax preparation phase.  After he got Nathan caught up on his back tax returns then they could move onto the third phase; the IRS resolution phase. Based upon his current financial state he qualified for a currently non collectible status. What does that mean? Nathan does not have to pay a dime on his back tax returns because he cannot afford to do so.  View the notice below to see the IRS acceptance letter.

Could Nathan qualify to settle his IRS debt in an Offer in Compromise? Yes he could and would probably qualify but he does not have the means to save up or borrow to afford the lump sum settlement offer. But, if his situation changes he could qualify and submit an offer with the IRS at a later date. It is important to know about all available options before starting a negotiation.

 

Tax Debt Advisors recent success

Tax Debt Advisors recent success

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Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise

View an accepted Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise below

Scott Allen EA of Tax Debt Advisors successfully negotiated a Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise for one of his clients. This client came in owing the IRS $334,340.83 for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, & 2014.  An Offer was submitted in August 2015 for $9,456.00 to settle the debt in full. That is about 2.8 cents on the dollar.  As required they submitted the offer with the 20% down payment of $1,891.20.  The remaining 80% is due upon acceptance.  View the two pages below showing Scott Allen EA as the taxpayer’s Power of Attorney and the IRS approving and accepting the Offer in Compromise submitted.

Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise

Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise

Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise

Mesa AZ IRS Offer in Compromise

The most difficult part to an IRS Offer in Compromise is qualifying for it.  Taxpayers will come in and visit with Scott Allen EA thinking they can shop for an Offer with the IRS.  Contrary to advertisements on the TV, internet, and radio this isn’t the case.  Only about 2-3% of taxpayer are even a candidate to settle their debt through an Offer in Compromise (aka “fresh start program”).  This option is only one of the six different settlement options available to you.  Its important to understand and review all options before considering an Offer in Compromise.  After its been determined that you are in full compliance with the IRS and that you are a viable candidate for an IRS Offer then Tax Debt Advisors will take you down that road step by step.  They will only take on your case if it is in your best interest.  To get your IRS debt situation evaluated with Scott Allen EA give him a call today at 480-926-9300.  He will make today a great day for you.

Tax Debt Advisors, Inc is a local family owned and operated business since 1977.

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Settle IRS Debt Tempe AZ: Pay IRS nothing

Settle IRS Debt Tempe AZ

Is is possible to pay the IRS nothing on your back tax debt?  See if you qualify to settle IRS debt Tempe AZ in a currently non collectible status.  Barry was someone who qualified for a great negotiation of his IRS debt.  He hit a rough patch in his life where is health circumstances changed to a point where he could not work as he used to.  His hours had to drop to take care of his health.  Due to this change they were able to negotiate a $0.00/month “payment plan” to settle his debt.

Settle IRS Debt Tempe AZ

Settle IRS Debt Tempe AZ

Whats the catch?

The good news is there really isn’t a catch. Many taxpayers qualify for this option and not even realize it.  The only requirement is that he has to remain in good standing with the IRS on his future tax filings.  He can’t owe again in the future.  If so, then the arrangement will default.

To explore currently non collectible status and the other options with Scott Allen EA contact him today.

 

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