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IRS and State Tax Debt Resolution

Expert help with IRS notices, unpaid back taxes, and state collection demand letters from a former IRS professional.

Receiving a notice from the IRS or state tax authority can be overwhelming. As a former IRS professional, Marie Giannantonio brings insider knowledge to resolve your tax issues effectively. Tax resolution is the process of negotiating and settling unpaid back taxes, penalties, or unfiled returns.

The Challenge

  • IRS or State tax notices and demand letters
  • Unpaid back taxes and unfiled returns
  • Threats of wage garnishment or bank levies
  • Accumulating penalties and interest

What's Included

  • Direct communication with tax authorities
  • Negotiation of payment plans (Installment Agreements)
  • Offers in Compromise
  • Penalty abatement requests
  • Temporary collection delays
  • Filing of past-due returns to restore compliance

Our Approach

We start by identifying the response deadline, tax period, and exact issue. We then act as your representative, handling all communications and negotiations to achieve the best possible outcome. The primary goal is to minimize your financial liability and stop aggressive collection actions.

Who this is for: Individuals and businesses facing aggressive collection actions or complex tax disputes.

The Process

1. Review of your notices and tax history

2. Immediate action to halt aggressive collections

3. Development of a resolution strategy

4. Negotiation with tax authorities

5. Final settlement and compliance plan

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you stop wage garnishments?

Yes, we can often negotiate with the IRS or state to release levies and garnishments while we work out a resolution.

Do I have to talk to the IRS?

No. Once you sign a Power of Attorney, we handle all communication with the tax authorities on your behalf.

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Based in Taos and serving clients across New Mexico, Colorado, and nationwide.

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Key Benefits

  • Relief from aggressive collection actions like wage garnishment
  • Minimized financial liability
  • Expert representation by a former IRS professional
  • A clear path back to compliance and peace of mind

Trusted by clients nationwide