How can a CPA assist with IRS tax notices and audits?

As a licensed CPA authorized to practice before the IRS under Circular 230, Total Tax Solutions provides professional audit representation. We review IRS notices, manage communications, organize documentation, and defend your rights directly with IRS revenue agents and appeals officers.

Who qualifies for an IRS Offer in Compromise (OIC)?

An Offer in Compromise allows eligible taxpayers with proven financial hardship to resolve their tax liability for less than the full amount. Eligibility depends strictly on IRS formula calculations involving equity in assets and reasonable collection potential. Total Tax Solutions performs a comprehensive financial analysis to determine if an OIC is viable before submitting an application.

What steps can stop IRS bank levies or wage garnishments?

To release an active IRS levy or wage garnishment, all delinquent tax returns must generally be brought into compliance. We work directly with IRS collections to negotiate relief alternatives, such as Installment Agreements, Partial Payment Plans, or Currently Not Collectible (CNC) hardship status.

Can IRS penalties and interest be reduced or eliminated?

Taxpayers may qualify for penalty abatement under IRS First-Time Abate administrative waivers or by demonstrating Reasonable Cause (such as serious illness, natural disasters, or unavoidable hardship). While statutory interest cannot be waived by law, reducing the underlying penalty or tax balance automatically lowers associated interest.

What should I do if I have unfiled back tax returns?

Filing delinquent returns is the required first step to resolving any tax controversy. Total Tax Solutions reconstructs past records using IRS wage and income transcripts, prepares accurate back returns, and establishes an IRS-compliant resolution strategy.

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IRS Tax Problems Solutions & CPA Controversy Defense

Struggling with serious tax problems, back taxes, or aggressive collection notices? Total Tax Solutions provides licensed Florida CPA & Enrolled Agent representation before the Internal Revenue Service to stop levies, resolve audits, and solve your tax problems permanently.

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Common Tax Issues

Major IRS Tax Problems We Resolve

Most taxpayers never intend to fall behind. Whether caused by economic disruption, health hardships, or automated IRS reporting errors, unresolved tax problems compound rapidly with interest and statutory penalties.

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Unfiled Back Taxes

Unfiled returns trigger harsh failure-to-file penalties and allow the IRS to file substitute returns (SFR) on your behalf. We reconstruct accurate filings from master transcripts to eliminate inflated assessments.

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Bank Levies & Garnishments

When tax problems escalate, the IRS freezes bank accounts or garnishes paychecks via Form 668-W. We file immediate administrative stays to release levies and protect income.

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Federal Tax Liens

A Notice of Federal Tax Lien secures the government’s claim on your real estate and business assets. We negotiate lien subordinations, discharges, and full withdrawals.

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941 Payroll Tax Liabilities

Unpaid business payroll taxes trigger personal Trust Fund Recovery Penalties (TFRP) under IRC § 6672. We safeguard business assets and negotiate structured resolutions.

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Relief Strategies

Proven Strategies to Solve IRS Tax Problems

Under IRS Treasury Circular 230 regulations, we utilize federal statutory programs to eliminate tax debt.

Offer in Compromise (OIC)

Settle your complete IRS balance for substantially less than what is owed based on doubt as to collectibility, equity in assets, and future earning capacity.

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Penalty Abatement Petitions

Erasing compounding failure-to-pay and failure-to-file penalties using First-Time Abatement (FTA) and statutory Reasonable Cause criteria.

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Affordable Installment Plans

Structuring Partial Payment Installment Agreements (PPIA) or streamlined payment plans reflecting your real living expenses rather than aggressive IRS formulas.

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Tax Problems FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Tax Problems

Clear answers on how a licensed CPA resolves serious federal and state controversy.

Should I hire a CPA or an attorney for tax problems?

Under Circular 230 regulations, licensed CPAs possess identical representation authority to tax lawyers before all IRS examination, appeals, and collection divisions. In addition, CPAs handle complex forensic bookkeeping and tax returns in-house without $500/hr retainer fees.

Can the IRS seize my home or bank accounts?

The IRS regularly levies bank accounts and garnishes wages once statutory notices (such as CP504 or Letter 1058) expire. Filing Form 2848 Power of Attorney allows our firm to place immediate collection holds on your file while we structure a resolution plan.

How long does it take to settle severe tax problems?

Levy holds and transcript reviews can often be established within 24 to 48 hours. Comprehensive resolutions like an Offer in Compromise or audit defense take between 3 to 9 months depending on IRS case backlogs.

What if I don’t have records for my unfiled taxes?

You do not need to worry. We pull official IRS master wage and income transcripts directly from the government under Form 8821 to reconstruct complete, accurate tax filings for all delinquent years.

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Of Tax Problems Solved

Defending individual and business taxpayers against IRS enforcement.

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Of Controversy Practice

Direct CPA & Enrolled Agent representation before IRS divisions.

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In Balances & Penalties Resolved

Master transcript auditing under federal statutory guidelines.

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Fee Structure & Compliance: Total Tax Solutions provides licensed CPA tax controversy, audit defense, and professional tax resolution services. We are an independent CPA practice licensed by the Florida Board of Accountancy, not affiliated with or part of the IRS or the Florida Department of Revenue. We do not provide credit repair, debt pooling, or loan modification services. Program eligibility and tax resolutions are governed strictly by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) based on individual financial facts. Formal representation fees are defined in an engagement letter prior to service.

Office: 3081 E Commercial Blvd, Ste 103, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 | Serving: Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Pompano Beach & South Florida | Phone: (954) 946-4142