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Tax Resolution Services

Professional Help to Resolve Your IRS Problems

Tax problems don’t go away on their own. If you owe the IRS money, have unfiled tax returns, are facing wage garnishment or a bank levy, or have received alarming notices in the mail, you’re dealing with a situation that requires more than a standard tax preparer — you need tax resolution. Tax resolution is a specialized field within tax practice focused entirely on resolving disputes, liabilities, and compliance issues between taxpayers and the IRS. At Global Gate Tax Relief, tax resolution is all we do. We don’t prepare simple 1040s for people who want a bigger refund — we represent taxpayers who are in trouble with the IRS and need a way out. Whether you owe $10,000 or $1 million, whether you’re facing a single unfiled return or a decade of non-compliance, our licensed Enrolled Agents and tax resolution specialists have the expertise and the IRS authorization to resolve your tax problems and help you move forward. Call 1-877-800-8180 to start with a free consultation.

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Tax Resolution

What Is Tax Resolution?

Tax resolution encompasses the full range of professional services designed to resolve IRS problems. It is fundamentally different from tax preparation:

Tax Preparation Tax Resolution
Filing annual tax returns Resolving disputes and liabilities with the IRS
Calculating what you owe or what refund you’re due Negotiating to reduce what you owe or establish payment plans
Proactive — done annually before the deadline Reactive — done after a problem has occurred
Handled by preparers, CPAs, or software Requires licensed professionals authorized to represent you before the IRS
Straightforward process Complex, multi-step process involving IRS procedures, tax law, and negotiation
TAX RESOLUTION SERVICES

Tax Resolution Services Include, But Are Not Limited To:

  • Offer in Compromise (OIC)

    Settling your tax liability for less than the full amount owed

  • Installment Agreements

    Setting up monthly payment plans with the IRS

  • Currently Not Collectible (CNC) Status

    Suspending IRS collection when you can’t afford to pay

  • Penalty Abatement

    Removing or reducing IRS penalties

  • Unfiled Tax Return Preparation

    Filing delinquent returns to get back into compliance

  • Wage Garnishment Release

    Stopping the IRS from taking your paycheck

  • Bank Levy Release

    Recovering funds frozen by the IRS

  • Tax Lien Resolution

    Removing, subordinating, or discharging federal tax liens

  • IRS Audit Representation

    Defending you during IRS examinations

  • Innocent Spouse Relief

    Separating your tax liability from a spouse’s or ex-spouse’s

  • IRS Appeals

    Challenging unfavorable IRS decisions

  • Payroll Tax Resolution

    Resolving employer tax liability and defending against the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty

  • IRS Fresh Start Program

    Accessing expanded IRS programs for tax resolution

Tax Resolution Firm

When to Hire a Tax Resolution Firm

Not every tax issue requires professional help. If you owe $500 and can pay it today, you probably don’t need a tax resolution firm. But there are clear situations where professional representation is not just helpful — it’s essential:

  • You owe more than $10,000 — At this level, the IRS assigns your case to its Automated Collection System (ACS) or a Revenue Officer, and the consequences of mishandling the situation increase dramatically.
  • You’ve received a Final Notice of Intent to Levy — LT11 or CP90 notices mean the IRS is about to take your wages, bank account, or other property. You have 30 days to act.
  • Your wages are being garnished — IRS wage garnishment takes far more of your paycheck than a standard creditor garnishment. Professional intervention can stop or reduce the garnishment.
  • Your bank account has been levied — With only a 21-day window before your funds are gone, you need immediate professional help.
  • A tax lien has been filed — A federal tax lien is public record, can limit your access to credit, and affects your ability to sell property or obtain financing.
  • You have multiple years of unfiled returns — The IRS may have filed Substitute for Returns (SFRs) on your behalf, often resulting in inflated liabilities. Filing your actual returns requires strategic planning.
  • You’ve been audited and disagree with the results — Audit representation and IRS appeals require knowledge of tax law and IRS procedures.
  • You’re a business owner with payroll tax problems — Trust Fund Recovery Penalty cases create personal liability and require specialized defense.
  • Your Offer in Compromise was rejected — An experienced firm can identify why the offer failed and develop a stronger case on appeal.
Tax Resolution Companies

Red Flags: How to Identify Dishonest Tax Resolution Companies

The tax resolution industry, unfortunately, has its share of bad actors. Here are warning signs to watch for when evaluating firms:

  1. We guarantee we can settle your balance for pennies on the dollar

    No legitimate firm can guarantee an Offer in Compromise will be accepted. The IRS makes that decision based on specific financial criteria. Any firm making this guarantee is either lying or doesn’t understand the process.

  2. High-pressure sales tactics

    Legitimate firms provide information and let you make an informed decision. If someone is pressuring you to sign a contract immediately or claiming you’ll “lose your chance,” walk away.

  3. Enormous upfront fees before reviewing your case

    While tax resolution services do have fees (this is complex professional work), a reputable firm will review your situation first and give you a clear understanding of what’s involved before asking for a large retainer.

  4. No licensed professionals

    Tax resolution requires practitioners who are licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS: Enrolled Agents (EAs), CPAs, or attorneys. If the firm can’t tell you who will be working on your case and what their credentials are, that’s a major red flag.

  5. No free consultation

    A reputable firm will evaluate your situation at no charge before recommending a course of action.

  6. They want to handle everything by mail

    While much IRS correspondence is written, effective tax resolution often requires phone conferences with ACS, meetings with Revenue Officers, and Appeals hearings. A firm that only sends letters may not have the capability to truly resolve your case.

  7. Promises of specific outcomes before seeing your financials

    No one can tell you what the IRS will accept until they’ve reviewed your full financial picture, IRS transcripts, and compliance history.

OUR PROCESS

What to Expect from the Tax Resolution Process

Working with a legitimate tax resolution firm follows a predictable process:

  1. Free Consultation and Case Evaluation

    You discuss your situation with a tax professional who evaluates the scope of your problem, the urgency of any pending deadlines, and the likely resolution options. At Global Gate Tax Relief, this initial consultation is always free — call 1-877-800-8180

  2. Investigation and Transcript Analysis

    We obtain your IRS account transcripts (using Form 8821 or Power of Attorney Form 2848), wage and income transcripts, and any filed or assessed returns. This tells us exactly what the IRS has on file, what you owe for each year, where the penalties and interest are, and what stage the collection process has reached.

  3. Compliance Phase

    Before the IRS will negotiate any resolution, you must be in compliance. This means all required tax returns have been filed and all current-year estimated tax payments are up to date. If you have unfiled tax returns, we prepare and file them strategically — this alone can dramatically reduce your balance if the IRS filed Substitute for Returns that didn’t include your deductions and credits.

  4. Financial Analysis

    We analyze your complete financial picture using the same standards the IRS uses: income, living expenses (IRS Collection Financial Standards), assets, equity, and future earning potential. This analysis determines which resolution strategy gives you the best outcome.

  5. Resolution Strategy and Negotiation

    Based on the investigation and financial analysis, we recommend and pursue the optimal resolution:

    • Offer in Compromise if you qualify to settle for less
    • Installment Agreement if you can pay over time
    • Currently Not Collectible status if you can’t pay anything right now
    • Penalty Abatement to reduce the balance
    • A combination of strategies tailored to your specific situation

  6. Resolution and Monitoring

    Once the IRS accepts the resolution, we ensure everything is properly implemented. For installment agreements, we confirm the payment schedule. For OICs, we monitor the compliance period. For CNC, we track your CSED and any changes in your financial situation.

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  • Since 2017

    Resolving IRS debt
Benefits

Benefits of Professional Tax Resolution Services

  1. Reduced liability

    Through strategic filing, penalty abatement, and settlement negotiations, we frequently reduce what clients owe by 30–70%.

  2. Stop collection actions

    Once we’re engaged, we work to halt levies, garnishments, and other enforcement actions while we pursue resolution.

  3. You don’t deal with the IRS

    We handle all communication, negotiations, and filings with the IRS on your behalf. You never have to pick up the phone or visit an IRS office.

  4. Strategic approach

    Unlike trying to navigate IRS procedures on your own, we develop a comprehensive strategy based on your specific financial situation and IRS account status.

  5. Peace of mind

    Having a licensed professional in your corner who knows the system inside and out transforms the experience from overwhelming anxiety to manageable progress.

  6. Time savings

    The IRS resolution process involves extensive paperwork, hours on hold, and precise procedural requirements. We handle all of it.

  7. Better outcomes

    Studies consistently show that professionally represented taxpayers achieve better resolution outcomes than those who represent themselves.

Case Study

From $185,000 in Tax Liability to a Fresh Start

Robert, a former sales executive in Florida, had not filed tax returns for six years after losing his job and going through a bankruptcy. During those years, he did freelance consulting and earned unreported income. The IRS eventually caught up, filing Substitute for Returns for all six years and assessing a combined liability of $185,000 — including over $52,000 in penalties alone.

When Robert contacted Global Gate Tax Relief, he was receiving CP504 notices and was terrified of a bank levy. Our team immediately filed a Power of Attorney and contacted the IRS to request a hold on collection while we worked the case.

Here’s what we did:

Step 1: We filed Robert’s actual returns for all six years, claiming deductions and credits the IRS’s SFRs had ignored. This reduced his actual tax liability from $185,000 to $97,000.

Step 2: We applied for first-time penalty abatement for the earliest year and reasonable cause abatement for subsequent years, removing $28,000 in penalties.

Step 3: With the reduced balance of $69,000 and Robert’s current financial situation (modest consulting income, minimal assets, high medical expenses), we submitted an Offer in Compromise. The IRS accepted a lump-sum offer of $12,500.

Robert went from a $185,000 IRS nightmare to a $12,500 settlement — a 93% reduction. His case was resolved in 11 months.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why Choose Global Gate Tax Relief for Tax Resolution

  • This is all we do

    We are a dedicated tax relief firm, not a general accounting practice that occasionally handles IRS problems.

  • Licensed and authorized

    •Our Enrolled Agents and tax resolution specialists have unlimited practice rights before the IRS, including the ability to represent you in audits, appeals, collection matters, and settlement negotiations.

  • Free consultation

    Call 1-877-800-8180 for an honest, no-pressure evaluation of your situation. We’ll tell you what you’re facing, what your options are, and whether professional help makes sense for your case.

  • Transparent pricing

    We provide clear fee quotes after your consultation. No hidden costs, no monthly fees that stretch indefinitely, no bait-and-switch.

  • Proven track record

    Thousands of resolved cases, millions of dollars in reduced tax liabilities, and a commitment to every client that we will pursue the best possible outcome.

  • Nationwide service

    We represent taxpayers in all 50 states. IRS procedures are federal, and our team can handle your case regardless of where you live.

FAQ

Common Questions About IRS Tax Relief

Tax preparation is the process of filing your annual tax returns. Tax resolution is the process of resolving problems with the IRS — including back tax liability, unfiled returns, collection actions, audits, and penalties. Think of tax preparation as routine maintenance and tax resolution as emergency repair.

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The IRS is not going to forget about your tax liability. Penalties and interest are growing every day. Collection actions can escalate without warning. But there are legitimate, effective solutions — and the sooner you act, the more options you have available.

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