How To Finally Solve Your IRS Tax Problems
Tax Relief Help CPA Houston Texas
Warning: If You Have TAX Problems... Or IRS Problems...
This report probably contains IRS problem solving information that will cause you to be angry after you realize how much time and money you wasted having your IRS tax problem mishandled by you or someone else!
Liens for back taxes are freely placed by the Internal Revenue Service. You probably have one already that you didn't ask for. That's why you may have received several solicitations that came in the mail. People with tax liens, and other IRS problems are being "ambulance chased" more than people who were in car accidents!
There are a lot of "new kids on the block" in this business who are trying to cash in on the latest "craze" of "representing taxpayers before the IRS". There's even a company in Colorado who, for a fee, will give you a loose leaf binder to read, making you an overnight expert. I have clients who have used large national companies to represent them. They quickly became unhappy because of the lack of personal quality attention that was promised!
If you are thinking of hiring a company, Google the name with the word SCAM, FRAUD OR COMPLAINT after it. You will see the complaints filed! Please only hire a company professionally licensed by the state they are in. Otherwise you will have little recourse when you are ripped off.
Good Certified Public Accountants and attorneys work for firms licensed in their state. You must verify this with the state board of Accountants or State Bar Association. Or ask if the company is licensed with the state board or bar and ask for the company's license number. They should be able to give it to you. If not, I'd be very suspicious!
Beware of people bragging about all the board of directors, civic or political groups they are members of. Nothing will take the place of personal ongoing attention by someone who has a lot of knowledge and experience in solving IRS problems.
Don't Believe The Hype
My clients and potential clients tell me that they are being told by "phone jockeys" that all their interest and penalties can be removed, as well as other wild phony promises of saving money. Some are being told that all you need to do is file an offer in compromise or a bankruptcy and everything will go away, when most often, a more comprehensive solution is necessary. These people prey on your ignorance and fear. A lot of people are afraid of the truth and don't want to deal with their tax problem. They want someone to say, for example, "Sign this form, fill out this other form, and pay me $500, and everything will be settled". Guess what? They are told what they want to hear. Then when they continue to have tax problems, they complain that they were ripped off. Especially when they sign monthly bank drafts and later discover they were cheated. They have to change banks because the drafts don't stop, and bill collectors are sent after them! Protect your funds from this lost revenue.
I'm Joe Mastriano, a Houston, TX CPA in Harris County, dedicated to helping people actually solve their IRS problems. Not stretch the solution out for many months so I can collect additional fees, not give you a "band aid" solution that takes me 2 hours, and costs you $750, but actually solve the problem!
Over the last 25 years, I've represented people, as a CPA firm, in thousand's of IRS situations, to settle their past due tax debt. "I know this business like the back of my hand". You will feel that way when you call. You will find that my rates are very reasonable, and that I can help you ANYWHERE YOU LIVE.
I will not use scare tactics to get your business. I will not prey on sympathy to get you to trust me. I will not put down the IRS to get you to like me. I will not make you phony promises about removing interest and penalties. I will, however, try very hard to convince you to take a closer look at your tax problem, and not just assume that "everything is being handled OK". That is what it takes to save the most money, and give you the best protection against an IRS levy. In the past I have come across people who had their bank accounts, businesses, vehicles, accounts receivables, spouse's paycheck, retirement money, etc. seized when they thought that "everything was OK". I feel bad for people when I hear them say to me, "The IRS, or my representative told me I was in a payment plan or uncollectible, so I thought everything was OK".
More Often Than Not, Everything Is Not Ok.
In fact, at least 9 out of 10 times when I consult with taxpayers I am able to help them save more money, or protect their assets to a greater extent than currently exists. This has been my experience after thousands of case situations handled. I have proven methods that most people haven't even considered, no matter how many people they have spoken to in the past.
I deal with many new tax problems each week; more than anyone else I know! My practice is devoted primarily to representing taxpayers before the IRS. After working for H & R Block while in college, I started my own accounting firm. Since 1981, I have assisted many other CPA's and lawyers in fixing their clients' tax problems. I personally work my own cases. I do not employ junior accountants or ex IRS employees. My assistant and I meet daily to update the status of all cases worked on. All cases get close personal attention!
Looking nationwide for a legal income tax relief representation specialist? Or United States (U.S.) tax fix consultants or advisors?
Want a reduction of federal taxes owed? Tax Amnesty?
Defaulted on a payment plan or installment agreement?
In trouble because you can't pay?
First Some More Information And Then On To Solving Your Tax Problem...
My clients almost never meet with the IRS. Beware of people who are not licensed. These people have you present at meetings and during phone calls because the IRS will not speak to them alone. Except for a few special limited circumstances, only currently licensed CPAs, attorneys, and enrolled agents (E.A.) can practice before the IRS. Beware of non licensed CPAs and non attorneys that have CPA's and attorneys working for them. Good CPAs work for licensed CPA firms. Good attorneys work for licensed law firms. Otherwise, you do not get the professional standards that these firms are regulated with. Please think this through very carefully, it's one of the biggest cons going in this industry. Non licensed wheeler and dealers are hiring licensed professionals, specialists, who don't mind working for companies that are not held to that state's ethical standards for consumer protection. So if you file a complaint, it never goes against the owners, and they can continue to promise anything to sign you up, rip you off, and get away with it! It's rare for someone to contact me and tell me that a state licensed CPA firm or licensed law firm ripped them off. Your only protection comes from hiring a state licensed firm, so you have greater reliability, and recourse if something goes wrong.
I have a very personal approach. I get along with IRS employees and do not fight with them. There is no need to, if you know the rules and how to work with the various IRS Collections, Examinations, and Appeals departments to get things done. This is why you don't file a bankruptcy to force the IRS to release a wage or other levy. Your representative should have the experience and ability to stop the IRS collection action within the IRS system, by picking from all resolution choices. A good taxpayer advocate will give you the freedom to get your life back again.
I am not looking for people to change accountants! In many situations I have helped people who brought their accountant or advisor with them. I suggest that you be open to having a second opinion, no matter what your current situation is. It is not necessary to gather your tax returns or financial information before calling me. You have everything to gain and nothing to lose by discussing your tax problem with me. If, at the end of the first meeting/consultation you elect not to hire me, there is no charge for the meeting! Beware of people who "guarantee" wage levy and lien removals. The IRS has rules and procedures to follow. If you don't qualify, they won't be removed quickly. If you give the IRS false information just to get it off, you will pay later when they find out what you did.
- Did you get a legal certified letter or final notice of intent to levy?
- Wage Garnishment?
- Summons?
- Paycheck or Bank Account freeze?
- Seizure of house, car or other assets?
- Don't search under www.irs.com, www.irs.org, www.irs.gov, or I.R.S. for an outside help line.
What Follows Is A General Approach To Take For Solving All Your IRS Problems...
I suggest you start by clicking on solutions, or finding the topic below that you prefer to read first.
- Appeals
Petitions to the appeals divisions may be considered abusive! May need to petition the Tax Court for your settlement issues.
- Bankruptcy
Thinking of filing a bankruptcy? Need debt reduction?
- Best way to select a tax advisor
Selecting a tax advisor and want to know the qualifications to look for?
- Contact Me
Contact me for free analysis.
- Delinquent Returns
Delinquent (often described as past due, unfiled, overdue, late, back tax, old ,or never paid) returns must be filed or IRS says "no negotiations"! Even if I can't find it in the JK Lasser's tax guides I've used since 1977!
- Innocent Spouse
Are you trying to get out of paying unpaid taxes on your spouse's income?
- IRS Audit
Getting through IRS audits can be costly! Preparation is the key.
- IRS Forms
Forms used in the collections process. Forms 2848 (power of attorney), 433a, 433b, 656. Other forms you may need are 941-940 (payroll), 1040 (personal individual income tax), 1120, 1120S (corporate or sub S), 1065 (partnership), LLC or LLP (limited liability corporation or partnership).
- Letters & Notices
Do you want a better understanding of these? Preparation assistance?
- Liens & Levies
Are you hurt by the above? Tax laws on levy matters.
- Offer In Compromise
Don't fool yourself. The IRS won't roll over easily! You can't be a non-filer under this program. Professional representation is needed!
- Owing The IRS
Several considerations to look at, for your best attack protection!
- Payroll Tax
Payroll liabilities owed can be cut in half, down to the civil penalty.
- Penalties & Interest
You'll be surprised!
- Scared Of The IRS?
Are you scared of dealing with the IRS? Need a professional negotiator?
- Solutions
Do you need unique IRS problem solutions?
- Think Again
Think again, if you think you have it all handled!
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