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Tax problems with the IRS or New Jersey Division of Taxation range from unpaid tax debt and unfiled returns to wage garnishment, bank levies, and federal tax liens on property. Anthony Surace, CPA and the enrolled agents at Clean Slate Tax provide IRS representation, audit defense, penalty abatement, and installment agreement negotiation for individual taxpayers and small business owners in New Jersey and Florida. Every resolution strategy begins with a free, confidential case review — call 1-888-588-5429.
Clean Slate Tax resolves back taxes, unfiled returns, levies, garnishments, liens, audits, and every other IRS and state tax problem for individuals and business owners.
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IRS tax problems range from a single unfiled return to years of back taxes, active levies, wage garnishments, and federal tax liens. Clean Slate Tax handles every category of federal and state tax problem for individuals and small business owners, starting with a full investigation of your IRS account before recommending any course of action. Whatever the problem is, we have resolved it before and we will tell you honestly what the path forward looks like.
Common IRS Situations We Resolve Every Day
| Problem | What It Means | How We Fix It |
|---|---|---|
| Back Taxes Owed | Unpaid federal income tax from one or more prior years | Installment agreement, offer in compromise, or CNC status |
| Unfiled Tax Returns | Missing federal or state returns triggering IRS Substitute assessments | File accurate returns to replace SFR and reduce the balance |
| IRS Levy or Garnishment | IRS seizing bank accounts or garnishing wages | Release within 24 to 72 hours through a qualifying agreement |
| Federal Tax Lien | Public claim against property blocking sales and refinancing | Lien release, withdrawal, subordination, or discharge |
| Compounding Penalties | Failure to file and failure to pay penalties adding up to 25% | First-time abatement or reasonable cause penalty removal |
| IRS Audit | IRS examination of a filed return for correspondence or field audit | Full audit representation through Appeals if needed |
| Payroll Tax Problems | Unpaid employer withholding or Trust Fund Recovery Penalty assessment | Installment agreement, TFRP defense, or OIC for businesses |
| State Tax Debt | Unpaid state income, sales, or payroll tax with enforcement pending | State-level installment agreement, OIC, or levy release |
How to Tell If Your Situation Has Escalated
Many taxpayers underestimate where they are in the IRS collection sequence. The IRS follows a predictable escalation path: assessment notice, demand for payment, final notice of intent to levy, federal tax lien filing, and then active levy. Each step reduces your available options and increases your total balance through daily compounding interest and monthly penalties.
If you have received a CP14, CP501, CP503, CP504, LT11, or Letter 1058 from the IRS, your account is in active collection status. If you have received an IRS Notice of Federal Tax Lien or a Final Notice of Intent to Levy, contact Clean Slate Tax immediately at 1-888-588-5429. Time is a factor at this stage.
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What Happens During Your Free Case Review
When you call Clean Slate Tax, we start by reviewing your IRS account transcript, identifying all open tax years and outstanding balances, calculating your Collection Statute Expiration Date, and assessing any active enforcement actions. We do this before we recommend anything. You get an honest picture of your situation and a clear explanation of every resolution option available to you before you commit to anything.
Once you engage our firm, we file Form 2848 Power of Attorney with the IRS. All IRS notices and contact route to us from that point forward. You stop receiving IRS letters, calls, and enforcement notices. We handle it.
Why Clean Slate Tax Handles Escalated Tax Cases
Anthony Surace, CPA, founded Clean Slate Tax with more than 20 years of experience in IRS representation, back tax resolution, audit defense, and federal collection defense. A Rutgers University graduate and member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants, Anthony has seen every category of IRS problem and resolved the most complicated cases for individual taxpayers and small business owners. Our 4.8 out of 5 Google rating reflects thousands of clients who moved from IRS enforcement to full resolution. Call 1-888-588-5429.
Common Questions About Resolving Federal Tax Debt
What should I do first if I owe the IRS money?
Do not ignore IRS notices. The worst thing a taxpayer can do is let IRS letters pile up unanswered. Call Clean Slate Tax at 1-888-588-5429 for a free case review. We pull your IRS account, identify exactly what you owe and for which years, and tell you every option available before you spend a dollar.
Can I resolve my tax problem on my own without a professional?
Some situations can be handled directly. Simple installment agreements for smaller balances can be set up through the IRS online payment system. However, if you owe significant amounts, have unfiled returns, are facing a levy or garnishment, or want to explore an offer in compromise, professional representation consistently produces better outcomes and prevents costly mistakes.
How long does it take to resolve an IRS problem?
Simple installment agreements: a few weeks. Penalty abatement: 4 to 8 weeks. Currently Not Collectible status: a few weeks after financial documentation is submitted. An Offer in Compromise: 6 to 24 months from submission to resolution. Clean Slate Tax gives you a realistic timeline during the free case review based on your specific situation.
Will resolving my tax problem affect my credit?
IRS tax liens were removed from the three major credit bureau reports in 2018. However, a lien is still a public record that can affect refinancing and property sales. An accepted offer in compromise does not directly report to credit bureaus. Resolving your IRS problem has no negative credit impact and removing a lien through withdrawal clears the public record entirely.
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