March 10, 2024 • Kelly Coughlin, CPA
Who Tries to Scare You More: The IRS or Tax Resolution Experts?
Only about 10% of taxpayers with tax debt hire professionals to help resolve it. The other 90% either deal with it themselves, ignore it, or fall prey to fear-based marketing. Let's talk about why.
The IRS Scare Tactics
The IRS uses its authority to motivate compliance. Letters about liens, levies, wage garnishments, and asset seizures can be terrifying. And make no mistake, the IRS has real power to enforce collection. But the reality is that the IRS also has programs designed to help taxpayers who genuinely cannot pay.
The Tax Resolution Industry Problem
On the flip side, many tax resolution companies use equally aggressive scare tactics in their advertising. They exaggerate the threat of IRS action to drive fear-based decisions. Some charge thousands of dollars upfront for services that may not deliver results.
A Better Approach
At EverydayCPA, we believe in honest assessment and practical solutions:
- Free initial consultation to understand your situation
- Realistic expectations about what can and cannot be achieved
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Multiple resolution strategies including Currently Non-Collectible status, installment agreements, and Offers in Compromise
- Ongoing support through the entire resolution process
Don't Let Fear Win
Whether the fear comes from the IRS or from tax resolution marketers, the answer is the same: get informed, get help from a trusted professional, and take action. A qualified CPA can review your situation and recommend the most appropriate path forward.
Contact EverydayCPA at 888-784-1040 for a confidential discussion about your tax situation.
