IRS penalty abatement. Pay what you owe, not the extras.
Penalties can add up to a big part of an IRS balance. In many cases they can be removed, along with the interest charged on them. We check whether you qualify and make the request for you.
Sound familiar?
- Penalties make up a big chunk of what the IRS says you owe.
- This is the first time you've had trouble with the IRS.
- Something outside your control, like an illness, a death in the family or a disaster, got in the way.
- You followed advice from the IRS, in writing, and it turned out to be wrong.
How we fix it
- 1
We review your penalties
We pull your IRS records to see which penalties were charged, when, and which kinds of relief you may qualify for.
You: e-sign the authorization form.
- 2
We build the request
We prepare a first-time relief request or a reasonable cause request, backed by the right documents.
You: share any records that support what happened.
- 3
We follow through
We submit the request, follow up with the IRS, and appeal if it's denied and an appeal makes sense.
You: watch your balance go down if it's approved.
Types of penalty relief
What it costs
- The consultation is free, with no obligation.
- One flat fee, agreed in writing before any paid work starts.
- No surprise invoices, and you never pay the IRS through us.
The IRS decides every request, so we can't guarantee approval. We'll tell you how strong your case looks before you hire us.
Common questions
Does penalty relief remove interest too?
It removes the interest that was charged on the penalties. Interest on the underlying tax generally stays.
Can I get back penalties I already paid?
Often, yes. A penalty relief request can lead to a refund of penalties already paid, within the IRS's time limits for claims.
Can penalties be removed if I still owe the tax?
Yes. You don't have to pay the balance first to request relief, and removing penalties can make a payment plan more affordable.
Paying more than you should? Let's check your penalties.
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