Income Tax Resolution
Income Tax Resolution Services
Relief. Resolution. A Fresh Start.
Receiving a notice from the IRS or the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) can be one of the most stressful experiences a taxpayer faces. Unfiled returns, unpaid balances, audits, liens, levies, and wage garnishments can quickly spiral into serious financial and legal consequences. At Bay Area Tax Pros, we specialize in income tax resolution — helping individuals and businesses navigate complex tax problems with the IRS and FTB and reach workable, lasting solutions.
Tax agencies have broad enforcement powers, and the longer a tax problem goes unresolved, the more costly it becomes. Penalties accumulate, interest compounds, and the IRS and FTB can take aggressive collection actions. Our team works proactively on your behalf to stop collection activity, communicate directly with the tax authorities, and negotiate the most favorable resolution possible given your unique circumstances.
Comprehensive Tax Resolution for IRS & FTB Issues
Whether you owe back taxes to the IRS, have an outstanding balance with the California FTB, or are facing enforcement action from both agencies simultaneously, our team has the expertise to represent you and protect your interests. We understand the procedural rules, deadlines, and negotiation strategies that lead to effective resolutions — and we guide you through every step of the process.
From the initial assessment of your tax situation through final resolution, we serve as your advocate and representative before the IRS and the FTB. You should never face a tax agency alone — our experienced professionals ensure that your rights are protected and your case is handled with the attention it deserves.
Our Income Tax Resolution Services Include:
- IRS and FTB audit representation and response
- Offer in Compromise (OIC) — negotiate a settlement for less than the full amount owed
- Installment agreements and payment plan negotiations with the IRS and FTB
- Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status applications
- Penalty abatement requests and interest reduction strategies
- Release of IRS and FTB tax liens and levies
- Wage garnishment release and bank levy relief
- Unfiled tax return preparation and compliance restoration
- Innocent spouse relief filings
- IRS and FTB collection appeals and due process hearings
Important: Both the IRS and the California FTB operate under strict deadlines. Missing a response window or appeals deadline can eliminate your right to contest a tax assessment or take advantage of resolution options. Acting quickly is critical.
IRS Resolution — Federal Tax Problems
The Internal Revenue Service has a wide range of enforcement tools including federal tax liens, bank levies, wage garnishments, and seizure of assets. If you’ve received an IRS notice — whether a CP2000 notice of underreported income, a Notice of Deficiency, a Final Notice of Intent to Levy, or a Revenue Officer contact — our team will assess your situation, respond on your behalf, and work toward a resolution that stops collection activity and gets you back into compliance.
We have experience navigating the IRS Collections Division, Appeals Office, and Taxpayer Advocate Service to find the most efficient path to resolution for our clients — whether that’s a structured payment plan, an Offer in Compromise, or another avenue that addresses your specific financial situation.
FTB Resolution — California State Tax Problems
The California Franchise Tax Board is one of the most aggressive state tax agencies in the country. The FTB can intercept state tax refunds, place liens on property, issue bank levies, and garnish wages with minimal advance notice. California residents often find themselves dealing with both an IRS liability and an FTB liability simultaneously, which requires a coordinated resolution strategy.
Our team is well-versed in FTB procedures, California-specific resolution programs, and the nuances that differ from federal IRS processes. We communicate directly with the FTB on your behalf, respond to notices, dispute incorrect assessments, and pursue settlement options available under California law — including the FTB’s own installment agreement program and financial hardship provisions.
Why Choose Us?
- Direct representation before both the IRS and the California FTB
- Experienced in audit defense, collections, liens, levies, and appeals
- Coordinated resolution strategy when both federal and state agencies are involved
- Transparent communication and realistic guidance — no empty promises
- Responsive, year-round availability throughout the resolution process
- Integrated tax, accounting, and compliance expertise under one roof
Tax problems don’t resolve themselves — and delays only make them worse. Let Bay Area Tax Pros stand between you and the IRS and FTB, fight for the most favorable outcome possible, and help you achieve the financial fresh start you deserve.
Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation and take the first step toward resolving your tax problem for good.
Common Tax Notices We Handle
Common Questions Answered
Tax resolution is the process of resolving outstanding tax debts or disputes with tax authorities such as the IRS or California FTB. Depending on your situation, resolution may involve negotiating a payment plan, submitting an Offer in Compromise, requesting penalty abatement, or releasing a lien or levy. Our team evaluates your specific circumstances and works directly with the applicable agency to reach the most favorable outcome.
Yes. We represent clients before both the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at the federal level and the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) at the state level. Many of our clients have liabilities with both agencies, and we develop a coordinated strategy to address both simultaneously so nothing falls through the cracks.
An Offer in Compromise (OIC) allows qualifying taxpayers to settle their IRS or FTB tax debt for less than the full amount owed. Eligibility is based on your ability to pay, income, expenses, and asset equity. Not everyone qualifies, and submitting a poorly prepared OIC can delay resolution. We evaluate your financials carefully before recommending this option and prepare a thorough, well-supported submission on your behalf.
Both the IRS and the FTB can levy your bank account or garnish your wages to collect unpaid taxes. Once we are engaged as your representative, we contact the agency immediately and work to obtain a release by demonstrating financial hardship, negotiating a payment arrangement, or pursuing another resolution. Time is critical — the sooner you contact us, the faster we can act.
Unfiled returns are one of the most common tax problems and one of the most important to address quickly. Both the IRS and the FTB can file substitute returns on your behalf — typically with no deductions or credits — and then pursue collection on that inflated balance. We prepare and file all outstanding returns, bring you back into compliance, and negotiate the most favorable resolution possible for any resulting balances.
The timeline varies depending on the complexity of your case and the type of resolution pursued. Simple penalty abatement or installment agreements can often be resolved in a few weeks. An Offer in Compromise with the IRS typically takes six to twelve months or more to process. We keep you informed throughout the process and manage all agency correspondence on your behalf so you're never left wondering about your case status.
Ready to Resolve Your Tax Problem?
Our team is ready to review your IRS or FTB situation and help you understand your options — with no obligation.
Schedule a Free Consultation (415) 265-1567