Posted on Mon, Feb 06, 2012 @ 04:16 PM
Today we received a testimonial from one of our Tax Clients and we were so happy we wanted to show it off as soon as we could. Thanks Tony for the kind words:
"Choosing the right support in the financial area of my business is critical. When I sought out accounting and tax services, I looked for a company that had vast experience in a broad array of accounting and tax issues, including dealing with the IRS. I wanted a company that would be responsive and accessible since, as a businessman, sometimes I need an answer “at that moment”. Levy Tax Professionals has been nothing short of amazing. They certainly have been an integral part of my company’s success. By providing timely and useful information, they have allowed me to make better business decisions and increase my profitability. The responsiveness and experience of Marc Schiller has allowed me to focus on running my business without having to deal with outside distractions. I consider Levy Tax Professional to be an integral business partner for my company."
To receive the type of customer service that Tony has written about, please call us at 888-411-LEVY (5389) or fill out the form to the right and someone from our A+ BBB Rated staff will contact you shortly.
Posted on Tue, Jan 31, 2012 @ 12:41 PM
Recently the IRS eased up on the rules associated with smaller tax debts. Taxpayers with tax obligations up to $50,000 can now enter into streamlined agreements with up to 72 months to pay their tax obligations. These new rules have increased the liability for streamlined agreements from $25,000 to $50,000. Furthermore, by setting up a monthly payment plan, the IRS is now allowing up to 72 months for repayment.
A request for an installment agreement can't be turned down if the tax owed is less than $10,000 and all three of the following apply:
- During the past 5 tax years, you (and your spouse if filing a joint return) have timely filed all income tax returns and paid any income tax due, and have not entered into an installment agreement for payment of income tax.
- The IRS determines that you cannot pay the tax owed in full when it is due and you give the IRS any information needed to make that determination.
- You agree to pay the full amount you owe within 3 years and to comply with the tax laws while the agreement is in effect.
For questions regarding these new rules and to see if you may qualify, please call 888-411-LEVY (5389) or fill out the form to the right and someone from our A+ BBB Rated staff will contact you shortly.
Posted on Wed, Jan 25, 2012 @ 02:51 PM
In the wake of the recent bankruptcy filing by JK Harris and the legal issues that forced the closing of Roni Deutch, Levy and Associates, Inc., an A+ BBB Rated Tax Resolution firm is offering a Free Consultation along with Special Discount pricing for any and all former clients of the beleaguered firms. With the unfortunate closing of these 2 national firms, many of their clients are left out in the cold with no one to turn to or no one to trust.
Aside from proudly maintaining an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau, Levy and Associates, Inc. has been representing Tax Resolution clients since the early 90's. We are Family Owned and our experience is second to none as our staff consists of CPAs, Attorneys, Enrolled Agents and Former IRS Revenue Officers (some of which had been with the IRS for over 35 years). We specialize in customer service and are available 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK.
For more information or to set up a no-obligation consultation, please call our office at 888-411-LEVY (5389) or fill out the form to the right and someone from our staff will contact you shortly.
Posted on Mon, Jan 23, 2012 @ 11:36 AM
A Tennessee tax trouble client came to The Levy Group looking for help regarding a wage levy that would cause extreme financial hardship. The Tennessee taxpayer had delinquent returns for a few years and the IRS would not negotiate until the returns were filed. The Levy Group filed the delinquent returns and within one week, our experienced Tax Attorney contacted the IRS to get the wage levy released. This is just another one of our successful stories from our Tennessee Tax Resolution clients. Most of the time, there are ways to overcome tax troubles but you have to be civil in discussing them with the IRS. Of course, you will not have your levy removed completely just by being polite, but by dealing in good faith and showing that you take the tax situation seriously, a resolution to the tax matter is achievable in a timely and amicable fashion.
Posted on Mon, Jan 16, 2012 @ 10:10 AM
If you own a business in Michigan and have not paid your sales tax, the state will eventually computer generate assessments for you. These are generally over stated by thousands of dollars.
The State of Michigan will then file liens based on these assessments, and soon thereafter, they will attempt to collect the debt by issuing a bank levy.
Options that exist are as follows:
- Contact the state to determine which periods need to be filed and which periods have assessments on file.
- File all missing SUW (sales, use and withholding) forms. The filing of these will cause their computed assessments to adjust to what is commonly referred to as "actual" returns.
- If a balance is due, a request can be made to pay off the balance via an installment agreement. The terms of the repayment will vary from case to case - based on the financial condition of the business along with several other factors.
Keep in mind that the State of Michigan contracts with a third party debt collection - yes, a collection agency. They are known as MARCS or GC Services. Often times, the taxpayer is not aware that the toll free number that is calling them is NOT the state of Michigan, but is in fact a collection agency.
It is also possible that you will receive a visit or a letter from a local collection officer from state treasury. Generally, he\she will give a very short window to comply with various deadlines. If those deadlines are missed, the next action take is collection. Collection action may include bank levy's and seizures.
Before you do anything - it is wise to consult with Michigan's leader in tax resolution. Levy & Associates has represented state of Michigan businesses for decades. Call our office now for a free and confidential consultation: 888 411 LEVY or fill out he form to the right and someone from our A+ BBB Rated staff will contact you shortly.
Posted on Fri, Jan 06, 2012 @ 04:46 PM
Yesterday, the IRS announced new proposed guidelines to help provide relief to more Innocent Spouses seeking help from income tax liability. To view the complete announcement from the IRS website, click here.
If you are a potential Innocent Spouse client and would like a free consultation from an A+ Rated BBB Tax Resolution firm, please fill out the contact us form to the right or call us at 888-411-LEVY (5389).
Posted on Wed, Jan 04, 2012 @ 12:30 PM
We just posted this to our testimonial section but we thought we would put it in our blog as well. This testimonial came from a recent West Palm, Florida Tax Resolution Client, William C.
"I cannot recommend Levy & Associates,inc. more highly. At a time when I needed help in my fight with the Internal Revenue I was forced to make a cold call to Levy & Associates, Inc. based on selection of their current advertising. From the moment I made contact with the firm my fears concerning the Internal Revenue were given immediate relief. Levy & Associates took charge of my problem with the Internal revenue and began a fast course towards the solution of this problem. The associate assigned to me was overly qualified, respectful and courteous. The firm made communication with them available at any time needed making me part of the solution and encouraging me to ask questions I might be concerned about. My comfort level eventually returned to normal. the entire episode was a positive experience from the very beginning. Sound judgement and methodical application brought withdrawal of my federal tax lien to a close. I am extremelty grateful to Levy & Associates, Inc. for efforts on my behalf."
We pride ourselves on client interaction and client service. To contact us for a free, no hassle consultation, please fill out the form to the right or call us at 888-411-LEVY (5389). See what an A+ BBB Rated Tax Resolution Firm with over 20 years experience in the industry can do for you.
Posted on Thu, Dec 29, 2011 @ 09:02 AM
Looking for penalty abatement? An Ohio tax resolution client hired Levy & Associates for penalty abatement on a 2009 debt for his business. Our Tax Attorney contacted the Revenue officer the same day the Ohio client hired Levy & Associates and began to negotiate penalty abatement. Within 31 days, penalty abatement was approved and the client saved thousands of dollars by hiring Levy & Associates. The Ohio Tax Resolution client is now on a streamline business installment agreement to pay the delinquent tax liability minus the penalties. If you are having tax issues and a penalty abatement is an option, please fill out the form to the right and someone from our A+ BBB Rated staff will contact you shortly.
Posted on Tue, Dec 27, 2011 @ 08:32 AM
The innocent spouse request can often times be complicated. Even though your divorce decree specifies that your former spouse is liable for all taxes, the IRS does not have to honor that divorce judgement.
Yesterday, a client from Franklin, MI contacted the Levy office. The client had been previously married and filed several years as married filing jointly with the former spouse in which a balance was due to the IRS. The former spouse assured our new client that the IRS debt would be paid - however, as is often the case, the debt of course was not paid.
Now, a local revenue officer from the Farmington Hills Michigan IRS office has been assigned to the case. Within 30 minutes of the Levy office being retained, we contacted the revenue officer on their government issued cell phone and advised them to expect our power of attorney form via facsimile.
Prior to our involvement, the taxpayer had their CPA interacting with the revenue officer. The CPA believed that the innocent spouse claim and the IRS collections arena was beyond their skill set and decided to bring in the Levy team to save the day.
Innocent spouse claims are never easy. They are time consuming and often stir up sensitive topics and become filled with emotions. If you believe that an innocent spouse claim is applicable to you, call the tax professionals today at the Levy office for a confidential and free consultation. Call 888 411 LEVY today or fill out the contact us form to the right. Our staff will immediately begin to address your tax problems. Don't let your IRS troubles dampen the holiday season. By calling the Levy office today, your holiday season will be filled with more joy as you will see light at the end of the IRS tunnel.
Posted on Thu, Dec 22, 2011 @ 09:34 AM
A new Tennessee tax resolution client called for help in trying to determine the status of his latest filed tax return. The client is purchasing a new home and needed the return posted but had gotten no response from the many phone calls he had made to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for answers. With one phone call from one our Nashville Tax Attorneys, the taxpayer got his answer. His case was opened and closed in less than 4 hrs.
This is not a typical case but shows our commitment to helping all clients who may have issues the IRS no matter how large or small. We at Levy and Associates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For a FREE CONSULTATION, please fill out the form to the right and one of our A+ BBB rated Tax Consultants will contact you shortly.