Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions, so you can feel confident taking action to resolve your tax debt.
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What You Should Know (FAQ)
What Is Tax Relief?
Tax relief refers to various strategies and programs designed to help individuals or businesses reduce their tax liabilities, settle back taxes, or negotiate more manageable payment terms with the IRS. At Fundament Marketing, clients benefit from a range of personalized services such as Offer in Compromise, Installment Agreements, and Penalty Abatement, which are aimed at alleviating the financial burden caused by tax debt. These solutions help taxpayers navigate complex IRS processes while ensuring compliance and reducing stress.
How Does Fundament Marketing Work?
Fundament Marketing’s industry-leading approach to tax relief brings clients unparalleled transparency, service, and results.
Step One: It starts with a free, no-obligation consultation.
Step Two: Our Investigation Department conducts a comprehensive review of your tax issues to design the best possible solutions for your personal situation.
Step Three: Our award-winning team of tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents (EAs) will negotiate with the IRS on your behalf to secure the best outcome possible. And if you owe state taxes in addition to federal (IRS) tax issues, our team will handle those issues through the process as well.
How long does the tax relief process take?
Every case is different, and each comes with its own unique challenges. Although most tax relief cases are resolved anywhere from 2 to 12 months, we will be able to give you a better timeline once we determine the complexity of your case. The time frame will vary based on the client’s level of cooperation and the response time from the relevant taxing authority. Rest assured; we will do all we can to get you the best possible result in the quickest time possible.
How much will Fundament Marketing save me?
Each case is unique. It’s important to manage expectations and understand that we may not be able to save you any money at all. We have been very successful in resolving, reducing, and settling tax liabilities for those clients who qualify. In fact, we have resolved over $100 million in tax liabilities for our clients. Once we evaluate your case, we will be able to determine what, if any, tax resolution options you qualify for.
What does a free tax relief consultation cover?
During your free, no-obligation tax consultation, one of our knowledgeable tax associates will review your case and discuss the services we offer that can help solve your tax issues. Some of these services include:
- Representing you before the IRS
- Completing all necessary tax preparation, including overdue returns
- Ending wage garnishments and levies
- Setting up installment agreements
- Setting up a non-collectible hardship status
- Preventing the seizure of assets
- Removing tax liens
- Audit defense and reconsideration
- Negotiating an offer in compromise
What do I do if I receive an IRS letter?
Receiving an IRS notice in the mail can be scary, but the situation can be less daunting if you know what to do. If you’re a Clarity client, you should notify your case manager of any new notices you receive.
How does a settlement work?
First, a taxpayer must meet the qualifications for one of the IRS tax settlement programs. After completing and returning the appropriate forms to the IRS, the taxpayer will begin the settlement process. This is where Fundament Marketing can help improve the outcome of the settlement. The settlement terms dictate the timing and payoff amount; the tax liability is considered fully resolved if all stipulations and deadlines are fulfilled.
What are the primary settlement benefits?
Minimize payment to the IRS: Depending on your individual situation, a tax settlement may result in a lower payment to the IRS. Multiple factors play into the unique terms of the settlement, which is why a free consultation is recommended.
Minimize liens and garnishments: A tax settlement may prevent the placement of a tax lien on your home or business, wage garnishment or a bank levy on your account.
Who is eligible?
IRS settlements may be available to individuals that are struggling with their tax debts or have valid reasons to abate their penalties. Not everyone is eligible for tax settlement and approval is subject on a case by case basis. In fact, most taxpayers are not eligible – only specific cases qualify.
Begin Your Journey With Us To A Better Financial Future
- Free Tax Consultation
- Tax Liability Investigation & Resolution Propsal
- Tax Preparation & Compliance
- Tax Settlement & Tax Negotiation