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What Are Tax Resolution Services? A Plain-Language Guide (2026)
- Sabih Shafi E.A
- Jul 15
- 1 min read
'Tax resolution' sounds like jargon, but it just means getting you out of trouble with the IRS or your state — and keeping you out. Here's what it actually involves.
What tax resolution services include
Pulling and reading your IRS transcripts; filing back or unfiled returns to get you compliant; negotiating what you owe down where possible; setting up a payment plan, settlement (Offer in Compromise), or hardship status; getting levies and wage garnishments released; and abating penalties.
Who needs it
Anyone with IRS or state back taxes, unfiled returns, a notice they don't understand, a levy or garnishment, or a balance they can't pay in full. It's especially common for the self-employed, 1099 contractors, and small-business owners who didn't pay quarterly estimates.
Who should do it — and why an Enrolled Agent matters
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is federally licensed by the IRS and can represent you in all 50 states — the same representation rights as a CPA or attorney for tax matters. You want a licensed representative, not a call-center 'tax relief' mill.
What does it cost?
It depends on complexity. A simple tax investigation starts around $650; full resolution cases are priced by the work involved. A reputable firm scopes it and quotes a flat fee up front — and most start with a free review.
Sabih Shafi, EA — All State Tax Resolution. Enrolled-Agent prepared. General information, not individual tax or legal advice; eligibility for any IRS program depends on your specific facts.
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