IRS Resolution & Audit Support
Facing IRS letters, audits, or back taxes? Our enrolled agents step in so you don't have to deal with the IRS alone.
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Receiving an IRS notice is one of the most stressful experiences a business owner can face. Without the right representation, you may inadvertently say the wrong thing, miss deadlines, or agree to pay more than you actually owe. The IRS is experienced at collecting — you need an experienced advocate on your side.
How Vertex Helps
Our IRS Enrolled Agents are federally authorized to represent you before the IRS at all administrative levels. We handle all communication with the IRS directly, analyze your liability, and work to achieve the best possible resolution — whether through payment plans, penalty abatement, offer in compromise, or audit defense.
What's Included
- IRS notice analysis and response preparation
- Audit representation (correspondence, office, and field audits)
- Offer in Compromise preparation and negotiation
- Installment agreement setup and management
- Penalty abatement requests
- Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status applications
- Innocent spouse relief claims
- Liens and levies — release and prevention
Who This Is For
- Business owners who received an IRS audit notice
- Individuals or businesses with significant back tax balances
- Anyone who has received IRS collection letters or threats of levy
- Business owners with unfiled returns creating tax liability
- Taxpayers who disagree with an IRS assessment
- Those seeking to settle tax debt for less than the full amount owed
“The IRS was threatening to levy my business bank account. Vertex stepped in, stopped the levy within 48 hours, and resolved $180,000 in back taxes for a fraction of that amount.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an IRS Enrolled Agent?
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally licensed tax practitioner who has passed a comprehensive IRS examination and is authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS at all levels — unlike CPAs or attorneys, this is the EA's primary specialty.
How quickly can you respond to an IRS notice?
We review notices same-day and can file protective responses within 24-48 hours when time-sensitive deadlines are involved.
What is an Offer in Compromise?
An OIC is a program that allows qualifying taxpayers to settle their tax debt for less than the full amount owed. Not everyone qualifies, but we assess your eligibility during the initial consultation.
Do I need to talk to the IRS myself?
No. With a signed Power of Attorney, we handle all IRS communication on your behalf. You don't need to speak with the IRS at all.
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