Services
At Points North Tax, we specialize in tax resolution services tailored to the unique needs of individuals and businesses. Whether you're facing IRS challenges, enforcement actions with a State agency, or seeking proactive tax strategies, we develop customized solutions to help you regain financial stability and peace of mind. Beyond resolution, our extensive network of trusted partners enables us to assist with tax planning, accounting, and even complex legal matters. No matter your tax situation, we provide expert guidance and a strategic path forward.
Offers In Compromise
An Offer in Compromise (OIC) is a tax relief option that allows qualified taxpayers to settle their IRS debt for less than the full amount owed. If you’re facing overwhelming tax debt and struggling to pay, an OIC may provide the fresh start you need. At Points North Tax, we guide you through every step of the OIC process, ensuring your application is properly prepared and supported by strong financial documentation. Our team will assess your eligibility, negotiate with the IRS, States, or Local tax agency on your behalf, and work toward securing the most favorable settlement possible.
Levies, Liens, Wage Garnishments, and Enforced Collections
When collection agencies take enforced collection action, such as wage garnishments, bank levies, or tax liens, it can create serious financial hardship. These aggressive measures are used to collect unpaid taxes, but you have options to stop or reduce their impact. We specialize in helping taxpayers regain control. Whether your wages are being garnished, your bank account has been levied, or a tax lien threatens your property, our experienced team can negotiate with the IRS or State to release or modify these actions. We work quickly to protect your assets, secure relief options, and develop a plan to resolve your tax debt.
If you’ve received a Final Notice of Intent to Levy or are facing IRS enforcement, don’t wait—contact us today to take action and protect what matters most.
Affordable IRS & State Tax Payment Plans
If you owe taxes but can’t pay the full amount upfront, an installment agreement allows you to break your debt into manageable monthly payments. Whether your tax liability is with the IRS or state tax authorities, setting up a structured payment plan can help you avoid wage garnishments, bank levies, and other collection actions.
Don’t let tax debt overwhelm you—contact us today to explore installment agreement options and take control of your financial future.
Trust Fund Recovery Penalty & Personal Assessment Representation
The IRS and states aggressively pursue the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP) or Personal Assessments against business owners, officers, and even employees it deems responsible for unpaid payroll taxes. If you’ve been assessed or are under investigation for TFRP, the financial and legal consequences can be severe—including personal liability for payroll tax debts. We provide strategic representation to defend against TFRP assessments, minimize liability, and negotiate resolutions. We analyze your case, challenge improper assessments, and advocate on your behalf before the tax authorities. Whether through penalty abatement, installment agreements, or other settlement options, we work to protect your assets and your business.
Innocent Spouse Relief: Protect Yourself from Unfair Tax Debt
If you’re facing tax liability due to your spouse’s or ex-spouse’s actions, you may qualify for relief. Innocent Spouse Relief and Injured Spouse Relief are designed to protect individuals from being unfairly held responsible for tax issues caused by their spouse. Innocent Spouse Relief: If your spouse or former spouse improperly reported or failed to report income, leading to a tax debt you weren’t aware of, this relief can free you from liability. Injured Spouse Relief: If your tax refund was applied to your spouse’s past-due debts (such as unpaid taxes, child support, or student loans), you may be eligible to reclaim your portion of the refund. We help you navigate the IRS’s strict requirements, file the necessary forms, and fight for the relief you deserve. Contact us today to explore your options and protect your financial future.
Penalty Abatement: Reduce or Eliminate IRS & State Tax Penalties
Tax penalties can quickly add up, making it even harder to resolve your tax debt. Whether you're facing IRS penalties for late filing, late payment, or underpayment—or dealing with state tax penalties—you may qualify for penalty abatement, which can reduce or even eliminate these extra charges. We help taxpayers secure relief by demonstrating reasonable cause for penalty removal, such as financial hardship, serious illness, or unavoidable circumstances. Our team carefully reviews your case, prepares a compelling request, and negotiates directly with the tax authorities to minimize your total debt.
Currently Non-Collectible & Hardship Status
If you’re unable to pay your tax debt without risking financial hardship, you may qualify for Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status. This designation temporarily halts collection efforts, including wage garnishments, bank levies, and payment demands, giving you the breathing room you need to regain financial stability. While your tax debt won’t disappear, CNC status can provide critical relief by pausing enforcement actions until your financial situation improves.
Business Tax Matters: Payroll, Sales Tax, & Unfiled Returns
Unresolved business tax issues can quickly spiral out of control, with penalties and interest compounding quarter after quarter. If you’ve fallen behind on payroll taxes (941s, 940s), sales tax, or unfiled business tax returns, the IRS and state tax agencies can take aggressive action—leading to bank levies, asset seizures, and even personal liability for business owners. We will help you file past-due payroll tax returns to avoid escalating penalties, resolve sales tax liabilities, address corporate or partnership returns, and negotiate a long-term solution to reduce your total debt.
State Tax Resolution & Amnesty Programs: Settle Your State Tax Debt
Unresolved state tax debt can lead to severe consequences, including wage garnishments, bank levies, and even the suspension of business or professional licenses. Many states offer tax amnesty programs that provide a limited-time opportunity to reduce penalties, waive interest, or settle tax debts for less than the full amount owed. We handle a wide range of state tax matters, including State Tax Amnesty Programs – Helping you take advantage of special settlement opportunities; State Tax Audits & Appeals – Defending you against audit findings and negotiating better outcomes; Sales & Use Tax Issues – Resolving disputes related to sales tax compliance; Business & Payroll Tax Problems – Addressing state tax liabilities for businesses.
Partial Payment Installment Agreement: Pay Less Over Time
A Partial Payment Installment Agreement (PPIA) is a tax resolution option that allows you to make affordable monthly payments on your IRS or state tax debt, regardless of how much you owe and the potential to pay less than the full amount owed. Unlike a standard installment agreement, a PPIA takes into account the Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED)—the deadline by which the IRS or state tax agency can legally collect a debt. If the CSED expires before the full balance is paid, the remaining debt may be forgiven. We negotiate with the IRS or state tax authorities to secure a payment plan that fits your budget. Our goal is to minimize your total tax burden while ensuring compliance, so you can move forward with confidence.
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$250 Million
We’ve helped clients reduce, negotiate, and settle $100’s of millions of dollars in IRS and state tax liabilities
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