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What is an Enrolled Agent? 

We often hear that the tax professionals qualified to represent you before the IRS are CPAs, tax attorneys, and enrolled agents. While the first two roles are more well-known, many are still confused about what exactly an enrolled agent is. An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally authorized tax practitioner who has technical expertise in […]

Affordable Tax Relief Named to 2024 Forbes Advisor ‘Best Of’ List for Tax Relief Services

The national tax firm was recognized for outstanding customer service, transparency, and industry leadership Affordable Tax Relief is proud to announce that it has been named to the 2024 Forbes Advisor ‘Best Of’ list for Tax Relief Services. This prestigious recognition highlights Optima’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional tax relief services to individuals and businesses […]

Can The IRS Really Take Everything I Own?

The IRS can seize your assets if you owe back taxes and fail to resolve your tax debt. This includes bank accounts, wages, and even physical property like cars or homes. Affordable Tax Relief CEO, David King, and Lead Tax Attorney, Philip Hwang, provide helpful insight on how you can resolve your tax burden and […]

Q3 2024 Estimated Taxes Are Due. Are You Prepared?

As the third quarter of 2024 comes to a close, taxpayers must remember a crucial deadline: Q3 estimated taxes are due. Whether you’re self-employed, an investor, or someone with substantial income not subject to withholding, making timely estimated tax payments is essential to avoid penalties and stay on the good side of the IRS. Here’s […]

Can the IRS Seize Your State Tax Refund? 

The IRS, as the federal tax collection agency, has broad powers to collect unpaid taxes. While it can garnish wages, seize assets, and levy bank accounts to satisfy federal tax debts, the question arises: Can the IRS seize your state tax refund to pay off federal tax liabilities? The answer is yes — under the […]