FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Enrolled Agent fees are generally less than tax attorney fees. Our hourly rate is $250; however, we can provide an accurate estimate of total charges once we understand the scope of work required.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1) We will have a no cost initial meeting to discuss your situation. 2) We will explain your options and estimate the cost. If you wish to proceed we require you to sign a contract and make a deposit for the discovery phase of our services before we begin. 3) We will contact the taxing authority, to see what they know about you. Conduct an interview regarding your income and expenses and any special issues regarding your situation. We will present your options to you and answer any questions you may have. Tax debt can be settled in a variety of ways including: Full pay plans, partial pay plans, offers in compromise, currently not collectible status and penalty and interest waiver.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Enrolled agents (EAs) are America’s tax experts. They are the only federally-licensed tax practitioners who both specialize in taxation and have unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service. These tax specialists have earned the privilege of representing taxpayers before the IRS by either passing a stringent and comprehensive three-part examination covering individual tax returns; business tax returns; and, representation, practice and procedure – or through relevant experience as a former IRS employee. All candidates are subjected to a rigorous background check conducted by the IRS.