There is an old saying.... why pay someone else to do something you can do yourself. That holds true when dealing with tax relief companies that promise to work on your behalf to get federal tax-debt forgiveness
There is an old saying.... why pay someone else to do something you can do yourself. That holds true when dealing with tax relief companies that promise to work on your behalf to get federal tax-debt forgiveness. Nebraska Better Business Bureau CEO and President Jim Hegerty says be very careful when dealing with these companies.
Jim Hegerty, Nebraska Better Business Bureau President and CEO; "at no charge."
There have been reports of tax relief companies making unauthorized withdrawals from client bank or credit accounts to cover hidden fees.
For those with unpaid tax debt the IRS does offer a couple legitimate options including payment plans and they do offer a reduction or abatement for penalties due in certain hardship situations.
Have you done you taxes yet? Nebraska Better Business Bureau President and CEO Jim Hegerty says be very careful selecting a tax preparer.
Hegerty; "charges are involved."
Hegerty says if you end up owing the IRS money don't fall for tax relief companies that make a lot of promises, for a fee, they can get you a reduction or debt forgiveness. The IRS does offer several options but total forgiveness is rare.
Scammers are looking to make a buck at your expense. Nebraska Better Business Bureau President and CEO Jim Hegerty says be very careful if you get an email claiming to be from the IRS.
Hegerty; "your computer."
Hegerty says be very careful if you decide to use a tax-relief company that promises to work with the IRS to forgive your debt. Total tax forgiveness is very rare but the IRS may offer a reduction or abatement but that is something you can work directly with the IRS to achieve. Many of these companies have hidden fees and have no problem making unauthorized withdrawals from client bank or credit accounts.
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