Tax history assessment
We review your filing history, identify missing returns, and gather all available tax documents. We coordinate with the IRS, NYS, and NYC to obtain transcripts and missing information.
Tax services
Back tax resolution for Queens taxpayers
Structured payment plans, offer in compromise evaluations, and coordinated filing for multi-year tax debt in Queens, NY.
- Chronological filing of missing returns to establish compliance
- Installment agreement negotiation with realistic payment terms
- Offer in compromise preparation for eligible taxpayers
Tell us about your needs
Service overview
How we help with prior year catch up
We organize missing returns chronologically and prepare them with current year extensions when needed to avoid stacked penalties. Our CPAs review all unfiled years systematically, gathering W-2s, 1099s, and other income documents to reconstruct accurate returns. We coordinate with the IRS and New York State to obtain missing documents and verify income when records are incomplete. We file returns in the correct order to establish a clean compliance history.
Installment agreements are negotiated with realistic payment terms based on your Queens income and expense patterns. We evaluate your ability to pay using IRS standards, prepare Form 9465 with supporting documentation, and negotiate payment terms that fit your cash flow. We monitor payment status and coordinate with collection agencies to prevent wage garnishment or bank levies. We also explore currently not collectible status when appropriate.
We prepare offers in compromise when tax debt exceeds reasonable collection potential. We calculate your reasonable collection potential using IRS guidelines, document special circumstances like medical expenses or business losses, and prepare Form 656 with all required documentation. We coordinate appeals when offers are rejected and represent you in collection due process hearings.
Penalty abatement requests are filed for reasonable cause including death, serious illness, or natural disasters. We document circumstances with supporting evidence and prepare Form 843 with detailed explanations. We coordinate with tax professionals in other states for multi-jurisdictional debt and ensure all collection actions are stayed during resolution.
What's included
Comprehensive prior year catch up service
- Systematic review and preparation of all unfiled tax returns
- Coordination with IRS and NYS to obtain missing income documents
- Installment agreement preparation (Form 9465) with payment schedules
- Currently not collectible status evaluation and documentation
- Offer in compromise preparation (Form 656) with RCP calculations
- Penalty abatement requests (Form 843) for reasonable cause
- Multi-year tax liability calculations and payment projections
- Collection due process coordination and hearing representation
- State tax debt resolution for New York and other states
- Wage garnishment and bank levy prevention strategies
- Documented workpapers for all resolution strategies
- Ongoing monitoring of payment status and account changes
- Coordination with other tax professionals for multi-state debt
- Post-resolution compliance planning and estimated tax setup
Common situations
Who benefits from prior year catch up
- Queens taxpayers who stopped filing during financial hardship and now want to resolve accumulated tax debt
- Individuals who moved frequently and lost track of filing obligations across multiple years
- Self-employed Queens residents who underreported income and face multi-year back taxes
- Taxpayers who received IRS notices for unfiled returns and need coordinated resolution
- Queens residents with medical emergencies that prevented timely filing and payment
- Individuals with multi-state tax debt who need coordinated resolution across jurisdictions
- Taxpayers facing wage garnishment who need immediate payment plan setup
- Queens homeowners who underreported rental income over several years
- Self-employed individuals who didn't make estimated payments and owe multi-year taxes
- Taxpayers with foreign income reporting obligations that were not met in prior years
Our process
How we handle your prior year catch up
Liability calculation
We prepare all missing returns chronologically and calculate total tax liability including penalties and interest. We identify the most efficient resolution strategy based on your financial situation.
Resolution strategy development
We evaluate installment agreements, offers in compromise, penalty abatements, and other relief options. We prepare all necessary forms and documentation for your chosen strategy.
Negotiation and filing
We submit resolution requests to the IRS and state agencies, negotiate payment terms, and monitor approval status. We coordinate multiple strategies when needed for complex cases.
Payment setup and monitoring
We establish payment plans, set up automatic payments, and monitor account status. We provide quarterly updates and adjust plans as your financial situation changes.
Compliance maintenance
We ensure ongoing compliance with current year filings and estimated payments. We remain available to address any future IRS or state agency contacts.
Queens expertise
Local knowledge for Queens taxpayers
- We understand New York City and New York State tax collection procedures specific to Queens residents
- We coordinate with NYC Department of Finance for local tax debt resolution
- We handle Queens-specific income sources including rental properties and local business income
- We coordinate with Queens-based employers on wage garnishment prevention
- We ensure compliance with New York State tax amnesty programs when available
- We handle NYC unincorporated business tax debt for Queens self-employed individuals
- We coordinate local property tax issues that may affect overall tax resolution
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Frequently asked questions
Answers for Queens, NY taxpayers
How long does back tax resolution take in Queens, NY?
Resolution timelines vary by complexity. Simple installment agreements are approved within 30 days, while offers in compromise can take 6-24 months. We prioritize urgent cases like pending levies and provide status updates throughout the process.
Can you prevent wage garnishment for Queens taxpayers?
We coordinate with the IRS and state agencies to establish payment plans that prevent collection actions. If levy notices are received, we can request stays and negotiate resolution before enforcement. We also help resolve existing garnishments when possible.
Do you handle multi-state back taxes from Queens, NY?
Yes. We coordinate resolution across all states where you have tax obligations, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and others. We ensure consistent strategies and coordinated payment plans across jurisdictions.
What documentation do you need for back tax resolution in Queens, NY?
We need all available tax documents, income records, expense documentation, and financial statements. For offers in compromise, we also need asset valuations, medical records (if applicable), and hardship documentation. We help obtain missing IRS transcripts and W-2s.
Can self-employed Queens taxpayers get payment plans?
Yes. We evaluate income and expenses to establish realistic payment terms. Self-employed taxpayers often qualify for longer payment periods due to business expense deductions and variable income patterns. We also help set up proper estimated tax payments going forward.
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