The moment Sarah walked through our Rowlett office door last summer, I could see the weight of the world on her shoulders. “Allen, I haven’t slept in weeks,” she confessed, sliding a stack of IRS notices across my desk. “They’re threatening to take my house. I don’t know what to do.”
Sarah’s story isn’t unusual here in North Texas. Every week, I sit across from hardworking people who are terrified because they’ve fallen behind on their taxes. Maybe it was a medical emergency that drained their savings. Perhaps their small business hit rough waters. Or like Tom, a contractor I helped last year, they simply received bad advice from an unqualified tax preparer.
Whatever the reason, the fear is the same. The sleepless nights. The dread every time the phone rings. The panic every time you check the mail. 📬
But here’s what I want you to know right now: You are not alone, and there IS a way forward. 🌅
“But the IRS Says I Owe $87,000… How Is That Even Possible?” 😱
That’s exactly what Miguel, a restaurant owner in downtown Rowlett, asked during our first meeting. After losing revenue during a major street construction project that blocked access to his business for eight months, he’d fallen behind on payroll taxes. He knew he owed something, but the balance had ballooned with penalties and interest.
“The original tax was maybe $30,000,” he told me, “but now they’re saying I owe nearly triple that!”
This is something most local residents don’t realize about tax debt – it doesn’t just sit there. It grows. And it grows FAST. The IRS charges both interest AND multiple penalties simultaneously. I’ve seen cases where the original tax debt doubled in just 18-24 months.
When I explained this to Miguel, he slumped in his chair. “So I’m just supposed to come up with $87,000? That’s impossible. I might as well close my doors now.”
But that’s not what happened. Not even close. 💪
Tax Resolution in Rowlett: How We Help Clients Escape IRS Trouble Fast 🛠️
Let me tell you what actually happened with Miguel. After reviewing his financial situation, we determined he qualified for an Offer in Compromise – one of the most powerful tax resolution tools available.
🔥 Offer in Compromise = IRS Settlement for Less Than You Owe 🔥
- Miguel’s $87,000 tax debt was settled for $28,500
- We arranged a 24-month payment plan
- His restaurant stayed open and thriving
“I thought I was going to lose everything,” Miguel told me afterward. “Now I can actually see a future again. You saved my business.”
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Miguel’s case isn’t unusual. Last year alone, I helped dozens of business owners and individuals find similar relief through various tax resolution strategies.
Wage Garnishment in North Texas: How to Stop the IRS From Taking Your Paycheck 😨
“They’re taking 25% of my paycheck every month! Can they even do that?”
That’s what Jennifer, a nurse at a local hospital, asked when she first came to see me. The answer is yes – the IRS can garnish your wages without getting a court order first. And they don’t take just a little. They can take a BIG chunk of your hard-earned money.
Jennifer had ignored several notices because, in her words, “I knew I couldn’t pay, so what was the point?” Unfortunately, the IRS interpreted her silence as refusal to cooperate.
Within days of our first meeting, we filed the paperwork to get the garnishment released by setting up a reasonable installment agreement. Instead of the crippling 25% garnishment, we negotiated payments of just $375 per month. The relief on Jennifer’s face was immediate. 😌
“I can actually pay my rent again,” she said with tears in her eyes.
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“I Made a Mistake on My Taxes, But My Ex-Spouse Is the One Who Prepared Them!” 💔
This was David’s situation when he came to our Rowlett office. After his divorce, he discovered his ex-spouse had been hiding income on their joint returns for years. Now the IRS was coming after both of them for substantial back taxes, penalties, and interest.
“I signed the returns,” David admitted. “But I had no idea there was unreported income. I trusted her to handle our finances.”
This is where Innocent Spouse Relief came to the rescue. This powerful provision is designed for people who unknowingly signed incorrect joint returns. After gathering evidence and presenting David’s case, the IRS agreed he shouldn’t be held responsible for his ex-spouse’s dishonesty.
His portion of the tax debt? Completely wiped out. 🧹
I wish you could have seen the relief on his face when I gave him the news. “I’ve been carrying this burden for three years,” he told me. “I feel like I can breathe again for the first time since my divorce.”
“I’m On a Fixed Income Now… There’s No Way I Can Pay This” ⏱️
Martha retired after 40 years as a teacher in Rowlett. She’d always been careful with money, but her late husband had handled their investments. After he passed away, she discovered he’d taken an early withdrawal from his IRA but never reported it. Now the IRS was demanding $48,000 she simply didn’t have.
“I live on my teacher’s pension,” she explained. “After rent, utilities, and medications, there’s barely anything left. How am I supposed to pay this?”
For Martha, we pursued Currently Not Collectible status. When paying your tax debt would prevent you from affording basic living expenses, the IRS can temporarily halt collection activities. While interest still accrues, it gives you breathing room to get back on your feet.
We also requested an abatement of the penalties, arguing that Martha had no knowledge of the early withdrawal. The IRS agreed to remove nearly $12,000 in penalties, and with the Currently Not Collectible status in place, Martha could sleep easy knowing her pension wouldn’t be seized.
“I was so scared they would take my home,” she told me. “Now I don’t have to choose between my medications and my tax debt. You gave me my peace of mind back.”
The Human Side of Tax Problems 🫂
Here’s what I’ve learned after helping hundreds of North Texas taxpayers: Tax problems aren’t just financial. They’re deeply emotional. They affect your sleep, your relationships, your health, and your sense of security.
I remember Robert, a self-employed plumber who avoided going to the doctor despite concerning symptoms because he was afraid the IRS would take whatever money he had saved. By the time he finally sought medical care, his condition had worsened significantly.
When he told me this story from his hospital bed, I promised myself I would do even more to spread the word: Tax problems have solutions. No one should put their health or wellbeing at risk because of IRS debt.
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“I Tried Calling the IRS Myself… I Was On Hold for Three Hours!” ⏰
That’s a common frustration I hear from local residents. Carlos, a small business owner, told me he’d spent countless hours trying to resolve his tax issues directly with the IRS.
“Every time I called, I got a different person. I’d explain everything, then they’d tell me they needed more information or I needed to talk to a different department. It was like being stuck in a maze with no exit.”
This is why having a tax resolution specialist in your corner makes such a difference. As an Enrolled Agent, I speak the IRS’s language. I know which forms to file, which programs you qualify for, and how to present your case in the most favorable light. I can navigate the bureaucracy while you focus on what matters – your family, your business, your life.
For Carlos, this meant the difference between closing his landscaping business and keeping fifteen people employed. “You handled in two weeks what I couldn’t get done in six months of trying,” he told me afterward.
Not All Tax Relief Companies Are Created Equal ⚠️
I need to address something important. You’ve probably heard radio ads promising to settle your tax debt for “pennies on the dollar.” You’ve seen the late-night TV commercials with dramatic announcers and too-good-to-be-true promises.
Let me be straight with you: while legitimate tax relief options absolutely exist, some companies use high-pressure sales tactics to collect large upfront fees with little intention of delivering the promised results.
Melissa came to me after paying $5,000 to one such company. “They promised they could fix everything,” she told me. “But after they got my money, I could never reach my case manager. Weeks would go by without updates.”
After six months, this company had filled out basic forms that Melissa could have completed herself, and her tax problems remained unsolved.
In my Rowlett practice, tax resolution involves:
- A careful analysis of your specific situation
- Clear explanations of your options
- Reasonable expectations
- Transparent pricing
Anyone promising specific results before reviewing your case in detail is not being honest with you.
Taking That First Step Forward 🚶♂️
Remember Sarah from the beginning of this story? Her tax debt stemmed from a failed business venture during difficult economic times. After assessing her situation, we determined she qualified for a Partial Pay Installment Agreement.
This meant she could make payments that actually fit her budget, and after a certain period (assuming her financial situation didn’t improve dramatically), the remaining debt would expire due to the collection statute of limitations.
The day we finalized her agreement, she brought her teenage daughter with her to my office. As we wrapped up the paperwork, her daughter hugged her and said, “Mom, you’re smiling again.”
That’s when Sarah told me something I’ll never forget: “For the past three years, I’ve been just existing, not living. I’ve been afraid to plan for the future, afraid to hope for anything better. Now I can start living again. Thank you.”
That’s why I do this work. It’s not just about resolving tax debt. It’s about giving people their lives back.
Ready to Solve Your Tax Problems and Keep More of Your Hard-Earned Money? 🔓
If you’re struggling with IRS problems, remember this: No tax problem is unsolvable. Whether you owe $10,000 or $1,000,000, there are legitimate options available to you right now.
Every day you wait:
- Penalties and interest continue to accrue
- Collection actions can escalate
- Options can disappear
But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Just like Sarah, Miguel, Jennifer, David, Martha, and countless other North Texas residents I’ve helped, you can find a path forward. You can sleep soundly again. You can plan for your future again.
The first step is simply reaching out. No judgments, no lectures – just solutions.
Let’s talk about your situation and create a plan to put your tax problems behind you for good. You’ve carried this burden long enough. It’s time to set it down and walk away.
🔥 Call Allen Lenth today: (469) 262-6525. Your consultation is completely confidential. 🔥
Remember, tax problems are temporary. With the right help, you can overcome them and move forward with your life. 🌅
📖 Allen Lenth, EA-MBA
📊 7214 S State Hwy 78, Suite 25, Sachse, TX 75048
📍 (469) 262-6525 📞