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Alleviate Tax Relief Reviews

7.6

bestfor-icon Ideal for people with a hefty tax obligation

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Written by Lauren Le-Hair

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7.6

LS Score

8.0

Credibility

8.1

Support

6.4

Accessibility

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  • (559) 398-0483
  • Headquarters: 17592 17th St Ste 200, Tustin, CA 92780
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Alleviate Tax Relief Services Tax Relief Review

Alleviate Tax offer a simple, three-step process to help address your tax debt. The first step is a free consultation with a tax professional. The second stage is the investigation phase, where Alleviate Tax looks into your position and provides you with a recommended course of action. The final step is the resolution phase, where Alleviate Tax helps bring your outstanding tax position to a close.

Alleviate Tax Relief Services Tax Relief Highlight

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Free Consultation

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Min Service Cost

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Potential Extra Fees

YES

Money Back Guarantee

A+

BBB Rating

Pros & Cons

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  • con-icon Free consultation with an expert.
  • con-icon Transparent process.
  • con-icon Tax relief resolution within 10 months.
  • con-icon No outline of pricing or minimum requirements.

Tax Relief Service Types

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  • Innocent Spouse Relief
  • Levy Release
  • Offer in Compromise
  • Fresh start IRS program

Type of Fees

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  • Flat rate

In-House Professionals

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  • Tax Attorneys
  • CPAs
  • Enrolled Agents

Brand Certifications & Organizational Memberships

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  • NATP
  • National Association of Enrolled Agents (NAEA)
  • ASTPS
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Associated Fees

There is good news and bad news when it comes to Alleviate Tax’s fees. The (very) good news is that they only charge a flat fee, and there is no hourly billing. There is one flat fee for the investigation stage and a further flat fee for the resolution stage. The bad news is that there is no fee transparency on the company’s website. You won’t learn of the proposed flat fees until after speaking with your designated tax professional. 

Process & Time Frame

The initial process was swift, and we managed to speak to a tax professional from Alleviate Tax within 48 hours of contacting them for our free consultation. After this, you can choose to pay a flat fee for Alleviate Tax to start its investigation stage. This stage typically takes 1-2 weeks. After this comes the resolution stage, during which there will be plan development and negotiations with the IRS if necessary. The average length of time for this to be completed is 10 months.

Application & Handling Process

We started the process of contacting Alleviate Tax by completing a simple form on the company’s website.

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Fill basic personal information

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Waiting 1-2 business days to received a callback

Despite the message saying it could take 1-2 business days, we received a call back from Alleviate Tax within 90 minutes of submitting our inquiry. The customer care agent was helpful, taking all of our details and arranging a free consultation with a tax professional. This meeting was arranged almost as quickly as our call back, with the appointment set for the following day.

Our meeting with the tax professional was excellent, with a clear explanation given of how the process would work and what we should expect from it. The call took less than 30 minutes and provided excellent insight into what working with Alleviate Tax would entail.

We were told during the free consultation that the next step would be for Alleviate Tax to launch an investigation. This phase would take 1-2 weeks and entail a thorough examination of our position by a tax professional. Following this step would be a comprehensive report on our position. The report would outline the options available to us regarding managing our tax debt.

If we were happy with Alleviate Tax’s suggestions, we were told we could move on to the resolution stage. There is no obligation to work with Alleviate Tax following the investigation stage. Still, the tax professional advised that the knowledge built up by Alleviate Tax during the investigation stage would prove helpful. Alleviate Tax informed us that the resolution stage could last between 3-12 months and would focus on making us tax-compliant and working for the best resolution possible.

Required Information

If you want to hire Alleviate Tax to help with your tax debt, you will need to provide the company with the following information.

  • Name
  • Address
  • Date of birth
  • Social Security Number
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Monthly income details and proof of income (e.g., pay stub, W-2 form)
  • Bank statements
  • Employment history
  • Details of all correspondence with the IRS

State Availability

- Available in all states

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Written by Lauren Le-Hair linkedin-icon

As an experienced content writer, Lauren's passion for the finance sector is only exceeded by her love of writing. With years of experience writing for financial websites, she has honed her expertise and developed a deep understanding of the industry. Lauren specializes in delivering top-quality, specialized content with an expert tone of voice and a unique flair, leveraging her extensive knowledge and expertise. In addition, she holds a First Class Bachelor's degree from Staffordshire University.

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FAQ’s

Does Alleviate Tax have a minimum tax debt threshold?

Yes, Alleviate Tax will consider working with you if you have a tax debt greater than $7,500.

How much to Alleviate Tax charge?

Alleviate Tax charges a flat fee for the investigation phase and another for the resolution phase. The flat fee charged is not publicly available on the company’s website.

If I complete the investigation phase with Alleviate Tax, do I have to do the resolution phase?

There is no obligation to continue with Alleviate Tax. Still, the company will probably be in the best position to help with your tax debt after completing the investigation phase on your behalf.

Customer Support

There are several methods that you can use to contact Alleviate Tax, including phone and email. Due to the highly complex nature of tax law, we chose to call up the customer service helpline to speak with an advisor. Our Alleviate Tax representative was friendly and efficient, quickly directing us to a tax professional to discuss our questions. Full contact details for Alleviate Tax are shown below.

Privacy & Security

Regarding your sensitive financial and tax data, Alleviate Tax ensures that all its clients have their personal data protected from unauthorized use. The company’s security measures fully comply with federal laws and include extensive computer safeguards. Furthermore, Alleviate Tax has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), which is a good sign of a reputable company.

In Conclusion

With an A+ BBB rating and overly positive online reviews, Alleviate Tax is a trustworthy and reliable tax relief company. It has a large team of financial professionals to cover a wide range of tax law, and the company’s free consultation is worth a try if you have issues with a tax liability. Alleviate Tax’s flat fees give reassurance that a large bill can’t be generated through hourly rate charging, but more visibility on the website would be good to show how much these flat fees are.

Brand Disclaimer

Our program may not be available in some states, and our fees may vary state-to-state. Our estimates are based on actual prior results. Individual results will vary based on your specific circumstance, including your ability to provide Alleviate Tax with accurate and timely information.

We do not guarantee you will qualify for any of the IRS programs. We do not ensure your tax debts will be paid off within a specific period or that your debt will be lowered by a certain amount or percentage. We do not assume any tax debt or make monthly payments to the IRS or your creditors.

Interest and penalties will continue accruing until your tax liability is paid in full to the IRS. Alleviate Tax is a privately-owned tax resolution company and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) or any other government agency. We do not provide tax, bankruptcy, accounting, legal advice, or credit repair services.