I owe over $35,000 in back federal taxes. Will a company like Optima Tax Relief Help, or is it a waste of money? Can I talk to the IRS myself about reducing the debt?

automan77 · ‎June 6, 2019

DoninGA · ‎June 6, 2019

Go to this IRS website for information on an Offer in Compromise - <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.irs.gov/payments/offer-in-compromise">https://www.irs.gov/payments/offer-in-compromise</...>

xmasbaby0 · ‎June 6, 2019

Yes you can talk to the IRS yourself about an offer in compromise. Before you agree to anything with some company that promises tax relief, read this:

https://www.irs.gov/payments/offer-in-compromise

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