Article from April 2025

Can I Sell My House if I Owe Back Taxes? 

Owing back taxes to the IRS can be stressful enough on its own—but if you’re also trying to sell your home, the situation might feel even more overwhelming. You may be wondering: Can I legally sell my house if I owe the IRS? Will they seize the proceeds? Will buyers even want a home with […]

Did the IRS Take My Refund?

Still waiting on your tax refund? The IRS may have offset it. CEO David King and Lead Tax Attorney Philip Hwang explain when the IRS can offset your refund, how to avoid it, and how to find out if your refund was taken. If You Need Tax Help, Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation 

I Received a Tax Notice for a Business I Don’t Own. Now What? 

It’s a stressful moment that can stop you in your tracks: a letter from the IRS or your state’s tax agency arrives in your mailbox, and it claims you owe taxes for a business you’ve never operated. Whether the letter references unpaid income taxes, missing payroll reports, or some kind of compliance issue, it’s understandably […]

Optima Tax Relief Wins Three Gold Stevie® Awards for Excellence in Customer Service 

Leading Tax Resolution Firm Recognized for Outstanding Customer Support and Innovation for Sixth Consecutive Year  Optima Tax Relief, the nation’s leading tax resolution firm, has been honored with three Gold Stevie® Awards in the 19th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The company earned top recognition in the following categories: Front-Line Customer Service […]

How Does the IRS Collections Process Work?

The IRS is responsible for collecting taxes owed to the United States government. When taxpayers fail to pay their taxes on time, the IRS initiates a collections process to recover the outstanding debt. This process can be complex and intimidating for those unfamiliar with it. Understanding how the IRS collections process works can help taxpayers […]