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Penalty Abatement

Reduce IRS Penalties That Increase Your Tax Debt

IRS penalties and interest can quickly inflate your tax balance, making it harder to resolve what you owe. Penalty Abatement may help reduce or remove these added charges if you qualify, lowering your overall debt and easing financial pressure.
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What is a Penalty Abatement?

Penalty Abatement is an IRS relief option that allows qualifying taxpayers to reduce or eliminate penalties added to their tax balance. The IRS may grant penalty relief when penalties resulted from reasonable cause rather than willful neglect such as serious illness, natural disasters, reliance on incorrect professional advice, or other circumstances beyond your control. 

How the Penalty Abatement Process Works

What to expect at every step of the Offer in Compromise journey

Financial Documentation

Our team gathers the required IRS forms (such as Form 656 and Form 433-A/OIC) and prepares a complete financial profile.

Financial Documentation

Our team gathers the required IRS forms (such as Form 656 and Form 433-A/OIC) and prepares a complete financial profile.

Offer Submission

We help you calculate a realistic offer amount and submit your proposal directly to the IRS with all supporting documentation.

IRS Review & Negotiation

We assess your financial situation—income, expenses, assets, and hardship factors—to determine if the IRS is likely to accept your offer.

IRS Review & Negotiation

We assess your financial situation—income, expenses, assets, and hardship factors—to determine if the IRS is likely to accept your offer.

Eligibility Review

We assess your financial situation—income, expenses, assets, and hardship factors—to determine if the IRS is likely to accept your offer.
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Offer Submission

We help you calculate a realistic offer amount and submit your proposal directly to the IRS with all supporting documentation.

Offer Submission

We help you calculate a realistic offer amount and submit your proposal directly to the IRS with all supporting documentation.

Step 5: Approval & Finalization

If approved, you either pay the reduced settlement in a lump sum or through structured payments, depending on your offer type.

Client Stories

How our clients moved from tax uncertainty to confident financial decisions
Thomas secured an affordable IRS payment plan for his $83,000 tax debt—and when a new $18,000 balance.
Facing health challenges and the loss of both income and housing, Ellen turned to Fresh Tax Solutions.
Amid serious health setbacks and financial instability, Ellen sought help from Fresh Tax Solutions to protect her income and regain stability.
Facing health challenges and the loss of both income and housing, Ellen turned to Fresh Tax Solutions.
Amid serious health setbacks and financial instability, Ellen sought help from Fresh Tax Solutions to protect her income and regain stability.
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Benefits of Choosing FreshTax

Expert support that turns a confusing IRS process into a clear path forward.

Honesty

We're honest and make no false promises. We only work with clients we know we can help.

Expert Guidence

Experts with years of experience negotiating tax settlements, giving you peace of mind. 

Detailed Preperation

Accurate preparation of all required IRS forms to avoid delays and penalties.

Advocasy 

We commiunicate directly with the IRS on your behalf to cut through the noice and fight fr your best options.

Support

We support you through the entire process, including compliance requirements keeo you in the loop.

Transparency

We are transparent about risks, timelines, and expectations so you can confidently move forward.
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Testimonials

Hear From Clients Who Trusted Us With Their Tax Relief Journey

Tracy was my main point of contact at Fresh Tax Solutions, and from the start he made the whole process feel manageable and hopeful. He was encouraging, clear, and took the time to guide me through what to expect. I’ve appreciated his follow-up and support, and I feel confident moving forward. If you’re dealing with a tax situation and aren’t sure where to turn, I’d definitely recommend giving Fresh Tax Solutions a call.

James D

Miami, USA

Lauren was incredibly kind and easy to talk to from the very beginning. She took the time to truly listen, which made a huge difference for me. After just one phone call, I felt at ease for the first time in a long while and confident that I had made the right decision. I’m genuinely grateful for her support and the reassurance she provided.

Linda T

New Jersey, USA

I had a great experience speaking with Miss Jeanette. She made me feel comfortable right away, which hasn’t always been the case with other agencies I’ve heard from. There was something about her warmth and honesty that built trust immediately. Even if she isn’t ultimately able to assist me, I’m genuinely grateful to have spoken with someone who is compassionate, humble, and truly pleasant to work with.

Roz M

San Francisco , USA

I had a great experience speaking with Miss Jeanette. She made me feel comfortable right away, which hasn’t always been the case with other agencies I’ve heard from. There was something about her warmth and honesty that built trust immediately. Even if she isn’t ultimately able to assist me, I’m genuinely grateful to have spoken with someone who is compassionate, humble, and truly pleasant to work with.

Roz M

San Francisco , USA

Lauren was incredibly kind and easy to talk to from the very beginning. She took the time to truly listen, which made a huge difference for me. After just one phone call, I felt at ease for the first time in a long while and confident that I had made the right decision. I’m genuinely grateful for her support and the reassurance she provided.

Linda T

New Jersey, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know, in plain language.
Penalty abatement is an IRS administrative process that removes certain penalties assessed for late filing, late payment, or compliance violations.

It applies only to penalty charges and related assessments.

The underlying tax balance remains active.

Relief may be granted under First-Time Abatement provisions or reasonable cause standards.
No.

Penalty abatement applies only to penalties.

Tax forgiveness is a general term used to describe broader resolution programs such as Offers in Compromise or hardship-based relief.

Each program has separate eligibility criteria.
In some cases, yes.

Eligibility depends on compliance history, prior abatements, and documentation of qualifying circumstances.

Each request is reviewed individually
Taxpayers who cannot make immediate payment may qualify for alternative resolution options.

These may include installment agreements, Offers in Compromise, or Currently Not Collectible status.

Proper evaluation is required to determine eligibility.

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