Five Star Tax Resolution

Five Star Tax Resolution: IRS tax debt resolution

Five Star Tax Resolution is an American firm specializing in resolving tax problems with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Its work serves both individuals and businesses carrying tax debts, levies, or IRS demands, and combines legal advice, tax analysis, and direct negotiation with the agency. The firm presents itself as number one in the sector according to its own ranking and operates from Costa Mesa, California.

Tax relief services

The firm's offerings are organized around six main lines of action, all aimed at reducing or restructuring debt with the IRS:

• Tax relief: finding solutions for taxpayers who cannot pay their taxes, with a team that takes over communication with the IRS on their behalf.
• Penalty abatement: tax advisors and analysts evaluate the client's eligibility to reduce penalties and the amount owed.
• IRS Fresh Start Program: processing and applying for admission to this program, with the stated goal of securing the lowest possible settlements and protecting the taxpayer's income.
• Stop IRS wage garnishment: intervention to halt payroll garnishments resulting from tax debts.
• IRS installment agreements: managing payment plans to bring the debt up to date.
• Offer in compromise: negotiating agreements that allow the debt to be settled for less than the amount claimed.

Four-phase approach

The firm describes its support process in four stages. It begins with an initial consultation and assessment in which the client's financial situation is analyzed. A personalized tax strategy aligned with their goals is then designed. The third phase covers implementation and filing documentation with the IRS. Finally, the firm provides ongoing support with periodic case reviews.

Professional team

The team the firm publicly presents includes Randy Salter, supervisor and legal consultant; Andy J. Epstein, supervising attorney; and Edward Korducki, tax analyst. The company states that its mission combines resolving tax problems with educating individuals and businesses about available relief options so they can make informed financial decisions.

Client support and relationship management

The firm has a dedicated Relationship Management team that operates independently from case handling. This team handles inquiries about a case's status or timeline, questions about communication with the assigned representative, issues not resolved through normal channels, and feedback about the client experience. The service is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time (PST).

Costa Mesa office

The firm operates from an office in Costa Mesa, California, and serves clients facing bank levies, wage garnishments, or accumulated tax debts. Testimonials on its website describe cases of levy cancellation, payment agreements, and debt reduction of up to $85,000.

Location and contact

949 S Coast Dr #400, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 · Phone: (626) 210-4902 · Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM PST