Frequently Asked Questions

New Leaf Tax provides expert solutions to taxpayers across the nation. We negotiate with the IRS or state tax authorities on your behalf as your power of attorney to relieve your tax burden.

The focus is determining if we can truly help you. We will take care to listen to your problem and see if we are a good fit. The confidential call is simple and pressure-free, lasting approximately 15 minutes.

We do what we say and say what we do, with care for each client. Our reviews speak for themselves, and clients receive individualized attention throughout their case. When you place your tax debt in our hands, we take that responsibility seriously.

No specific results are guaranteed. The tax authorities ultimately decide who qualifies for what. We guarantee putting in full effort to maximize your savings and earn your business through honest service.

Yes. We specialize in both federal and state tax resolution, handling both simultaneously since issues typically occur together.

Tax relief services are available nationwide — most of our clients live in other states or outside the country. For tax preparation, I serve individuals in Summit County and the surrounding area. Whether you need help resolving an IRS debt from anywhere in the U.S. or need your personal tax return prepared locally, I can help.

Yes. After assessing which returns need filing, we prepare and file all past due returns.

Maybe. The IRS has expanded the provisions in recent years which greatly increased the success of Offer in Compromise applications. Each case requires thorough evaluation before determining qualification odds.

Yes. We specialize in stopping wage garnishments, often securing releases within hours for most IRS garnishments.

Yes, though visits are typically preceded by notices to the address on record. Having representation allows you to direct agents to your power of attorney.

An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-licensed tax practitioner who has earned the privilege to represent taxpayers before the IRS. They must pass a comprehensive three-part exam covering individual taxation, business taxation, and representation practices, and complete continuing education requirements.

Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status, also called hardship status, temporarily stops IRS collection activity when you cannot afford to pay your tax debt. The 10-year collection statute continues running during this period.

The IRS generally has 10 years from the date of assessment to collect tax debt. This period is called the Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED). After this period, the debt expires and is no longer legally collectible.

A federal tax lien is the IRS's legal claim against your property when you fail to pay your tax debt. It attaches to all your assets including real estate, vehicles, and financial accounts. We can help get liens released, withdrawn, or subordinated.