Payroll Tax Negotiations
Resolve Business Payroll Tax Debt Fast
If your business owes payroll taxes, time is critical. Axio Tax Relief helps negotiate appropriate settlements with the IRS as quickly as possible.
Understanding Payroll Tax Debt
Payroll tax debt occurs when a business withholds taxes from employees' paychecks (income tax, Social Security, Medicare) but fails to deposit those funds with the IRS. This is considered one of the most serious tax violations because the IRS views these as "trust fund" taxes—money that belongs to employees and the government, not the business.
The IRS treats payroll tax debt much more aggressively than other types of tax debt. They can pursue collection actions more quickly, assess the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty against responsible individuals, and even pursue criminal charges in egregious cases.
If your business owes payroll taxes, it's critical to address the issue immediately with professional representation. The longer you wait, the more limited your options become.
Serious Consequences of Unpaid Payroll Taxes
Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP)
The IRS can assess the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty against any individual deemed "responsible" for paying the taxes. This makes you personally liable for 100% of the unpaid trust fund taxes, even if the business has no assets.
- •Personal liability for business owners, officers, and responsible employees
- •Rapid collection actions including levies and liens
- •Business closure and asset seizure
- •Criminal prosecution in serious cases
How We Resolve Payroll Tax Issues
Immediate Intervention
We act quickly to stop IRS collection actions and prevent closure of your business.
TFRP Defense
We defend against Trust Fund Recovery Penalty assessments and challenge incorrect determinations of responsibility.
Settlement Negotiation
We negotiate installment agreements, offers in compromise, or other settlements appropriate for your situation.
Compliance Strategy
We help you establish systems to remain compliant with payroll tax obligations going forward.
Payroll Tax Resolution Options
Installment Agreement
Pay your payroll tax debt over time through monthly payments while keeping your business operational.
Offer in Compromise
Settle your payroll tax debt for less than the full amount if you qualify based on your financial situation.
Currently Not Collectible Status
Temporarily pause collection if your business is facing severe financial hardship.
Penalty Abatement
Reduce or eliminate penalties assessed on your payroll tax debt through reasonable cause claims.
Don't Delay—Payroll Tax Problems Get Worse Fast
The IRS takes payroll tax debt seriously. Every day you wait increases penalties, interest, and the risk of aggressive collection action. Contact Axio Tax Relief today for immediate assistance.
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