Fortress Tax Relief

Out of all of the tax relief companies that exist, I chose Fortress Tax Relief because of their exceptional rating on the Better Business Bureau. The folks here were able to negotiate with the IRS to set up monthly payments I could afford. Almost a year after I hired them, I decided to sell my home and pay off the tax debts, all at once. Fortress Tax Relief stuck with me throughout the entire process, until I had every bit of back taxes and accrued interest paid off. What I appreciate most of all is that I never felt alone during this whole process. I especially appreciate Karlin, who was my rock the entire time. She always had my back, and I am so very, very thankful to be where I am right now.

For years, I carried the heavy burden of tax debt, convinced that working harder would eventually get me back on track. But despite my best efforts, I kept falling deeper into a cycle of penalties, compounding interest, and mounting stress. In my search for real help, I eventually found Fortress Tax Relief—a firm that immediately stood out because they assign licensed attorneys, not clerks or call center staff, to handle cases. That distinction would prove to be critical. But before I made the decision to work with Fortress, I made the unfortunate mistake of hiring another company that seemed reputable at the time. That company promised to pursue an Offer in Compromise but never followed through. Instead, they simply duplicated steps I had already taken on my own—like securing “currently not collectible” status. While they handled my tax filings, they missed key deductions, frequently closed my case without warning, and shuffled me between more than a dozen reps. Each time, I had to start over—and pay again. I later learned I wasn’t alone in this experience. To make things worse, I was even belittled by their staff, despite doing everything I could to stay compliant. Eventually, I turned to Fortress Tax Relief, and this time, I got the support I needed. David Petzinger and his team were professional, honest, and confident. They carefully reviewed my case and were certain I qualified for a settlement—and they were right. Although the process was delayed due to IRS staffing issues, Fortress stayed committed throughout. After multiple IRS reviews, I finally received the letter I had hoped for: my Offer in Compromise was approved. If you’re facing tax debt you genuinely can’t pay, I highly recommend Fortress Tax Relief. They deliver results—and they treat you with the respect you deserve.

When I look at the value a service provider brings—whether in my personal or professional life—I usually boil it down to two things: price and results. With Fortress, I felt I paid a fair price, but the results went way beyond what I ever expected. I had fallen into serious IRS debt after self-funding a startup with my retirement savings. My goal wasn’t just to set up a long repayment plan—I wanted to actually reduce the IRS’s taxes, interest, and penalties. Fortress made that happen. In the end, we closed my IRS matter with a six-figure reduction. To say my expectations were exceeded would be an understatement. I can honestly say I’d highly recommend Fortress to anyone dealing with IRS issues.