Austin & Larson Tax Resolution
Tax Lawyer In Fenton, MI
For Fenton taxpayers facing the IRS or the Michigan Department of Treasury
Tax Debt is Often
Intimidating
Frustrating
Confusing
Embarrassing
Stressful
… But it Doesn’t Have to Be
Austin & Larson Tax Resolution helps individuals and business owners in Fenton and throughout Genesee County address serious tax problems involving the Internal Revenue Service and the Michigan Department of Treasury.
Our team includes tax attorneys, Enrolled Agents, and tax professionals who work together to understand the problem, communicate with the taxing agency, and develop a practical resolution strategy.
When to Speak With a Tax Attorney
Many tax problems can be handled by a CPA or Enrolled Agent. However, certain situations may require legal analysis, litigation strategy, or advice regarding potential personal or business liability.
You may benefit from speaking with a tax attorney when:
- The IRS or Michigan Treasury has assigned a collection officer to your case.
- You have several years of unfiled tax returns.
- You received a notice involving a large or disputed balance.
- The IRS has filed or threatened a federal tax lien.
- Your wages or bank account are at risk of being garnished or levied.
- Your business has unpaid payroll taxes.
- You may face Trust Fund Recovery Penalty liability.
- You want to challenge a tax assessment.
- Your matter could proceed to the United States Tax Court or Michigan Tax Tribunal.
- You are concerned about allegations of fraud, evasion, or intentional noncompliance.
Attorneys, CPAs, and Enrolled Agents may represent taxpayers before the IRS in audits, collection matters, and administrative appeals. A tax attorney becomes particularly valuable when the matter involves legal disputes, possible litigation, business liability, or potential criminal exposure.
What We Do | Tax Resolution
Offer In Compromise
Installment Agreements
Non-Collectable Status
Compliance
Revenue Officer Representation
Levies & Wage Garnishments
Bankruptcy
Audit Representation
Tax Return Preparation
Handling tax resolution may feel daunting, but with our expert guidance, you'll experience relief knowing seasoned professionals are by your side. At Austin & Larson Tax Resolution, our experienced Michigan tax lawyers are dedicated to delivering the reassurance and help you deserve. Well-regarded for their expertise and in-depth understanding of Michigan State tax regulations, our proficient tax relief lawyers provide a full spectrum of services, from thorough consultations to exceptional legal advocacy, all focused on securing the most favorable resolution to your tax matters.
Received a 2026 Michigan Treasury Notice?
Some Michigan taxpayers received Notices of Adjustment in spring 2026 that did not correctly display certain estimated payments or credit carryforwards.
Michigan Treasury later issued corrected information for affected taxpayers.
Before responding to an unexpected balance, compare the notice with the information shown in Michigan Treasury eServices. Review any corrected letter carefully and verify that all payments and credits have been properly applied.
Do not ignore the notice simply because you believe it is incorrect. An unresolved state tax balance can eventually lead to additional collection action.
Contact a tax professional when:
- The corrected balance still appears inaccurate.
- A payment or credit remains missing.
- Treasury has issued an Intent to Assess.
- A lien, levy, or garnishment has been threatened.
- You are unsure whether an appeal deadline applies.
- The notice relates to several tax years.
- The state balance overlaps with an IRS problem.
Keep copies of the original notice, corrected notice, tax return, payment records, and any communication from Treasury.
Looking For A Fresh Start in Michigan?
We Are Here To Help!
Should the weight of tax debt be pressing down on you, we urge you to connect with us to avail of a no-cost
consultation. Our objective revolves around untangling tax debt complexities for clients entangled in an array of
tax-related dilemmas. It would bring us immense satisfaction to furnish you with solutions to your inquiries and aid
you in swiftly settling your tax debt matters.
Fenton and Genesee County Property Tax Problems
Property taxes are separate from federal income tax and Michigan income tax, but delinquent property taxes can create serious consequences for a homeowner.
In Michigan, unpaid local property taxes are generally transferred to the county treasurer after they become delinquent. Additional interest, fees, forfeiture proceedings, and eventual foreclosure may follow if the balance remains unresolved.
The general process may include:
Delinquency
Property taxes are transferred to the Genesee County Treasurer after becoming delinquent. Interest and administrative charges may begin accumulating.
Forfeiture
If the taxes remain unpaid, the property may enter forfeiture. Forfeiture does not immediately mean the homeowner has lost the property, but it is a serious stage in the collection process.
Foreclosure
If the delinquency is not resolved during the available redemption period, the county may proceed with foreclosure.
Michigan law allows county treasurers to offer certain payment plans and foreclosure-avoidance agreements to eligible homeowners. Approval, eligibility, payment requirements, and available terms are determined by the county treasurer.
Austin & Larson cannot approve a county property-tax payment plan. However, our team can help you understand how a local property-tax problem may interact with IRS debt, Michigan Treasury debt, tax liens, or other financial concerns.
Homeowners facing delinquent property taxes should contact the Genesee County Treasurer as early as possible rather than waiting until the foreclosure process is underway.
When Professional Representation May Not Be Necessary
Not every tax issue requires an attorney or full-service tax resolution firm.
You may be able to handle the matter directly when:
- You only need a current tax return prepared.
- The balance is manageable and undisputed.
- All returns have been filed.
- There is no lien, levy, garnishment, or collection officer involved.
- You can establish an appropriate payment arrangement directly with the agency.
- Your only issue is a local property-tax balance that can be handled through the county treasurer.
- You received a notice that can be corrected by submitting a missing document.
Professional representation becomes more important when the problem involves several years, missing returns, disputed balances, active collection, business taxes, legal exposure, or an amount that cannot realistically be resolved without a structured strategy.
Our Process | Simple, Fast & Stress Free
Step 1: Initial Contact
During your first call to our office, we will ask you a brief
background of your current tax situation and determine the
most convenient office location for your free initial
consultation.
Step 2: Free Consultation
We will meet with you to review and discuss your individual
facts and circumstances to create a customized tax relief plan
for your situation and the next steps to take to resolve your tax
situation.
Step 3: Begin Resolving Debt
Once we have decided to move forward, we will immediately begin working with the IRS on your behalf to resolve your
case as quickly as possible. We will also provide advice and the steps you need to take to ensure you do not acquire
any additional debt while we work to settle your case. From the moment you retain our firm, we will be your voice with
the IRS and the point of contact for all taxing entities.
Step 4: Monitor Case Status
Some tax debt cases can be resolved quickly, while others may
have quite a bit of back and forth contact with the IRS to reach
full resolution. We will regularly monitor your case and keep
you in the loop along the way so you are never left in the dark.
Step 5: Tax Freedom!
It is our goal not only to resolve your current tax debt but also
to make sure that you don't have any further tax problems.
After we have reached resolution with your case, you will be
fully equipped with best practices to avoid future tax issues of
any kind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have an office in Fenton?
No. Fenton clients are served through the Austin & Larson office at 812 W. Grand River Avenue in Brighton. Most matters can be handled through phone calls, secure uploads, mail, and virtual communication.
Can you handle both IRS and Michigan tax debt?
Yes. Austin & Larson assists taxpayers with federal IRS matters and Michigan Department of Treasury matters. Many clients need both accounts reviewed as part of one coordinated strategy.
Do I need an attorney for an IRS payment plan?
Not always. Taxpayers with filed returns, an accurate balance, and a manageable payment arrangement may be able to work directly with the IRS. Representation becomes more useful when there are missing returns, active collection, disputed balances, business taxes, liens, levies, or an inability to make the required payments.
Can a CPA or Enrolled Agent represent me before the IRS?
Yes. Attorneys, CPAs, and Enrolled Agents have broad representation rights before the IRS. A tax attorney may be especially important when the matter involves legal disputes, potential litigation, business liability, or possible criminal exposure.
Can an Offer in Compromise eliminate my entire tax balance?
An Offer in Compromise may allow an eligible taxpayer to settle for less than the full amount owed. Approval is not automatic. The IRS reviews income, necessary expenses, assets, equity, filing compliance, and future ability to pay.
What should I do after receiving an IRS levy notice?
Act quickly. Review the deadline shown on the notice and gather all related correspondence. A levy may affect a bank account, wages, or other property. Contact the IRS or a qualified representative before the deadline whenever possible.
Can you stop all IRS letters and calls?
After the appropriate authorization is processed, Austin & Larson can communicate with the IRS on your behalf and serve as the primary point of contact. Certain notices may still be sent directly to you, so forward all correspondence to the team.
What happens if I have several years of unfiled returns?
The missing returns normally need to be prepared before many collection alternatives can be approved. The team can determine which returns are required, review available wage and income records, and help bring the account back into filing compliance.
What should I do about delinquent property taxes in Genesee County?
Contact the Genesee County Treasurer as soon as possible. Ask about the current balance, the stage of the delinquency process, available payment plans, and any foreclosure-avoidance options. Do not wait until the redemption period is close to expiring.
Speak With a Tax Lawyer About Your Fenton Tax Problem
Whether you are dealing with unfiled returns, back taxes, a lien, a levy, wage garnishment, business payroll taxes, or a disputed state assessment, the first step is understanding what the agency’s records show and what deadlines apply.
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