What’s happening
Penalties can be substantial; removal depends on history andcause.
What we do now
- Check First-Time Abatement eligibility
- Build reasonable-cause arguments (illness, disaster, records loss)
- File targeted requests or appeal denials
Effective Penalty Relief: Real Client Experiences
FTA granted after restored compliance
Reasonable cause approved after hospitalization
What counts as reasonable cause?
Reasonable cause for IRS penalty abatement is determined on a case-by-case basis by evaluating if you exercised ordinary business care and prudence but were still unable to meet your tax obligations due to circumstances beyond your control.
Can I get a refund of penalties I already paid?
Yes, if the IRS grants your penalty abatement request for a penalty you have already paid, they will generally issue a refund of that amount. This refund also includes any associated interest that accrued on the abated penalty.
Timing?
The timing for an IRS penalty abatement involves both the statute of limitations for filing a claim and the processing time for the IRS to make a decision and issue a refund
Talk to a tax professional now.
We pursue every lawful option. Outcomes depend on your facts and IRS rules. No specific results guaranteed.