Settle IRS Business Debt with Steve Perry, EA

Settle IRS Business Debt with Steve Perry, EA

November 19, 20253 min read

Offer in Compromise for Small Businesses: Is It Possible?

When the IRS starts circling your small business, fear takes over fast.

·Wage garnishments.

·Bank levies.

·Seized assets.

The letters don’t stop and every day you wait, penalties keep growing. If you’re a business owner stuck in tax debt, one question keeps you awake at night: can I actually settle this?

That’s where Steve Perry, EA at Books, Taxes & More steps in. He’s not just another tax preparer, he’s the calm in the middle of your IRS storm. Reach him today at (678) 717-9818 to find out whether your small business qualifies for an Offer in Compromise.

What is an Offer in Compromise?

An Offer in Compromise (OIC) is the IRS’s program that allows taxpayers, individual or business, to settle tax debts for less than what’s owed. It’s not a gimmick or loophole. It’s written into the law under IRS Code Section 7122. But very few small business owners ever make it through the process alone.

Why? Because the IRS doesn’t hand out settlements easily. You must prove that paying the full amount would create financial hardship and that the amount you’re offering is the most they can realistically collect. That’s where expert representation matters more than anything.

Why Most Small Businesses Fail at It

Many business owners go into the OIC process blind. They overstate expenses, underestimate income, skip payments, or miss key documentation. The IRS doesn’t forgive those mistakes, it rejects your compromise, sometimes labeling your business as non-compliant, making future negotiations harder.

Steve Perry, EA knows exactly how to stop that from happening. He’s represented countless taxpayers before IRS Collection, knowing precisely how to present your numbers, your hardship, and your reality in a way that compels approval.

The Fear is Real: What Happens if You Don’t Act

Here’s the truth. When the IRS sees a business ignoring its balance, they go straight for what matters most, your income, your accounts, and your reputation.

  • The IRS can shut down operations through levy actions.

  • They can garnish merchant accounts, income streams, or receivables.

  • They can seize business vehicles and inventory.

  • They can personally assess you through the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty.

Every day of inaction increases the risk. The IRS rarely misses twice.

If you feel trapped, the key is not hope, it’s action. Send a message to Steve Perry, EA or call (678) 717-9818 before another notice arrives.

How Steve Perry Fights and Wins

When Steve takes on your IRS case, the first thing that changes is how the IRS treats you. He brings structure, credibility, and control back into situations that feel hopeless.

  • He stops IRS collection actions cold by establishing representation.

  • He rebuilds compliance through accurate filing and reporting.

  • He negotiates directly with IRS Offer Specialists who know him by name.

  • He crafts a settlement offer that reflects your real, provable ability to pay.

The IRS may not listen to excuses, but they listen to facts when presented by a professional who knows their system.

Steve Perry, EA doesn’t send templates. He builds cases line by line, the same way the IRS evaluates them. That’s how his clients get results where others fail.

If You Owe, There’s Still a Path Out

Even if your business has payroll debt, trust fund penalties, or multiple tax years outstanding, the Offer in Compromise may still be an option. The IRS evaluates small business owners based on ability, income, expenses, and equity. The formula isn’t guesswork, it can be managed, structured, and optimized in the hands of a professional.

And even if the OIC isn’t approved, Steve Perry can negotiate alternatives like partial payment installment agreements, business hardship deferments, or restructured plans that give you breathing room.

Your business deserves a second chance. The IRS can’t shut down your dreams if you fight back with the right strategy.

Call (678) 717-9818 or email Steve Perry, EA today to start that fight.

Message Steve directly on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/steveperrybtm

Because peace with the IRS isn’t an accident, it’s the result of someone who knows how to win.

Steve Perry is a seasoned tax expert and Enrolled Agent licensed by the Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the IRS. As the founder of Books, Taxes & More, LLC, Steve brings a no-nonsense, veteran-led approach to solving complex tax issues. With a background in military leadership, accounting, and financial services, he is fiercely committed to defending clients against aggressive IRS tactics and helping them preserve more of their hard-earned money. Whether it’s tax representation, planning, or preparation—Steve speaks IRS so you don’t have to.

Steve Perry

Steve Perry is a seasoned tax expert and Enrolled Agent licensed by the Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the IRS. As the founder of Books, Taxes & More, LLC, Steve brings a no-nonsense, veteran-led approach to solving complex tax issues. With a background in military leadership, accounting, and financial services, he is fiercely committed to defending clients against aggressive IRS tactics and helping them preserve more of their hard-earned money. Whether it’s tax representation, planning, or preparation—Steve speaks IRS so you don’t have to.

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