Stop IRS Collections at the Office of Appeals with Steve Perry EA

Stop IRS Collections at the Office of Appeals with Steve Perry EA

October 01, 20254 min read

The IRS Office of Appeals is not your friend. It is the final line between you and harsh collection actions, levies, wage garnishments, and even losing your property. Most taxpayers walk into Appeals thinking they can “explain” their side of the story and be treated fairly. That is a dangerous mistake.

If you are already under IRS pressure, the scariest thing you can do is face them alone. That is exactly where Steve Perry EA steps in. He knows how to turn the Appeals process into your opportunity, not your downfall. Call (678) 717-9818 today before the IRS closes in.

What Is the IRS Office of Appeals?

The IRS Office of Appeals is a separate branch of the IRS that reviews disputes between taxpayers and IRS auditors or collections agents. Its mission sounds good on paper: to give taxpayers an independent, fair review. But make no mistake, Appeals officers still work for the IRS. They do not represent you. They represent the government’s bottom line.

At Appeals, they care about closing cases quickly and collecting as much money as possible. If you do not know the system, do not understand their tactics, or do not know when to push back, you can lose everything without even realizing it.

How the Appeals Process Works

  • After an IRS audit or proposed collection action, you may be entitled to file an appeal

  • You state your disagreement in writing, often through a formal IRS protest letter

  • Your case then goes to an Appeals officer who re-examines the facts and law

  • They can settle based on the potential hazard of litigation, meaning what might happen if you were to take the IRS to Tax Court

Sounds simple, but this process is stacked against the unprepared. Show up without representation, and every word you say can and will be used against you.

The High Stakes of IRS Appeals

When you are in Appeals, the risks are huge. If you lose, the IRS does not just go away. They move forward aggressively:

  • Wage garnishments can seize a chunk of every paycheck

  • Bank levies can completely drain your account overnight

  • Federal tax liens can destroy your credit and lock you out of major financial moves

  • In some cases, assets can be seized outright

Thinking you can “wing it” in Appeals is like walking into a court trial without a lawyer. The judge, the rules, the evidence, all of it is stacked against you.

Message Steve directly on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/steveperrybtm to take the fight to the IRS with someone who knows how to win.

Why Steve Perry EA Wins at Appeals

Steve Perry is not afraid of the IRS. He is an Enrolled Agent with years of experience battling IRS examiners, collectors, and Appeals officers. What makes him different is calm, tactical expertise in the most high-pressure IRS arenas.

Steve knows how to:

  • Spot IRS errors and force Appeals officers to back down

  • Use hazard of litigation arguments to lower your balance

  • Negotiate settlements that save money and protect assets

  • Block aggressive collection while your case is pending

He does not play defense, he takes control. That is how his clients go from sleepless nights and panic to peace of mind and freedom from IRS harassment.

The Consequences of Breaking IRS Agreements

Even if you win at Appeals, you must keep your agreements. Break a settlement or payment plan and the IRS comes back twice as hard. Many taxpayers do not realize that breaking an agreement resets the clock and often puts you in worse shape than before.

  • The IRS can void your deal immediately

  • Collection actions restart with no mercy

  • Your penalties and interest grow while you are chased again

  • You burn credibility with Appeals, limiting your options in the future

When Steve Perry EA is in your corner, he does more than negotiate a deal. He builds one you can actually keep, protecting you long term.

Do Not Let Appeals Become Your Endgame

Walking into Appeals without professional help is like gambling your family’s future on a coin flip. The IRS knows how to win. You need someone who knows how to fight back. Steve Perry EA is that fighter.

Call (678) 717-9818 or email [email protected]. Message Steve directly on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/steveperrybtm.

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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