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This offer in compromise training is over an hour long, so be sure to take notes!\n\n\u2b07\ufe0f More Tax Relief Videos:\nMy Previous Offer in Compromise Video: https:\/\/youtu.be\/tR3uaqJE86o\nHow to File Back Taxes and Avoid Penalties: https:\/\/youtu.be\/l4nj4ceBz_o\n\n\u2b07\ufe0f IRS Resources:\n- IRS Form 656: https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/f656.pdf\n- IRS Form 433-A (OIC): https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/f433aoi.pdf\n- Internal Revenue Manual 5.8.5 Financial Analysis: https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/irm\/part5\/irm_05-008-005r\n- Collection Financial Standards: https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed\/collection-financial-standards\n- National Standards for Food, Clothing, and Other Items: https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed\/national-standards-food-clothing-and-other-items\n- Local Standards for Housing and Utilities: https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-utl\/all_states_housing_standards.pdf\n- Local Standards for Transportation: https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-utl\/all_states_housing_standards.pdf\n\n\u27a1\ufe0f My M1 Finance Review: https:\/\/youtu.be\/XNMhp9xeNq8\n\nTable of Contents:\n0:00 How Much to Offer in Compromise to the IRS\n1:26 Reasonable Collection Potential\n4:08 Equity Component and Income Component\n6:05 Calculating Cash Value\n7:30 Calculating Investments at 80% Quick-Sale Value\n8:40 IRA Example (After Taxes and Penalties)\n12:45 A Note About Quick-Sale Value\n13:58 Valuing Life Insurance Policies\n15:22 Valuing Real Estate\n20:05 Doubt As to Liability With Special Circumstances\n21:26 Effective Tax Administration\n22:15 Calculating Vehicle Value\n23:40 Calculating Miscellaneous Valuable Items Value\n24:33 Calculating Furniture and Other Personal Items Value\n25:43 Adding Your Assets Up\n25:58 Hiding Assets From the IRS (Don't Do It)\n28:34 Self-Employed and Business Information\n29:28 Calculating the Income Component\n31:35 Calculating Gross Monthly Income\n33:05 Calculating Monthly Household Expenses\n33:14 National Standard Expenses\n35:11 National Out-of-Pocket Health Care Expenses\n37:05 Local Expenses\n37:43 Local Standard Expenses for Housing and Utilities\n40:08 Local Standard Expenses for Transportation\n48:03 Health Insurance Premiums\n48:21 Putting Zero vs. Leaving Blank\n48:48 Court-Ordered Payments (Alimony, Child Support, etc.)\n49:52 Term Life Insurance Premiums\n50:10 Current Monthly Taxes\n50:44 Secured Debts\n53:07 401(k) Loans\n53:39 Other Expenses (Student Loans, Mandatory Retirement, Tuition, etc.)\n56:24 Delinquent State and\/or Local Tax Payments\n57:50 Final Reasonable Excess Monthly Income Calculation\n58:18 Determining Your Future Income Multiplier (12 or 24)\n1:00:01 Calculating Your Final Offer in Compromise Amount\n\n#offerincompromise #taxrelief #taxhelp","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/1jDj6yHnjMI\/default.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/1jDj6yHnjMI\/mqdefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/1jDj6yHnjMI\/hqdefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/1jDj6yHnjMI\/sddefault.jpg","https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/1jDj6yHnjMI\/maxresdefault.jpg"],"uploadDate":"2021-06-24T18:23:11+00:00","duration":"PT1H2M35S","embedUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1jDj6yHnjMI","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCQ9WUXlSuLlbi5BLkgtEUEA#Organization","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCQ9WUXlSuLlbi5BLkgtEUEA","name":"Logan Allec","description":"Logan Allec is a CPA and the founder of Choice Tax Relief, which specializes in helping people with their IRS and state tax debt.","logo":{"url":"https:\/\/yt3.ggpht.com\/43_VKqrbO06RGMcxfdQbDXosrkVRq1yf5QgSQEiR4ILUGWV9fJtTh0o2ftYMYqVo6PwnEOPRdg=s800-c-k-c0x00ffffff-no-rj","width":800,"height":800,"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1jDj6yHnjMI#VideoObject_publisher_logo_ImageObject"}},"potentialAction":{"@type":"SeekToAction","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1jDj6yHnjMI#VideoObject_potentialAction","target":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1jDj6yHnjMI&t={seek_to_second_number}","startOffset-input":"required name=seek_to_second_number"},"interactionStatistic":[[{"@type":"InteractionCounter","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1jDj6yHnjMI#VideoObject_interactionStatistic_WatchAction","interactionType":{"@type":"WatchAction"},"userInteractionCount":23849}],{"@type":"InteractionCounter","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1jDj6yHnjMI#VideoObject_interactionStatistic_LikeAction","interactionType":{"@type":"LikeAction"},"userInteractionCount":811}]}],"about":["Tax Relief"],"wordCount":3368,"keywords":["schema"],"articleBody":"\t    \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAnthem Tax Services\t\t\t\tBasics: Founded in 2010, Anthem Tax Services helps clients resolve their tax debts with the IRS and\/or state tax agency. The company also provides personal and business tax preparation and bookkeeping services.Pros: The company has a low initial fee and a relatively generous refund policy.Cons: Anthem does not clearly lay out the process for its customers. Also, client reviews complained of poor communication and a disconnect between what was promised and the actual results.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHonesty\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4\/10\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tResponsiveness\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3\/10\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6\/10\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAccessibility\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t10\/10\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGuarantee\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5\/10\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTransparency\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4\/10\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMINIMUM DEBT:$10,000LOCATION AVAILABILITY:All 50 U.S StatesINITIAL FEE:Sites indicate an initial fee starting at $250, though fees can vary.YEAR FOUNDED:2010\t\t\t\tAnthem Tax Services focuses on resolving tax debts for its clients, claiming to have saved them \u201cmillions of dollars in back taxes.\u201dBut is Anthem a legit tax resolution company? After all, the tax relief industry is notorious for failing to deliver on lofty promises of reducing and eliminating tax debt for their clients.Given the industry\u2019s spotty reputation, I decided to draw on my experience as a tax attorney to evaluate Anthem and its services. Here\u2019s what I found.Our Pick For Best Tax Relief Company\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t.st5-50967.btn.btn-default:hover{border-color: #4db848;color: #4db848;background: #fff !important;}\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBBB Accredited: A+ Rating With 5\/5 RatingGuarantee: 30-Day Moneyback GuaranteeReasonable Fees: Lower than Industry AveragesTax Attorneys and CPAs: Decades of Combined Experience\tTable of ContentsToggleAnthem Tax Services At a GlanceHow Does Anthem Tax Services Work?Anthem Tax Services CostAnthem Tax Services Pros and ConsIs Anthem Tax Services Legit?Alternatives to Anthem Tax ServiceIs Anthem Tax Services Worth It?Final ThoughtsFrequently Asked QuestionsAnthem Tax Services At a Glance.simple_table-49144 table tr th{\ttext-align: center;\t\t}.simple_table-49144 table tr td{\ttext-align: center;\t\t}Free ConsultationYesServicesTax ReliefTax PreparationBookkeepingInitial Fee$250+Resolution Fee$2,500 - $7,000 (Based on BBB Client Reviews)Minimum Debt Required$10,000Refund Policy100% Money-Back Guarantee (Available if Anthem Does Not Save You Money or Rework Your Payments)Dedicated Case ManagerYesSpeed of Service2 - 6 monthsLocation AvailabilityAll 50 U.S. StatesPhone Number(888) 548-0478Services OfferedAs with other companies in this space, Anthem offers various tax relief services, including:Offer in CompromisePenalty AbatementCurrently Not collectible Status PlacementInstallment PlansIRS Tax LiensIRS Levy\/Wage GarnishmentThe company also offers tax return preparation and bookkeeping services.Our Pick For Best Tax Relief Company\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t.st5-50967.btn.btn-default:hover{border-color: #4db848;color: #4db848;background: #fff !important;}\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBBB Accredited: A+ Rating With 5\/5 RatingGuarantee: 30-Day Moneyback GuaranteeReasonable Fees: Lower than Industry AveragesTax Attorneys and CPAs: Decades of Combined Experience\tHow Does Anthem Tax Services Work?Unlike some other firms in this space, Anthem does not clearly lay out the process for its customers, which is a red flag for me.Resolving your tax debts with the IRS is confusing and stressful enough \u2014 tax relief companies like Anthem should be there to clarify the process as much as possible.This does not inspire confidence that Anthem will ultimately serve the client, which is highlighted by the negative BBB reviews of the company.Anthem\u2019s ProcessClient reviews and third-party sites, however, do provide some insight into Anthem\u2019s process.Step 1: Request a \u201cconsultation.\u201dTo sign up for Anthem\u2019s services, you must first request a consultation through its website.Step 2: Have a \u201cconsultation\u201d over the phone.The initial consultation is free, but based on the reviews, you are likely to speak to a salesperson rather than a tax professional at this stage.The company website advertises prospective clients to \u201cend your tax problems today with a free consultation.\u201dThis description makes the consultation more than what it actually is \u2014 that is, an opportunity for the company to sell its services rather than preliminarily evaluating your tax debt situation.If you decide to move forward, a tax representative will review your situation and provide options to resolve your case as well as the estimated fee for each option.Step 3: Pay Anthem\u2019s fee.Once you agree on an option and pay the fee, the company claims that it will work towards resolving your case with the IRS and\/or state tax agency.There were a number of negative client reviews focusing on these stages of the process. For example, in one review, a former client complained that the company \u201cseverely misled on what result I could expect,\u201d with the end result being that he ended up paying more to the IRS.It is important to keep in mind that I had no way of verifying whether this review is accurate or even from an actual client of Anthem Tax Services.However, this review and others like it, if they are true, consistently show a huge disconnect between what the client was promised and what the company actually delivered.Related: How Far Back Can the IRS Go?Anthem Tax Services RequirementsAs mentioned above, to sign up for Anthem\u2019s services, you must request a consultation through the company website.Based on third-party sites, the minimum amount of tax debt required for Anthem to work with you is $10,000, which is in line with other tax relief companies.There appears to be no other requirement to qualify for Anthem\u2019s servicesBecause an installment payment plan is relatively easy to obtain with the IRS (and\/or state tax agency), I suspect that Anthem will be willing to accept any case exceeding the $10,000 threshold.Anthem Tax Services CostBased on BBB client reviews and third-party sites, Anthem\u2019s fees are as follows:.simple_table-49145 table tr th{\ttext-align: center;\t\t}.simple_table-49145 table tr td{\ttext-align: center;\t\t}Initial Fee$250+Resolution Fee$2,500 - $7,000 (Based on BBB Client Reviews)Initial FeeAnthem charges an initial fee starting at $250 as part of its services, which is lower than other companies in this space.It is unclear, however, what this fee is for and when it is paid.Other tax relief companies charge an upfront fee during an \u201cinvestigation\u201d or \u201cdiscovery\u201d phase, so I suspect the fee is for the company\u2019s presentation of your options to resolve your case.Resolution FeeBased on the research I found, the resolution can vary, with the typical range between $2,500 to $7,000.Of course, this is no different than any other tax relief firm\u2019s practices: Complex cases such as an offer in compromise will require more time and be more expensive while simpler cases will be cheaper.How Much Could You Save with Anthem Tax Services?The amount of money you can save depends on your specific tax situation.In some cases, Anthem was able to substantially reduce its clients\u2019 tax debts, based on the testimonials posted on the company website and some BBB client reviews.In other cases, Anthem was only able to secure an installment plan for its clients.This outcome is not uncommon \u2014 oftentimes tax reduction is not achievable, and a payment plan with the IRS is the only option to manage your tax debts.That said, a consistent theme among the negative reviews is that clients were offered a payment plan despite lofty promises of substantial tax reduction.For example, one client claimed that the company obtained a settlement that did not reduce his taxes and that would cripple the family budget after being \u201cpromised a forensic dive into our backed [sic] IRS taxes\u2026and a settlement that would fit our budget and time to repay.\u201dAssuming this client review is true, this disconnect shows, at a minimum, that Anthem was not upfront with the client on the possibility of not being able to reduce his back taxes.At its worst, the review suggests that Anthem employs aggressive sales pitches of substantial tax reduction in order to get the fee from the client without properly evaluating whether the client can qualify for such relief.Related: Ultimate Guide to Filing Back TaxesAnthem Tax Services Pros and ConsPros Low Initial Fee: Anthem has an initial fee starting at $250, which is comparatively lower than other tax relief firms.Money-Back Guarantee: Customers are allowed to get a refund if Anthem fails to save them taxes or rework their tax debts. However, client reviews suggest some difficulty in obtaining a refund.ConsDisconnect Between Promises and Actual Results: A lot of client reviews pointed out that Anthem did nothing for them or only negotiated a payment plan on their behalf, despite promises of substantial tax reduction in the beginning.Poor Communication: In a number of client reviews, former clients complained of high staff turnover on their case and having to repeatedly call to find out the status of their tax situation.Lack of Clear Process: Anthem does not clearly lay out the process for its customers, which can contribute to further confusion on the part of the client.Is Anthem Tax Services Legit?Anthem has a middling rating of 3.64\/5.00 on the BBB website.The company did receive some favorable BBB reviews, but there were also several negative reviews specifically pointing out the company\u2019s poor customer service and the disconnect between Anthem\u2019s promises and the end result.We describe the guarantee policy and negative client reviews further below.Guarantee DisclaimerAnthem provides a money-back guarantee if it does not save you money or rework your tax debts with the IRS (and\/or state tax agency).At first glance, the guarantee is more robust than other firms in this space.But if you look closer, the guarantee may be less generous than it sounds.After all, obtaining an installment plan with the IRS is relatively easy \u2014 does that count as \u201creworking your tax debt?\u201dAdditionally, client reviews suggest that obtaining a refund is quite difficult in some cases.In one review, a former client requested his money back after realizing Anthem was doing nothing with his case.According to him, the company refused to provide the refund because it had already claimed to have resolved his case.Assuming the client\u2019s claims are true, this suggests some inconsistency between Anthem\u2019s stated guarantee policy and the actual process of obtaining the refund.Anthem Tax Service Complaints and Customer ReviewsAs mentioned above, the company received several negative BBB reviews. The following table lists some representative examples of the negative BBB reviews:.simple_table-49148 table tr th{\ttext-align: center;\t\t}.simple_table-49148 table tr td{\ttext-align: center;\t\t}ReviewerIssueMy Take (Assuming Reviewer\u2019s Claims Are True)Toro M.02\/02\/2022Toro claimed that he asked whether he was eligible for an Offer in Compromise (\u201cOIC\u201d) on his tax debts and was told by an Anthem representative that he qualified for the program. The representative asked him to pay the $2,500 fee to move forward with the OIC process.According to Toro, the company failed to reach out or submit anything to the IRS for several months. Then, Toro claimed that a representative reached out to inform him that he no longer qualified for the OIC program, based on his new finances (i.e., a new job). Anthem refused to refund the fee back to Toro, leaving him to deal with his tax debts.Assuming Toro\u2019s claims are true, the fact that Anthem failed to do anything on behalf of the client after receiving the fee and despite telling him he qualified for an OIC is especially concerning. The disconnect suggests, at a minimum, that Anthem failed to advocate for its client after receiving the fee despite promises to reduce Toro\u2019s tax debts.To be fair, the representative may be correct in stating that a change in Toro\u2019s finances could impact his eligibility for the OIC program. However, the fact that the client was surprised at his disqualification from the program suggests that Anthem may not have been upfront with him on the requirements for the OIC program.Nina R.08\/24\/2021Nina claimed that, despite \u201cpromising us everything\u201d on her tax debts, she could never reach anyone assigned to her case on phone and was constantly passed around to other representatives after she paid the fee.In the few instances she was able to reach someone, Nina claims that the representative was not especially helpful. In one troubling exchange, she claimed that the representative requested Nina to give her a good business review before she would perform one specific task on her case. In another case, she claimed that one of the owners of the firm emailed her to assure her that the Anthem team was working during the pandemic, but the email was nonfunctional when she tried to respond back.According to Nina, she ultimately ended up owing twice her original tax debt and has not received a refund on the fees from Anthem.If Nina\u2019s claims are true, her inability to reach anyone about her case is concerning. As a firm that claims that it is \u201cpassionate about [its] work\u201d and \u201cinspired to resolve your tax situation,\u201d Anthem should, at a minimum, return her calls and periodically update Nina on her case. The firm\u2019s lack of communication suggests that no dedicated representative is steering her case towards resolution.Additionally, the treatment of her case before and after payment of the fee hits at a common complaint against Anthem \u2013 that is, the company employs a \u201cbait and switch\u201d approach where it gives lofty promises to clients about their tax situation in the beginning, but ultimately fails to deliver on such promises.Stacey T.01\/26\/2021Stacey claimed that she retained Anthem\u2019s services two years ago, but could not get phone calls or emails returned over the two-year period, despite paying the $2,500 fee. The former client even cites specific excuses the company has provided for its lack of communication, including \u201cWe are moving offices and I cannot locate your files\u201d and the \u201ccase manager suddenly retired and your case has not yet been reassigned.\u201dStacey further claims that the company would only call her on matters related to the fee. In one example, she claimed that the President of the company called to inform her that the fee she paid was too low and that Anthem would require another payment to continue with her case.Stacey\u2019s experience, if true, again highlights Anthem\u2019s poor client service after the company has received its fee, a common complaint against tax relief companies in general.The lack of communication over such a long period of time, and the excuses cited in the review, are problematic from a client service perspective. Achieving a resolution with the IRS is time-consuming and confusing enough \u2013 the lack of communication from a tax relief company that is supposedly in your corner only compounds the problem.The fact that the company only calls for fee-related matters is also concerning. Of course, it is not uncommon to seek an increase in fees if the case turns out to be more complex. However, the company should be upfront about the possibility of fee increases and pay just as much attention to the resolution of the case and the client experience as it does to the fees.Sam G.11\/07\/2020Sam claimed that he paid Anthem $3,000 in fees after the company promised him it could resolve his tax debt issue.According to Sam, upon paying the fee, he sent over the required documents (including pay stubs), but the company failed to bother reviewing his documents. Sam claimed that he repeatedly tried contacting someone assigned to his case to no avail. Finally, when he was able to reach someone, Sam claims the representative incorrectly told him that his monthly income was $15,000, and that he could only qualify for an installment plan with the IRS. Sam claims that the company incorrectly calculated his income and failed to take into account his expenses.In his review, Sam mentions the case is still unresolved and that \u201cthey simply don't care and they do a very shoddy job once you pay them.\u201dAssuming Sam\u2019s claims are true, it is another instance of the company overpromising at the beginning and failing to perform the basic due diligence required to resolve the tax debt once the fee is paid.The company\u2019s failure to correctly calculate his income and expenses, if true, is especially concerning. The review does not detail what type of relief Sam and Anthem were pursuing, but I suspect it was an OIC. As someone that has worked on putting together OICs, capturing the client\u2019s taxable income is integral to the approval or rejection of the request. The fact that Anthem did not properly do this shows that the company either failed at performing the one item necessary for an OIC, or, in the worst case, failed to properly vet whether the client actually qualified for such relief.Alternatives to Anthem Tax ServiceBelow is a comparison of Anthem\u2019s services and other established tax relief companies:.btn.btn-blue.dift:hover, .btn.btn-default.dift:hover {color: #5378eb;border-color: #5378eb;background: #fff !important;}\t\t\t Anthem Tax ServicesChoice Tax Relief(My Company)Jackson Hewitt Tax ResolutionCommunity Tax \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPros and Cons\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRead Review\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRead Review\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRead Review\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFree Consultation\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\tServices\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTax ResolutionTax PreparationBookkeeping\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTax ResolutionTax Returns\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTax ResolutionTax Preparation\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTax ResolutionTax Preparation\t\t\t\t\t\tInvestigation Fee\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$250+\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$395+\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$395+\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$495+\t\t\t\t\t\tResolution Fee\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$2,500 - $7,000\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$3,000 (Average)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$1,500 (Average)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$1,500 -$4,000\t\t\t\t\t\tMinimum Debt Required\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$10,000\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$10,000\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot Available\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$5,000\t\t\t\t\t\tRefund Policy\t\t\t\t\t\t\t100% Money-Back Guarantee (Available if Anthem Does Not Save You Money or Rework Your Payments)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t100% Money-Back Guarantee if Client Is Not in Better Position After Resolution\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMoney Back Guarantee if Requested Within 30 Days of the Discovery Phase\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes (Terms are not stated on website)\t\t\t\t\t\tDedicated Case Manager\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes\t\t\t\t\t\tSpeed of Service\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2-6 months\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2-6 months\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2-6 months\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2-6 months\t\t\t\t\t\tLocation Availability\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAll 50 U.S. States\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAll 50 U.S. States\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot available in Idaho, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio and Washington\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAll 50 U.S. States\t\t\t\t\t\tTax Relief Phone Number\t\t\t\t\t\t\t(888) 548-0478\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t(866) 800-0829\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t(800) 234-1040\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t(800) 444-0622\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\tIs Anthem Tax Services Worth It?In my opinion, Anthem\u2019s services are not worth the trouble.Based on several client reviews, the company fails to deliver on the lofty promises it makes to clients with respect to their tax situation and provides poor customer service (e.g., no call backs, constant reassignment to another case manager, etc.) once it receives the resolution fee.Who Anthem Tax Service Is Best ForAnthem Tax Services is best for individuals with simple tax debt situations (e.g., tax lien, wage garnishment) that prefer to hand off their tax case to someone else.Who Anthem Tax Service Is Not ForAnthem Tax Services is not for individuals with more complex cases that like to be involved in the process.Some client reviews have suggested that Anthem fails to perform basic due diligence necessary for the resolution in a timely manner, something that is required for cases where the client has a complex financial situation and several years of back taxes.Final ThoughtsUltimately, a number of client reviews showed that Anthem provided poor customer service and failed to deliver on promises made to clients in the beginning with respect to their tax case.Additionally, the company does not lay out a clear process for resolving tax debt cases, which adds further confusion to clients already dealing with a stressful situation.Frequently Asked Questions.accordion-list .accordion-title:hover{color: #4db848;}Who is Anthem Tax?Anthem Tax helps clients with their tax debts with the IRS (and\/or state tax agency). The company also provides tax return and bookkeeping preparation services.Are tax relief companies legit?There are some tax relief companies that provide their clients with realistic expectations on their tax debt options and genuinely try to help them through their tax issues. That said, the tax relief industry is notorious for misleading clients on the reduction of tax debts, poor client service, and opaque pricing. You should do your due diligence if you are considering retaining a tax debt relief firm to help resolve your tax debts.Are tax relief companies worth it?You are not required to retain a tax relief firm to resolve your tax debts. It is worth noting that you can do all the things that tax relief companies can do, including requesting a reduction in your tax debts, entering into an installment plan, and\/or placing your case into Currently Not Collectible status.How do I get relief from IRS debt? There are a variety of ways to obtain IRS relief, including entering into an Offer in Compromise for a reduced tax settlement or agreeing to an installment payment plan with the IRS.Who owns Anthem Tax service?Anthem Tax Services appears to be owned by Josh Kahn, who is also the current Chief Executive Officer of the company.Where is Anthem Tax Services located?Anthem Tax Services is based in Los Angeles, California.  "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Taxes","item":"https:\/\/moneydoneright.com\/taxes\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Tax Relief","item":"https:\/\/moneydoneright.com\/taxes\/\/tax-relief\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Anthem Tax Services Review 2025: Honest Opinion by a Tax Attorney","item":"https:\/\/moneydoneright.com\/taxes\/tax-relief\/anthem-tax-services-review\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]