Settle Your IRS Debt for Less — Tax Resolution in Phoenix, AZ
Behind on taxes? Facing a lien, levy, or audit? Sentinel's licensed CPAs and IRS Enrolled Agents negotiate directly with the IRS to reduce what you owe and stop collections — so you can breathe again.
How We Resolve Your Tax Problem
🛡️ Licensed CPAs & Enrolled Agents 🔒 Confidential 💬 Free Consultation
Real Licensed Help — Not a Call Center
Sentinel Tax Relief was founded in 2010 by CPAs and Enrolled Agents who were tired of watching Phoenix families get burned by out-of-state 'tax relief' mills. We're local, licensed, and we do the work ourselves — no bait-and-switch, no handing your case to a junior in another state.
An Enrolled Agent is federally licensed to represent you before the IRS at every level. That means you never have to talk to the IRS again — we do. In sixteen years we've resolved more than $40M in tax debt and settled 3,500+ cases. Whatever you're facing, there is a way through it, and we'll show you exactly what it is on your free call.
- ✓Licensed CPAs & IRS Enrolled Agents
- ✓We deal with the IRS so you don't
- ✓Local Phoenix firm — not an out-of-state mill
- ✓$40M+ resolved · 3,500+ cases
Why People Facing the IRS Choose Us
Sixteen years, $40M+ resolved, and one goal: the best possible outcome for you.
Licensed to Represent You
Enrolled Agents and CPAs can stand in for you before the IRS at every level. You never face them alone — or at all.
We Stop the Bleeding First
Levies, garnishments, and collection calls — we move fast to halt aggressive IRS action while we build your case.
We Reduce What You Owe
Offers in Compromise, penalty abatement, and every program you qualify for — we fight to settle for the least possible.
Local, Not a Mill
A real Phoenix firm doing the work ourselves — not an out-of-state operation that takes a retainer and disappears.
Confidential & Judgment-Free
Whatever got you here, we've seen it. Your consultation is private, honest, and entirely without judgment.
Every Kind of IRS & State Tax Problem
If it involves the IRS or the Arizona Department of Revenue, we can help.
Back Tax Relief
Owe years of back taxes? We negotiate affordable payment plans and settlements that fit what you can actually pay.
Offer in Compromise
Qualify to settle your tax debt for less than you owe — often a fraction. We handle the complex application start to finish.
Penalty Abatement
Penalties and interest can double a tax bill. We petition to remove or reduce them wherever the law allows.
Liens & Levies
Bank levy, wage garnishment, or a lien on your home? We act fast to get them released and stop collections.
Audit Defense
Facing an IRS or state audit? We represent you from first notice to final resolution so you never go it alone.
Unfiled Returns
Years of unfiled returns? We prepare and file them, minimize the damage, and get you back in good standing.
Real People, Real Relief
I owed the IRS $71,000 and was terrified. Sentinel negotiated an Offer in Compromise and I settled for $8,400. They gave me my life back. I can't recommend them enough.
The IRS had levied my bank account. Sentinel got the levy released in days and set up a payment plan I could actually afford. Calm, professional, and they handled everything.
Six years of unfiled returns kept me up at night. They filed all of them, cut the penalties way down, and I'm finally caught up and sleeping again. Worth every dollar.
They defended me through a full IRS audit and I ended up owing almost nothing. Having real Enrolled Agents in the room changed everything. I never spoke to the IRS once.
Your Path to Relief
Three steps from IRS stress to a resolution you can live with.
Free Confidential Call
Tell us what you're facing. We review your situation privately and explain your real options — no judgment, no pressure.
We Take Over
We file your power of attorney, deal with the IRS directly, and stop aggressive collection while we build your case.
We Settle It
We negotiate the best resolution you qualify for — and you finally put the IRS behind you for good.
You Don't Have to Talk to the IRS Ever Again
The moment you hire us, we file a power of attorney and the IRS deals with us — not you. No more terrifying letters you don't understand, no more collection calls, no more sleepless nights. We answer for you, negotiate for you, and stand between you and the most powerful collection agency in the country. That relief starts on day one.
- ✓We file power of attorney — the IRS calls us
- ✓Collections and levies halted fast
- ✓Private, judgment-free, and on your side
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you really settle my tax debt for less than I owe?
Often, yes — through an Offer in Compromise, many clients settle for a fraction of what they owe. It depends on your income, assets, and expenses. We'll tell you honestly on your free call whether you're likely to qualify and what a realistic outcome looks like.
The IRS levied my bank account / garnished my wages. Can you stop it?
Yes, and fast. Once we file a power of attorney we contact the IRS immediately to request a release and halt further collection while we work out a resolution. Time matters here, so reach out as soon as you can.
I have years of unfiled returns. Am I in trouble?
You're not alone, and it's fixable. We prepare and file your back returns, work to reduce penalties, and get you back into compliance — which is almost always the first step to any settlement.
Will I have to talk to the IRS myself?
No. As licensed Enrolled Agents and CPAs, we're authorized to represent you before the IRS at every level. Once you hire us, we handle all communication — you don't have to speak to them at all.
How long does resolution take?
It varies with your situation — a levy release can happen in days, while an Offer in Compromise may take several months. We'll give you a realistic timeline up front and keep you updated at every step.
How much does it cost, and is my consultation private?
Your initial consultation is free and completely confidential. If we take your case, we quote a flat fee up front based on the work involved — no hourly surprises. For most clients the savings far outweigh the fee.
Ready to Put the IRS Behind You?
Get a free, confidential consultation today and find out exactly how we can resolve your tax problem.
Free, Confidential Consultation
Tell us what you're facing. We'll review it privately and lay out your options — no obligation.