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Our licensed CPAs pull everything the IRS has on your account and hand you a clear, plain-English report — at no cost to you. No tax code, no guessing. You’ll know exactly where you stand. If anything needs fixing, our CPA team is right there to help.
Most firms charge $300–$900 for an IRS Account Review. After 38 years of doing this work, we’d rather start the conversation.
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KGOB CPAs & Advisors
IRS Account Summary
CPA Reviewed · Confidential
Account Status
Action Required
Balance Due
$18,440
Penalties on File
$3,120
Issues Flagged
4 items
CPA Recommendation Included
Relief pathways identified — penalty abatement eligible, installment plan recommended.
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Individuals · Business · Trusts & Estates
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The reason we can give this report away.
of firm practice since 1988
IRS-resolution engagements
in tax debt resolved for clients
of reviews surface a material issue
Most CPA firms charge $300–$900 for an IRS Account Review. We don’t. After 38 years of doing this work, we know exactly what these transcripts contain — and we’d rather you start the conversation knowing the truth than spend money to learn what’s wrong.
Resolution work, if you choose to engage us for it after the review, is a separate engagement priced fairly to the case. There is no obligation. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
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Don’t take our word for it. Our practice is publicly listed on the platforms below and registered with regulatory bodies that hold us accountable.
KGOB CPAs & Advisors PLLC is a licensed firm registered with the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners. Verify any NC CPA or firm at nccpaboard.gov.
All licensed NC CPA firms providing assurance services are required to participate in the AICPA Peer Review program. Our peer review history is part of the public record.
Every tax preparer on our team holds an active IRS Preparer Tax Identification Number. PTINs are required for paid preparation and verifiable on the IRS PTIN registry.
Three reviews. Three discoveries.
What each review actually surfaced — and the moment the client realized they could finally see the full picture.
The phantom assessment
She thought her record was clean. Her free Account Review surfaced six IRS-filed substitute returns under §6020(b) for years she’d never actually filed, inflating her assessed balance to roughly $42,000. After we filed the actual returns from her records, her genuine liability was just over $9,000. The Account Review made the difference visible.
The report identified the problem in 8 days. She chose to engage us for resolution; the IRS accepted an Offer in Compromise.
The trust-fund surprise
He pulled an Account Review after a vague IRS notice arrived. The report uncovered approximately $187,000 of Trust Fund Recovery Penalties personally assessed against him under §6672, dating to three quarters across 2019–2021. He had no idea the personal liability existed.
With the picture in hand, he engaged us to negotiate. We secured an Installment Agreement structured to his actual cash flow within 11 months.
The unfiled-return cliff
The owner pulled a free review out of curiosity. The transcript showed roughly $310,000 in unpaid payroll tax balance plus active §6672 personal exposure on him. A CPA on our team flagged the case within 48 hours of the report being generated.
He engaged us to bring filings current and structure a resolution. The business stayed open, employees stayed on payroll, personal asset seizure was avoided.
Composites drawn from real client engagements. Identifying details (name, location, industry, amounts) have been changed or generalized to protect client confidentiality. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. The IRS evaluates every Offer in Compromise, Installment Agreement, and penalty abatement request on its specific facts.
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You can't fix what you can't see.
The IRS keeps its own version of your tax history — and it doesn't always match what you think you filed. Balances you didn't know about. Penalties compounding quietly. Returns the IRS says they never received. Payments they didn't apply. Until you see exactly what the IRS sees, you're operating blind.
An IRS Account Review pulls data directly from the IRS — the same records they use internally — and translates them into a clear, readable report prepared by a licensed CPA. Not a credit report. The IRS's own record of your tax account, decoded so you can actually understand it.
And once your CPA has the full picture, they'll tell you exactly what needs to happen next — and handle the resolution for you.
The Right Time to Get Your Account Reviewed
If any of these apply to you — you need clarity before you act.
Received an IRS Notice
Don't respond blind. Know exactly what the IRS is claiming before you write a single word.
Know You Owe Back Taxes
You know there's a balance — but do you know the exact amount, penalty breakdown, and all eligible relief options?
Haven't Filed in Years
The IRS may have already filed substitute returns on your behalf — often with no deductions and inflated balances.
Buying, Selling, or Refinancing
Federal tax liens attach to property and can collapse real estate transactions. Catch them before your closing date.
Business Sale or Acquisition
IRS liability transfers in asset sales can surprise buyers and sellers alike. Confirm IRS standing before the deal closes.
Routine Compliance Check
Even if you believe everything is in order — a CPA-reviewed account confirmation removes all doubt.
What Your Account Review Reveals
Your CPA pulls your official IRS records and translates them into a report that covers:
Balances Owed
What the IRS says you owe — and for which tax years
Filing Status
Whether all your returns have been received and processed
Penalties & Interest
Any penalties, interest, or adjustments applied to your account
Payment History
All payments and credits the IRS has on file
Collection Status
Active liens, levies, installment agreements, or garnishments
Discrepancies
Differences between what you filed and what the IRS recorded
For Every Client Type
The IRS keeps separate records for individuals, businesses, and trusts & estates. Our CPAs know the difference.
Individuals
- Received an IRS notice or letter
- Owe back taxes from prior years
- Haven't filed in multiple years
- Buying or selling a home (lien check)
- Want confirmation your account is clean
Business Owners
- Payroll / 941 tax balance issues
- Business income tax liabilities
- SBA loan IRS transcript requirements
- Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP) exposure
- Pre-sale due diligence on IRS standing
Trusts & Estates
- Estate administration & executor duties
- Unfiled Form 1041 trust returns
- Estate tax compliance & IRS liens
- Beneficiary IRS clearance before distribution
- Prior trustee liability review
Request. Review. Get Help.
Request Your Free Review
Submit your request online and share your basic details. That's all we need to pull your complete IRS file — the exact records the IRS has on you right now. No cost, no obligation.
A Real CPA Reads Every Line
A licensed CPA at KGOB goes through your entire IRS record — every balance, every penalty, every year, every flag. Then they write it up in plain English so you actually understand it.
Authorize IRS Access
Sign IRS Form 2848 electronically to authorize our CPAs to access your records on your behalf. Standard IRS-approved process.
Receive Your Review & Next Steps
Once the IRS releases your records, we analyze everything and deliver your report through your secure portal. Your CPA walks you through exactly what it means and what to do next.
Now take the first step.
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We Review. We Explain. We Resolve.
Your account review doesn't just sit in a folder. Your CPA reviews it and walks you through exactly what it means — what the IRS has on file, where the problems are, and what your options look like.
If something needs fixing — reducing penalties, setting up a payment plan, filing missing returns, negotiating a settlement, or removing a lien — we handle that. KGOB is a full-service CPA firm with an in-house IRS representation team. We don't hand you a report and wish you luck. We're here for everything that comes after.
Your account review is completely free — no cost, no obligation. If issues are found and you'd like help resolving them, that's a separate conversation. What resolution costs depends entirely on what's found and what needs to be done. Your CPA will explain everything clearly before any work begins. No pressure. No surprises.
Penalty Reduction
First-time abatement and reasonable cause relief
Payment Plans
Installment agreements with the IRS
Settlement Options
Offers in Compromise and Currently Not Collectible status
Issues Our CPAs Regularly Identify
These are the problems hiding in IRS records — missed by most people until a licensed professional looks.
Unpaid Balances Accruing Interest
IRS interest compounds daily. Many clients discover balances far larger than expected.
Failure-to-File & Pay Penalties
Among the most common — and most removable — IRS penalties.
Federal Tax Liens
Filed when balances go unpaid, liens attach to property and appear on credit records.
IRS-Prepared Substitute Returns
When returns aren't filed, the IRS prepares them — typically with no deductions.
Trust Fund Recovery Penalties
Payroll tax failures can result in personal liability for business owners.
Collection Statute Expiration
The IRS has 10 years to collect. Sometimes debts are closer to expiration than you think.
Unfiled Estate or Trust Returns
Executors and trustees often inherit unfiled Form 1041 obligations.
Wage Garnishments & Bank Levies
Imminent IRS enforcement that can freeze accounts or garnish wages.
Why KGOB?
This isn't a faceless online service. It's your CPA firm.
We address your specific situation in the report's cover letter.
Get My Free Account ReviewThe fastest way to get a question answered about your account is to see your account.
Your Questions, Answered
Stop Guessing. Get the Full Picture — Free.
A licensed CPA pulls your IRS file and tells you exactly what's on it — in plain English, at no cost to you. If something needs fixing, our CPA team handles that too. No cost. No obligation. First things first: get the picture.
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