Allan Rolnick is the Founder and an Accountant at TriState Tax Resolution The Tax Rescue Squad LLC, a New York-based tax consulting firm helping individuals and small business owners resolve IRS and state tax issues. Since starting his practice in 1992, Allan has guided clients through complex tax challenges — including audits, levies, back taxes, wage garnishments, and tax liens — helping them regain financial stability and peace of mind. He is affiliated with leading professional organizations, including the New York State Society of CPAs, the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers, Tax Rep Network LLC, the American Society of Certified Tax Coaches, and the National Association of Tax Professionals.
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Ignoring an IRS notice may feel easier in the moment, but delay can quickly make a manageable tax issue more stressful. As penalties and interest add up, taxpayers may find themselves facing stronger letters, payment pressure, or even threats of asset seizure. So what should someone do when an IRS letter arrives?
Allan Rolnick's answer is simple: open the letter, don't panic, and act quickly. As a tax professional experienced in IRS problem-solving, he explains that taxpayers often make matters worse by avoiding notices or trying to handle the IRS alone without understanding the rules. He emphasizes the importance of responding before the situation escalates, creating payment plans that people can realistically afford, and avoiding unnecessary disclosures when speaking with the IRS. Allan's guidance centers on staying calm, getting the right representation, and taking deliberate steps toward resolution instead of letting fear drive the process.
In this episode of The Tax Resolution Ninja Show, Allan Rolnick, Founder and an Accountant at TriState Tax Resolution The Tax Rescue Squad LLC, discusses strategies for handling IRS notices and tax debt. Allan explains why taxpayers should open IRS letters right away, what to do when the IRS threatens asset seizure, and how to create realistic IRS payment plans.