Back Taxes & IRS Debt Resolution in Old North, OH
If you owe the IRS — whether from one year or many — there are more resolution options than most Old North taxpayers realize. The IRS offers installment agreements (pay over time), penalty abatement (waive first-time penalties), currently not collectible status (pause collection if you can't pay), and the Offer in Compromise (settle for less than owed if you qualify). We assess your situation and recommend the best path.
Serving Old North, Franklin County · 3 miles from our Morse Rd office (~8 min drive)
Initial consultation and IRS transcripts pull: $200
Old North · Columbus Metro
Why this Back Taxes & IRS Debt Resolution page is written for Old North
Columbus Metro tax filers tend to need ITIN preparation, expat returns, multi-state W-2 filings, and ITIN-dependent child tax credit work — and the document trail matters more than the math. Our Franklin County clients receive a complete return walkthrough — line by line — so they understand what was claimed, what was deducted, and why.
Old North sits in Columbus Metro, driven by financial services, insurance, healthcare, and the new wave of tech investment around the Intel campus and the Columbus Region Logistics Council corridor. Franklin County, where Old North is located, is a small Ohio city where most clients drive to the county seat for vital records and to a regional metro for federal appointments.
easy I-71 and Route 161 access keeps drive times short from anywhere inside the outerbelt. From Old North (ZIP 43202), the trip is roughly 3 miles each way.
one of the largest Somali populations in the United States outside Minneapolis, with growing Bhutanese, Burmese, and Latino communities — and Old North, with a population near 6,500, reflects that mix in its schools, workplaces, and houses of worship.
The 3-mile drive from Old North (~8 min) makes it practical for an evening or Saturday tax appointment. We also serve families across the rest of Columbus Metro, where many of our Old North clients have relatives, coworkers, and shared community ties.
Back Taxes & IRS Debt Resolution for Old North Residents
Old North residents dealing with IRS notices, audits, or back-tax issues face strict deadlines and escalating penalties for inaction. Franklin County taxpayers come to us with letters they don't understand and IRS balances they're not sure are accurate. We pull your IRS account transcripts, explain what's actually owed, and respond within the deadline — keeping collection from escalating.
What We Handle
Total IRS debt analysis (transcripts pull, amounts confirmed)
Installment agreement setup (Form 9465 or online)
First-time penalty abatement requests
Currently Not Collectible status filing
Offer in Compromise eligibility analysis and submission
Innocent spouse relief (Form 8857) when applicable
Tax lien discharge or subordination requests
Pricing
Initial consultation and IRS transcripts pull: $200. Installment agreement: $300. Offer in Compromise preparation: $1,500-$3,500 depending on complexity.
Turnaround
Installment agreement: 1-4 weeks. Offer in Compromise: 6-12 months. Currently Not Collectible: 1-3 months.
What to Bring
Getting to Our Office from Old North
Distance
3 miles
Drive Time
~8 minutes
From
Columbus Metro
From Old North, head toward Columbus and exit onto Morse Rd. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15 — between Cleveland Ave and I-71. Free on-site parking, walk-ins welcome every day Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–4pm.
Get turn-by-turn directions on Google Maps →Frequently Asked Questions
I owe IRS $20,000. Can I really settle for less?+
Possibly — through the Offer in Compromise program. The IRS evaluates your "reasonable collection potential" based on assets, monthly income minus allowable expenses, and time remaining on the collection statute. Acceptance rates hover around 30-40% for properly prepared OICs. We assess eligibility before recommending.
Will IRS take my house if I don't pay back taxes?+
IRS can file a tax lien (a public record claim against your property) for any unpaid balance over $10,000. Levies (actual seizure) happen only after multiple notices and typically target bank accounts and wages before real property. We help prevent escalation through proactive resolution.
Can I just set up a payment plan online?+
Yes — if you owe less than $50,000 and can pay within 72 months. Set it up at IRS.gov/payments. The setup fee is $31 for direct debit, $130 for non-direct-debit. For balances over $50,000 or longer terms, professional setup is recommended to ensure terms are sustainable.
How far is your office from Old North?+
Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus is approximately 3 miles from Old North — typically a 8-minute drive. We're on the north side of Columbus between Cleveland Ave and I-71 with free parking. Walk in any day Monday through Saturday 10am–6pm, or Sunday 10am–4pm.
Do Old North residents owe local city income tax?+
Most Ohio municipalities in Franklin County levy a 1-2% local income tax on residents and on income earned within city limits. We calculate your local tax liability and file the local return alongside your federal and state returns when applicable.
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Walk in for a free initial assessment of your options. Old North-area office on Morse Rd.
3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 · Mon–Sat 10am–6pm · Sun 10am–4pm