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Offer in Compromise. Settle the tax debt, move on.

An Offer in Compromise (OIC) lets you settle federal tax debt for less than the full amount owed when paying in full would create economic hardship or there is legitimate doubt about the debt. IRS approves about 30-40% of OICs submitted. The key is the Reasonable Collection Potential (RCP) calculation: your income + assets the IRS can reach over the collection statute. We run the RCP analysis, prepare Form 656 + 433-A(OIC) financial disclosure, and negotiate the offer.

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How it works

How we handle Conservation Easement, end-to-end.

A conservation easement is a permanent restriction on the use of land, typically donated to a qualified land trust to preserve the land's natural or open-space character.

1

Eligibility review

Land must have conservation value: scenic, ecological, historic, open-space, or recreational. We assess whether your land qualifies. Most rural and undeveloped properties do; urban properties rarely.

2

Land trust selection

Donation must be to a qualified land trust (501(c)(3)). We refer to local and national land trusts (Land Trust Alliance, The Nature Conservancy, regional trusts). They accept the easement and hold the restriction in perpetuity.

3

Engineering + appraisal

Engineering work documents the conservation value. Qualified appraisal determines diminished land value (the deduction amount). IRS scrutinizes appraisals; we use highly credentialed appraisers with conservation easement experience.

4

Legal documentation + closing

Easement document recorded with county recorder. Permanent restriction runs with the land. Donor receives appraisal-supported deduction. Coordination with attorney specializing in conservation easements.

What we'll set up for you

A clean handoff, in four steps.

You give us the basics. We handle the state, the IRS, and the compliance clock so you can focus on the business.

01 · Name + Brand

A name that's actually available.

Real-time check against the state register, USPTO trademark database, and matching domains.

02 · State filing

Filed with the Secretary of State.

We submit your Articles, pay the state fee on your behalf, and return the stamped certificate.

03 · Federal IDs

EIN + the right tax setup.

Federal Employer ID with the IRS, plus state tax accounts when your business needs them.

04 · Stay compliant

Registered Agent + deadline tracking.

Your agent on file in every state, with every renewal and annual report tracked in one calendar.

Pricing

Transparent conservation easement pricing.

Government fees pass through at cost. No upsells.

OIC pre-qualification

$899
RCP analysis only

Calculate your RCP, determine OIC viability before commit. Useful if uncertain whether OIC is the right path. Excludes filing.

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Complex OIC / large debt

$5,999
$250K+ or business

Large-dollar OIC, business OIC (433-B), or DATL grounds. Includes counsel supervision for litigation-adjacent issues + appeals if rejected.

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FAQ

About the Conservation Easement Service.

Who qualifies for an OIC?
Most taxpayers with genuine inability to pay. Must be: tax compliant (current year filed, no missing returns), not in bankruptcy. Best for: significant tax debt + limited income/assets, or terminal-illness/exceptional circumstances.
What is the OIC approval rate?
IRS approval rate: 30-40% of submitted OICs. Well-prepared OICs from professionals: 60-70%+. Reason for low overall rate: many self-filed OICs are unrealistic (low offer vs RCP) or have errors.
How is my offer amount determined?
Offer must equal or exceed your RCP (Reasonable Collection Potential): asset equity + future income (12 months for lump sum, 24 months for periodic). IRS will not accept less than RCP. We calculate first, then craft offer.
What happens during the OIC review?
IRS pauses collection (no levies, garnishments) during review. Examiner verifies your financial disclosure, may request additional docs, calculates IRS's own RCP. Either accepts, counteroffers, or rejects. Timeline 6-12 months.
If rejected, can I appeal?
Yes. File request for OIC Appeals within 30 days. Appeals officer has broader settlement authority. ~60% of OIC appeals improve outcome. Beyond appeals: alternative collection options (installment, currently not collectible).
What are the long-term obligations?
Tax compliance for 5 years after acceptance: file + pay all taxes on time. Default = OIC reverses, full original debt + accrued interest reinstates. We help clients track compliance.
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