Services
Refund Offset Assistance
If your refund was reduced or taken to cover a debt, we help you understand why and what can be done about it.
A refund offset is unsettling, especially when you were counting on that money. We help you identify which agency claimed the refund, confirm whether the offset was applied correctly, and explain your options in plain language.
Where it applies, we help with injured spouse relief so the portion of the refund that belongs to you isn't used to pay someone else's debt.
- Offset notice review and explanation
- Injured spouse allocation support
- Guidance on disputing an incorrect offset
- Planning so future refunds aren't caught by surprise
What it costs
Every return is different, so instead of a flat rate, we price based on the forms your return actually needs. You'll always know the cost before we file anything.
Questions
Why was my refund reduced?
Refunds can be used to pay past-due federal or state debts, such as child support, student loans or state taxes. The Bureau of the Fiscal Service sends a notice that names the agency.
What is injured spouse relief?
If your joint refund was taken for a debt that belongs only to your spouse, Form 8379 can let you get your share back.
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