WISCONSIN Tax Relief Experts
A Clear Path Out of IRS and State Tax Debt
Great Lakes Tax Relief helps individuals and businesses deal with IRS and state tax debt. Owing taxes is more common than you think, and you will get help here without judgement.
Based in Waukesha, Wisconsin
Working online across Wisconsin and the Great Lakes States.
Discover the Story Behind Great Lakes Tax Relief
Founded in 2025, I know how it feels to hire help and still get burned, because it happened to our owner. A tax relief firm promised things it could not deliver. I started Great Lakes Tax Relief so you never have to go through that. Sometimes the solution doesn’t involve rainbows and unicorns and won’t be easy, but I will see you through.
THE FEAR IS NORMAL
Why Wake up the IRS?
Most people who owe taxes are not criminals. Maybe you hit a bad break, or felt embarrassed to ask. The government stays quiet, so waking it up feels risky, and you wait. You wait until the IRS or state takes money from your paycheck or bank account.
By then, fear runs your days and the mailbox feels like a threat. Getting out means a tighter budget for a while. It is not easy, but it ends, and you stop hiding.
Tax relied options that fit your situation.
Offer in Compromise
Settle for less when your assets and income will not pay for your tax debt in full. Most people will not qualify for this option.
Installment Agreement
Pay over time what you owe either in full or maybe sometimes a little less. Federal plans may be able to be paid over 72 months or more.
Unfiled Tax Returns
We have an accounting firm to file your personal, business, or payroll tax returns. We can help you get caught up fast.
Penalty Abatement
Sometimes there is a reason why you didn’t file or pay on time. Sometimes the government will offer a one time forgiveness.
Audit Defense
Most audits consist of you getting a letter asking for a few documents for you to send them. When it’s more we are there to help.
Innocent Spouse
This is especially important in community property states like Wisconsin. We can help if a spouse should not be liable.
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Why Choose Us
Unique Value Propositions That Set Us Apart
Fully Online
Handle everything from home, by video or phone. You save the drive and the time off work, and get help from anywhere.
Transparency
Everything goes in a written scope of work, with the price spelled out before you commit. Surprise invoices never show up.
Client-Centric Approach
We will provide you with a personalized solution and ask you questions others won’t so we consider all aspects.
Client Feedback
Hear From Our Satisfied Clients
Great Lakes Tax Relief helped me resolve my tax issues quickly and efficiently. Their team was supportive throughout the process.
-John
I was overwhelmed with tax debt, but their expertise helped me settle for less than I expected—truly a lifesaver!
-Mike
The staff at Great Lakes Tax Relief was knowledgeable and kind. I felt supported every step of the way!
-David
Thanks to Great Lakes Tax Relief, I can finally breathe easy. They handled everything professionally!
-Jenny
Our Process
Understanding How We Help You Navigate Tax Challenges
STEP 1
Initial Consultation
We assess your unique tax situation. We let you know how we think we can help you. Some people are in a situation where hiring someone, anyone, won’t help their situation.
If you then decide you want us to help you and put the worry on us, we will be happy to help.
Step 2
Get into Compliance
This might not apply to you, but if you need to file tax returns, or if you haven’t been the best at making your estimated quarterly payments, this is your next stop.
After we help you get into compliance, then the real work starts to help you with your tax debt.
Step 3
Strategic Plan
We will come up with all of your options and what avenue we recommend you to take.
Surprisingly, sometimes, the best move is to just wait and see if the IRS does anything. If the IRS does do something, we will have a big head start from the previous steps.
Step 4
Submit and Wait
Unfortunately, taxing agencies work on their own time table that can sometimes seem not logical and unreasonable.
Depending on your situation, there might be a couple week to many month wait for them to review our submission and answer.
Step 5
Results
Hopefully we get the result we were looking for. If we do, you are pretty much done.
If not, why didn’t we. Does it make sense to appeal the decision? Does it make sense to try something else?
Step 6
Aftercare
This is where we want to be different. What caused your tax problems? We want to help guide you in the future to make sure this never happens again to you.
We’d love the opportunity to help you with budgeting, making sure you stay in compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our products and services.
How much does it cost to get started?
The first step is a transcript and financial analysis for $750. If you own a business too, both cost $1,250 for the Federal side. If you have state tax debt too, it is $250 per state authorization. After that, you get a written price for any further work before you agree to it.
Can you settle my taxes for less than I owe?
Sometimes. That option is the hardest to get approved. It fits people who can show a documented inability to pay, or a good reason they do not owe the amount claimed.
The IRS is already taking money from my paycheck. Can you help?
Sometimes. Wage garnishment and bank levies are common reasons people reach out. The sooner we see your records, the sooner we can work toward a payment plan, a pause on collection, or another fix.
Do I have to come to Waukesha ?
You do not. Great Lakes Tax Relief is based in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and runs entirely online and over video. We help clients across Wisconsin, the Great Lakes states, and snowbirds wintering in Arizona or Florida.
What is I have not filed taxes in years?
That is common, and it is fixable. Through our sister company, Wilson Small Business Accounting, we file your back returns and bring you current. Filing usually has to come before any deal on your debt.
Do you handle both IRS and Wisconsin and other state tax debt?
Yes. Great Lakes Tax Relief works with the IRS, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue and any other state that you owe taxes to. We also handle tax debt in other states when your case crosses state lines.
Take Action on Your Tax Relief Today!
Contact us now for a free consultation and start your journey towards financial stability.