IRS and state tax problems require calm strategy, not panic-driven decisions.

When tax problems surface, leadership matters. We help business owners stabilize exposure, get clear on their options, and execute a resolution plan with discipline – with a focus on protecting cash flow and reducing unnecessary exposure.

Tax resolution is delivered within our CentsableCEO™ operating framework, so the approach used to resolve the issue also strengthens how you operate going forward.

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in estimated unpaid federal taxes annually, with a significant portion tied to business-related liabilities. (IRS TY 2022)

of unpaid taxes are tied to business income, largely from self-employed workers and pass-through entities. (CRFB)

Federal tax liabilities can remain enforceable for up to 10 years, often longer when tolling events apply (IRS)

Tax problems don’t signal failed leadership. They reveal where stronger operating standards are required.

IRS and state tax issues are often the result of cumulative decisions made under pressure: growth tradeoffs, cash-flow timing, staffing priorities, or outdated systems. These issues aren’t rare. They persist when operating standards lag behind growth. What differentiates leaders is how, and when, they’re resolved.

At Taxley®, we step in when tax issues create complexity that compromises control, increases risk, and pulls leadership attention away from growth.

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Restoring Control Through Clarity and Action

Taxley® approaches IRS and state tax resolution with facts, discretion, discipline, and strategic execution – supported by clear leadership alignment.

When tax issues surface, our work starts by stabilizing the situation and creating a clear path forward. That typically includes:

  • Establishing representation authority and communication boundaries
  • Securing accurate records and transcripts to confirm current posture
  • Identifying the strongest resolution lane based on risk, timing, and enforceability
  • Executing with steady follow-through to reduce exposure and reduce unnecessary escalation

We don’t operate in panic, shortcuts, or reactive decision-making. Our work is structured, deliberate, and designed for sustainability.

CentsableCEO™ membership is required for tax resolution clients. Every engagement stays grounded in how the issue intersects with real life and real operations:

  • Business operations and cash flow
  • Personal financial obligations
  • Compliance requirements and enforcement risk
  • Leadership responsibility and decision-making

Our role is to absorb complexity, manage the process, and execute with discipline – so leaders can regain control, stay informed, and refocus on growth.

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Resolution Results

The outcomes below reflect what happens when resolution is executed with clarity: control restored, risk contained, and leaders freed to focus on growth.

  • IRS liabilities $722,000 + state $109,966 → dual OICs approved for $14k and $25k, respectively
    Federal and state liens released; workload and pressure reduced
    Firefighter & Entrepreneur
    Wilmington, OH
  • $76k IRS balance → lien released + home refinance approved
    Cash flow increased by ~$2,000/month through consolidation; passport reinstated
    Retired Educators
    Lithonia, GA
  • $4M+ payroll tax liabilities and active levies → $0/month (hardship status)
    No further threat to business continuity or enforced collections
    Healthcare Company
    Lanham, MD
  • 5 years unfiled + ~$400K exposure (incl. TFRP) → compliance restored + ~$50K penalties abated
    Levies released; operations simplified; CNC secured; cash flow improved
    Entrepreneur | Multi-location Auto Business 
    Marietta, GA
  • $2M+ including Trust Fund penalties → $207,228 OIC approved
    Federal liability resolved; no further risk of levy
    Executive Director
    Bowie, MD
  • $184,279 + unfiled returns + Social Security levy → $500 OIC approved
    Compliance restored; retirement income protected
    Retired Doctor
    Highland, IN
  • $153,086 state tax debt; harsh levies → state balance eliminated
    Levies released; peace of mind restored
    Married Couple
    Racine, WI

Client results vary based on individual facts, eligibility, tax authority discretion, and client cooperation. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

How Tax Resolution Engagement Works

A discreet engagement designed to contain exposure, reduce uncertainty, and restore control. All tax resolution engagements are conducted within the CentsableCEO™ operating framework. Membership is addressed during the consult.

Phase 1

Consult

A paid consult establishes context, confirms readiness, and determines the appropriate resolution path. Investment: $499

Phase 2

Investigation

A tax account investigation establishes a verified baseline by confirming compliance gaps, enforcement risk, and viable resolution options.

Phase 3

Resolution

We handle representation, negotiation, and follow-through, with the goal of restoring compliance and reducing enforcement risk where eligible and permitted by law.

Resolution requires active CentsableCEO™ membership under our service terms.

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Meet the Founder, CEO

Anisha Bailey, EA, MSEL

Anisha Bailey is a federally licensed Enrolled Agent who founded Taxley in 2008 and has specialized in IRS and state tax resolution since 2012.

Through nearly two decades of working inside the financial and operational realities of business ownership, one pattern became clear: tax and financial issues don’t start as technical failures. They develop when decisions are made under pressure, without operating standards that hold as a business grows.

That insight shapes how we approach resolution today. Resolution is not treated as a standalone transaction or a quick fix. It is approached as a stabilizing engagement designed to restore control, clarify risk, and create space for better leadership decisions moving forward.

At Taxley, tax resolution is delivered through our CentsableCEO™ membership.

CentsableCEO is Taxley’s proprietary, executive-level, decision forum for entrepreneurs and leadership teams who want to lead with clarity, structure, and intention – before momentum turns into expensive mistakes.

This is how resolution becomes a turning point, supported by a higher operating standard as opposed to just temporary relief.

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Start with a Clarity Consult

Schedule time to confirm fit, scope, and the appropriate resolution path before any formal work begins.

During the consult, we will:

  • Review the details you share about your situation
  • Identify your current posture (collections, audit, levy, etc.)
  • Explain what typical next steps based on your posture.
  • Outline the most realistic resolution lanes available
  • Flag key risks, deadlines, and time-sensitive issues
  • Set expectations for timelines and required next actions
  • Confirm readiness and fit for formal engagement
  • Determine whether a Tax Account Investigation is recommended

Please Note: This session does not include representation (no Power of Attorney is filed), transcript pulls, financial workups, or contact with the IRS/state. It is focused on clarity, direction, and fit.

$499

Up to 45 minutes | Non-refundable

Consult fee may be applied toward a Tax Account Investigation when you move forward within 14 days. Consult fees are not applied to CentsableCEO™ membership.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. At Taxley®, tax resolution is delivered through our CentsableCEO™ membership. This ensures resolution is handled within a disciplined decision framework that supports long-term stability, not temporary relief.

No. Clients are not expected to arrive as members. CentsableCEO™ membership is introduced during the consult and established as part of the engagement when moving forward.

No. Taxley® does not provide tax preparation services. Our tax work is focused exclusively on tax resolution for entrepreneurs facing active IRS or state tax issues. When appropriate, we may refer clients to a qualified tax preparation firm.

This consult establishes context, confirms readiness, and determines the appropriate resolution path before any formal work begins. You’ll leave with a clear next-step plan and whether an Investigation is recommended.

Resolution timelines vary widely based on complexity, compliance status, and tax authority processing times. While we move quickly and operate with urgency, there are no guaranteed timelines.

Tax resolution does not require you to overhaul your business or personal finances immediately. Our role is to stabilize exposure, restore control, and ensure decisions are made with clarity—not pressure. Any broader leadership or structural considerations are addressed at your pace, with support available as your situation evolves.

With an active engagement and execution of required authorizations, Taxley® manages authorized representation and communication with applicable tax authorities in accordance with our engagement terms.

Resolution is designed to restore control, while removing the pressure associated with navigating the tax authorities. Through CentsableCEO™ membership, clients continue developing decision discipline and operating standards to reduce the likelihood of repeat issues and provide support as your business grows.

Tax resolution services are delivered within a structured engagement model under Taxley’s terms of use, privacy policy, and service agreements; nothing on this page modifies or supersedes those legal terms.