Honest Lisa
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Something to keep in mind is that the Best Tax Relief Services are often just really good at marketing. The flashy websites and testimonials can be misleading. Look for independent reviews not just the ones they showcase themselves.
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I don’t regret hiring them. They handled all the back and forth with the IRS so I didn’t have to. The cost was high but it saved me time.
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I went with a bigger service just for peace of mind since they had a long track record. But i didn’t love that i was passed around between multiple people during the process.
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I feel like they overpromised. They said they could reduce my balance a lot but in the end they only got me on an installment agreement. I could have done that without them.
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I signed up with them last year and I’m still in the middle of the process. Communication is okay but it feels slower than i expected. I’m hoping the results are worth it in the end.
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My experience was decent but not great. They helped with paperwork and stopped the IRS from being aggressive. I still owed most of what i started with. If you’re expecting a big debt wipeout you might be disappointed.
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Honest Lisa
MemberSeptember 5, 2025 at 1:43 pm in reply to: Optima Tax Relief experiences? Scam or actually helpful?I think a lot of their reputation comes from advertising. They’re everywhere online and on TV which makes them look official. But that doesn’t mean they’re the best option. Do your homework before signing anything.