Posing as the IRS or the government, "pennies on the dollar" promises, and fees before any review. In 2025 the FTC and Nevada sued a tax relief firm over mailers made to look like IRS letters. It gave up nearly $10 million in assets and was banned from tax relief.
The FTC Impersonation Rule bars posing as a government agency, even by implication. No seals, eagles or "final notice" looks.
The IRS lists "offer in compromise mills" in its Dirty Dozen scams: big fees and promises to people who do not qualify.
TaxClosers buyers agree never to use a government look, promise results or say someone qualifies before a financial review.
Updated October 2026. Market prices are list prices from public seller pages. Results depend on your firm. Not every lead becomes a case.