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Wage Garnishment Help in Orange County

Get Help from a Trusted CPA When the IRS or FTB Comes for Your Paycheck

If you've received a notice that your wages are being garnished by the IRS or California's Franchise Tax Board (FTB), you're not alone — and you don't have to face it alone either. At Boulanger CPA and Consulting PC, we help individuals and business owners in Orange County stop wage garnishments fast and resolve the root cause of their tax debt.

What Is a Wage Garnishment?

A wage garnishment is a legal action that allows the IRS or FTB to seize a portion of your paycheck before it ever hits your bank account. This usually happens when:

  • You owe back taxes
  • You haven't responded to prior IRS or FTB collection notices
  • You've ignored a levy or failed to set up a payment plan

Garnishments can take up to 25% or more of your net pay, leaving you without enough to cover rent, bills, or groceries.

How We Help Stop Wage Garnishments

1. Immediate Action: We act fast to contact the IRS or FTB and request a pause or release of the garnishment based on financial hardship or procedural errors.


2. Case Evaluation: We determine whether you qualify for a resolution strategy such as:


3. End-to-End Representation: We handle all communication with tax authorities so you don’t have to. From filing back returns to negotiating resolution terms, we’re your advocate.

💡 Is your paycheck being garnished?
You may still be able to stop it — or reduce how much they take. Schedule a free consultation with a local CPA who deals with IRS and FTB collections every day.

Why Wage Garnishment Happens

The IRS or FTB doesn’t garnish wages randomly. It usually follows a pattern:

  1. Letters sent (CP14, CP504, LT11, FTB 4905, etc.). Do not ignore these letters. Learn the next step after IRS CP504.
  2. Failure to respond or enter into an agreement
  3. Issuance of a Notice of Intent to Levy
  4. Execution of wage garnishment


If you're at any step of this process — especially if you just received a Final Notice — you must act quickly. Once the garnishment begins, it continues until the debt is paid or resolved.

Why Choose Boulanger CPA and Consulting PC?

  • 14+ years of experience solving IRS and FTB problems
  • Based in Orange County, serving clients statewide
  • CPA + Certified Tax Resolution Specialist
  • Flat-fee pricing — no surprises
  • Virtual and in-person appointments available


Don’t Let the IRS or FTB Take Your Paycheck

We’re here to help you breathe again. The sooner you act, the more options we have to stop the garnishment and resolve the debt.

Schedule your free, confidential case review today.


[Book Your Consultation] [Call 657-218-5700] [Email marc@boulangercpa.com]

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I settle for with an Offer in Compromise?

It depends on your income, expenses, and asset equity. We calculate your “reasonable collection potential” based on IRS standards. Some clients settle for as little as 10–20% of their IRS debt — but every case is different.

Does the IRS stop collections while my offer is pending?

Yes — once your offer is submitted, IRS collections are generally paused. This means wage garnishments and bank levies usually stop until the IRS makes a decision.

How long does an Offer in Compromise take?

The process typically takes 6–9 months. Timing depends on the IRS backlog, the quality of your submission, and whether additional documents are requested. We monitor the process and follow up regularly on your behalf.

Can I include FTB debt?

No. The IRS Offer in Compromise program only applies to federal tax debt. However, we also handle FTB settlements and can develop a state-level strategy alongside your IRS resolution.