Highland Tax Group, Inc.

Highland Tax Group, Inc. We specialize in assisting small business and individual taxpayers with their outstanding tax liabil Highland Tax Group, Inc. Thank you! Mike Wallen, EA
Owner

is a small business located in the highlands neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. Our objective is to achieve and develop as many professional relationships as possible with the overall goal of assisting our clients. We currently assist small businesses and individuals with outstanding tax liabilities. We offer the following services:

- Tax Lien Help
- Levy Help
- Garnishment Assistance
- Payment

Plans
- Offer in Compromise
- Penalty Abatement
- Discharge and Subordination of Tax Liens
- Consulting and other professional recommendations

We can be reached at 720-398-6088.

The Risk of IRS Collections: How to Navigate a Failed 280E DefenseMa*****na businesses nationwide are facing excessive t...
04/08/2026

The Risk of IRS Collections: How to Navigate a Failed 280E Defense

Ma*****na businesses nationwide are facing excessive taxes due to IRS Code Section 280E, which prohibits businesses involved in the trafficking of Schedule 1 controlled substances from deducting ordinary business expenses or claiming tax credits.

Call us today to navigate your 280E tax issue - 720-398-6088!
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We love sharing wins like this because they highlight just how powerful the right resolution strategy can be. šŸŽ‰We recent...
03/23/2026

We love sharing wins like this because they highlight just how powerful the right resolution strategy can be. šŸŽ‰

We recently helped a client settle an IRS liability of over $400,000 for just $400 through an Effective Tax Administration Offer in Compromise (ETA OIC). šŸ’¼

Our client was over the age of 75, handicapped, and although he had over $1.5 million in assets, forcing liquidation would have created significant economic hardship and would have been unfair and inequitable given his circumstances. We were able to successfully present his case to the IRS under the Effective Tax Administration guidelines, and the IRS agreed to settle the entire liability for $400. āœ…

ETA Offers are rare, and they are not the right fit for most cases, but when the facts, circumstances, and presentation all come together, they can be absolute gems of a resolution option. šŸ’Ž

Every IRS case is different, and sometimes the solution is not what people expect. This is why planning, strategy, and understanding all available resolution options is so important when dealing with large tax liabilities. 🧭

Huge win for our client and a great example of why you should never assume there are no options when dealing with the IRS. šŸ™Œ

Call us if you owe the IRS, can pay, but doing so would create a hardship! p. 720-398-6088!

IRS Letter CP508: What It Means for Your Passport—and How to Fix It FastIf you’ve received IRS Letter CP508, it’s not ju...
03/20/2026

IRS Letter CP508: What It Means for Your Passport—and How to Fix It Fast

If you’ve received IRS Letter CP508, it’s not just another notice—it’s one that can directly impact your ability to travel.

This letter means the IRS has certified your tax debt as ā€œseriously delinquentā€ to the U.S. Department of State. As a result, your passport may be denied or restricted.

For many taxpayers, this comes as a complete surprise—and often at the worst possible time.

Call us at 720-398-6088 if you have received the dreaded CP508 Passport Revocation Notice!

Another Happy Client, Another Tax Burden Lifted šŸŽ‰Surprise tax notices have a way of showing up at the worst possible tim...
03/18/2026

Another Happy Client, Another Tax Burden Lifted šŸŽ‰

Surprise tax notices have a way of showing up at the worst possible time—and they’re never fun to deal with alone. That’s why we do what we do.

A big thank you to Justin N. from Colorado for trusting Highland Tax Group to step in, clean up an old tax liability, and bring clarity to a stressful situation.

ā€œSurprise tax notices are not fun. Working with Mike at Highland Tax Group to clean up an old tax liability made it easy. Honest and upfront. I highly recommend this group if you ever have a tax surprise.ā€

We take pride in being honest, upfront, and solution-focused—because when it comes to the IRS, you deserve clear answers and a real plan forward.

If you’ve received a notice that caught you off guard, just know:

There’s always a path forward—and we’re here to help you find it.

Call us if you're having trouble sorting through your IRS notices - 720-398-6088!

Understanding IRS Notices: What to Expect from IRS CollectionsIf you owe back taxes or are dealing with the IRS, one of ...
03/17/2026

Understanding IRS Notices: What to Expect from IRS Collections

If you owe back taxes or are dealing with the IRS, one of the most stressful parts of the process is receiving official correspondence. IRS Notices can feel intimidating, especially when they reference enforcement actions like levies, liens, or passport restrictions.

Call us if you have received notices that indicate the IRS can take collection action. We can be reached at 720-398-6088!

Another big win for one of our clients! šŸŽ‰After carefully reviewing their IRS account transcripts and monitoring the time...
03/13/2026

Another big win for one of our clients! šŸŽ‰

After carefully reviewing their IRS account transcripts and monitoring the timeline of their case, we identified several Collection Statute Expiration Dates (CSEDs) that had expired. As a result, over $40,000 in IRS tax debt was permanently removed from the account.

While the client still has some remaining balance to resolve, this is a major step forward in their case and dramatically reduces the total burden they were facing.

Many taxpayers don’t realize that the IRS only has a limited amount of time to collect on certain tax debts. When cases are handled strategically and monitored closely, those timelines can make a huge difference in the final outcome.

Every case is different, but victories like this show how important it is to have a plan and someone watching the details.

Today, we celebrate progress, smart strategy, and a client who is now $40,000 closer to financial freedom. šŸ‘

On to the next step toward fully resolving this case.

Call us at 720-398-6088 if you owe the IRS!

From CP Notices to Revenue Officer: The Stages of IRS CollectionIf you have tax debt with the IRS, you are most likely b...
03/09/2026

From CP Notices to Revenue Officer: The Stages of IRS Collection

If you have tax debt with the IRS, you are most likely bracing yourself for what is coming next. The IRS collection process can be confusing and downright scary for someone who has never gone through it before. Although every case is unique, the IRS has developed a general framework that it regularly follows. If you have tax debt and are unsure how to handle it, the professionals at Highland Tax Group can provide you with the guidance that you need.
Call us at 720-398-6088!

Another 5-Star Win for Highland Tax Group ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐We are incredibly grateful for this amazing review — and even more gratef...
03/04/2026

Another 5-Star Win for Highland Tax Group ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We are incredibly grateful for this amazing review — and even more grateful for clients who trust us with serious tax matters.

Here’s what one of our happy clients shared on Google:

ā€œMike and the team at Highland Tax Group went above and beyond to help me with the problem I was able to identify, as well as identify solutions to problems I did not know I had. Mike took it upon himself to obtain a penalty abatement for me that more than covered the outstanding tax I owed, and I wound up with an unexpected check in my mailbox! More importantly, Mike took the time to listen to my concerns and was incredibly thoughtful and empathetic on the path to resolving my inquiries. I could not recommend Mike and HTG more.ā€

This is why we do what we do.

āœ”ļø Identified known and unknown issues
āœ”ļø Secured a penalty abatement
āœ”ļø Eliminated the tax owed
āœ”ļø Resulted in a refund check
āœ”ļø Delivered peace of mind

Sometimes the win isn’t just reducing a balance — it’s uncovering opportunities the client didn’t even know existed. And when an ā€œIRS problemā€ turns into an unexpected check in the mailbox? That’s a great day.

Most importantly, we pride ourselves on listening. Tax problems are stressful. Our job isn’t just to resolve numbers — it’s to guide clients through the process with clarity, strategy, and empathy.

To our client: thank you for the trust. šŸ™
To anyone facing IRS issues: there is almost always a path forward.

Onward. šŸš€

Should You Call the Revenue Officer Back or Let a Tax Pro Handle It? (Hint: Let Highland Tax Group, Inc. handle it by ca...
03/02/2026

Should You Call the Revenue Officer Back or Let a Tax Pro Handle It?

(Hint: Let Highland Tax Group, Inc. handle it by calling 720-398-6088!)

Many people live with a high level of stress when they owe money to the IRS. This stress becomes elevated when the IRS assigns a Revenue Officer to your case. The appointment of a Revenue Officer means that the IRS is escalating collection efforts against you.
Call us at 720-398-6088!

šŸŽ‰ HUGE WIN FOR OUR CLIENT! šŸŽ‰Today we’re celebrating a major milestone — the expiration of multiple CSEDs (Collection Sta...
02/28/2026

šŸŽ‰ HUGE WIN FOR OUR CLIENT! šŸŽ‰

Today we’re celebrating a major milestone — the expiration of multiple CSEDs (Collection Statute Expiration Dates) with the Internal Revenue Service — resulting in a $365,000 reduction in IRS debt! šŸ’„

Here’s what that means:

šŸ‘‰ Previous balance: $371,000
šŸ‘‰ Current balance: $6,000 (miscellaneous 1120 & 940 penalties)
šŸ‘‰ Total savings: $365,000 šŸ’°šŸ”„

Through careful strategy, monitoring statute timelines, protecting the client during the collection window, and ensuring no unnecessary extensions were triggered, we allowed the law to work exactly as intended. ā³āœ…

CSED strategy isn’t about shortcuts — it’s about understanding the rules, protecting the client from aggressive collection action, and navigating the timeline correctly. When done right, the results can be life-changing.

From $371K hanging over his head to just $6K remaining… that’s freedom. šŸ™Œ

Another reminder that experience matters in IRS resolution.

Onward and upward! šŸš€

Owe the IRS - call us at 720-398-6088!

How To Protect Your Bank Accounts and Wages After Assignment to a Revenue OfficerDealing with the IRS can be a complicat...
02/25/2026

How To Protect Your Bank Accounts and Wages After Assignment to a Revenue Officer

Dealing with the IRS can be a complicated and stressful situation, especially when your case has been assigned to a Revenue Officer. The assignment of a Revenue Officer means that you owe significant tax debt and that the IRS is preparing to take action to collect that debt. Our team of tax professionals at Highland Tax Group has experience dealing with the IRS and can help you protect yourself.

Call us if the IRS is threatening to collect against you.

720-398-6088!

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2956 Wyandot Street
Denver, CO
80211

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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