I contacted Optima for help with my unfiled tax returns, I was able to get assistance promptly, I spoke with Patrick A. and he was very helpful and knowledgeable about my tax problem, he was able to c... See more
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Over all good experience. It was frustrating trying to reach someone. I would go online to schedule an appointment and the link wouldn’t work… I work during the day and unless a call is scheduled. I c... See more
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Hector was the most caring compassionate representative I’ve ever experienced at Optima. He went above and beyond e and beyond to explain every step to me and any other anticipated. E explained what... See more
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We have been very pleased with Optima Tax Services. They have been supportive and easy to work with throughout the process of resolving my tax issues. Their customer service team has been consistent... See more
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Falling behind on tax payments to the IRS is something that millions of Americans have dealt with at one time or another. Owing money to the IRS can be very intimidating, but don’t worry and definitely don’t lose hope – there is tax relief available. A reputable tax relief company can help you reach a tax relief agreement with the IRS. Using proven strategies, our knowledgeable experts can assist you through tax audits, help reduce your tax debt, and stop wage garnishments and bank levies from happening. In some cases, you may be able to settle tax debts for much less than was originally owed. The tax relief experts at Optima Tax Relief are available to be your dedicated resource to save you the most money while resolving your IRS debt in the shortest amount of time possible. Go to the website www.optimataxrelief.com or call 1-800-536-0734 to learn more.
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Optima Tax Relief will refund monies paid under the OTR Client Agreement within the first 15 calendar days without any penalty or obligation. For full details and disclaimers visit the optimataxrelief.com site.
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3100 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite 250, 92704, Santa Ana, United States
- 800-965-3192
- customerhelp@optimataxrelief.com
- optimataxrelief.com
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Good Professional Help
I really appreciate the help so much because this journey has been stressful. Optima Tax has taken a big burden off my shoulders. Every Team Member explained each step throughly so you understand what's going on. Very Professional, Good Customer, most of all you are always able to talk to a Live Agent. That right there had me sold!
5 Stars for Optima Tax 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
13 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review! We're truly touched by your kind words and thrilled that Optima Tax has been able to take such a big burden off your shoulders. We understand how stressful this journey can be, and knowing that we've been able to provide you with relief means everything to us.
We're especially glad to hear that every team member explained each step thoroughly so you understood what was going on throughout the process. Clear communication and transparency are incredibly important to us, and we're pleased that came through in your experience.
Your appreciation for being able to talk to a live agent is wonderful feedback—we know how frustrating it can be to deal with automated systems when you have real questions and concerns, so we're committed to providing that human connection and support when you need it. We're glad that was a deciding factor for you!
Your 5-star rating and recognition of our professionalism and good customer service mean the world to our entire team. Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief, and please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions as we continue working on your case. We're here to support you every step of the way!
So far so good
12 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that things are going well so far. We're committed to maintaining that positive experience throughout your entire journey with us. If you have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief!
My Representative was awesome
My Representative was awesome! He made me feel more relaxed considering my situation.
12 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your representative was awesome and made you feel more relaxed despite your situation. Tax issues can be incredibly stressful, and helping our clients feel at ease and supported is exactly what we strive for.
We truly appreciate your feedback and your trust in Optima Tax Relief. If you have any questions as we continue working on your case, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to support you every step of the way!
John Premysler has been a huge help to…
John Premysler has been a huge help to us in problem solving to insure our application was successfully completed. Thank you for your professionalism.
16 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that John Premysler has been such a huge help in problem-solving to ensure your application was successfully completed. His professionalism and dedication to working through challenges with you is exactly the kind of service we strive to provide.
We'll be sure to share your appreciation with John—he'll be delighted to know his efforts made such a positive impact on your experience!
Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief, and please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions as we continue working on your case. We're here to support you every step of the way!
They are rip off they don't return…
They are rip off they don't return calls they wanted $3,000 more than an actual law firm and they try scare tactics just like the IRS.
I received a follow-up call from Alejandro, he was pleasant. He then refunded my $495.00.
Thanks.
18 February 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
We hear you and we thank you for sending in feedback. We want to emphasize that we take our client's concerns very seriously and we seek to solve all issues brought to our attention immediately, such as yours. In fact, delivering excellence to all our clients is central to our mission, and we would truly appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly so that you can provide us with additional details. One of our dedicated Executive Review Board Specialists has already been made aware of your concerns, has taken the initiative to review your case, and will be reaching out to you to further assist you with your case. But if you prefer to speak to us at your convenience, please feel free to give us a call at (800) 965-3192. It's always our goal to resolve every issue for our clients to the fullest possible extent, so thank you for providing that opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you and hope to resolve any concerns you may have.
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad to hear you experienced great service. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief and are always here if you need anything!
My experience with Optima has been a…Great experience
My experience with Optima has been a great experience from the start. Jerico, a representative who I had the pleasure of speaking with made me feel comfortable and he understood and showed compassion to my situation. Im happy I chose Optima because they’ve shown me that they care and are willing to go above and beyond to get you the best results possible.
13 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with Optima has been great from the very start.
We're especially glad to hear about your experience with Jerico. His ability to make you feel comfortable, understand your situation, and show genuine compassion is exactly the kind of caring, personalized service we strive to provide. Tax issues can be incredibly stressful, and having someone who truly listens and cares can make all the difference.
Knowing that you're happy you chose Optima and that you feel we care and are willing to go above and beyond to get you the best results possible means the world to us. That commitment to our clients' success is at the heart of everything we do.
We'll be sure to share your kind words with Jerico—he'll be delighted to know he made such a positive impact on your experience!
Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief, and we're committed to continuing to provide that same level of excellent, compassionate service throughout your entire journey. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions along the way. We're here for you!
They was very helpful they been help me since 2015
They help me very good i in non collections and that help me cause I am disabled
13 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're truly glad we could help you get into non-collection status with the IRS. We understand that being disabled can create additional financial challenges, and we're honored that we were able to provide relief and take that burden off your shoulders.
Getting you into a better situation where the IRS is not actively pursuing collection is exactly the kind of meaningful outcome we work toward for our clients. Your peace of mind and financial security matter greatly to us.
Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief to help you through this. If you ever need anything in the future, we're always here for you. Take care!
Don't Stress call the best "Optima Tax Relief"
The person who helped me was very polite, informative and he let me know he cared about my situation and that Optima Tax Relief was on top of it. He was simply well informed and easy to talk to. Just simply awesome!
12 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our representative was polite, informative, and made you feel that he genuinely cared about your situation. Knowing that he reassured you that Optima Tax Relief was on top of things and that he was well informed and easy to talk to is exactly the kind of exceptional service we strive to provide.
Your description of him as "simply awesome" is such high praise, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share this! Making our clients feel supported, informed, and confident is at the heart of what we do, and we're so glad we achieved that for you.
We'll be sure to share your kind words with our team. Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief, and please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions along the way. We're here to support you every step of the way!
He explained it the way we could…
He explained it the way we could understand. Very helpful.
9 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're glad to hear that our representative explained everything in a way that was easy for you to understand and that he was very helpful. Clear communication is so important to us, and we're pleased we could make the process easier for you. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief!
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our team was kind, professional, and very knowledgeable. Providing excellent service with those qualities is exactly what we strive for, and we're glad we met your expectations. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief and are always here if you need anything!
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you for your feedback! We're committed to working hard on your behalf to achieve the best possible outcome for your tax situation. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief, and we're here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or concerns along the way, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here for you!
Nice experience
Professional courteous easy to talk to. Helped and understanding the process. All good
12 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're glad to hear that we were professional, courteous, and easy to talk to, and that we helped you understand the process. Your "all good" means a lot to us! We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief and are always here if you need anything!
I feel like the agents actually take…
I feel like the agents actually take their time to explain things that may have otherwise been very difficult for me to understand.
9 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our agents take the time to explain things clearly and make complex information easier for you to understand. Tax matters can be very complicated, and we believe that taking the time to provide clear, patient explanations is essential to helping our clients feel confident and informed.
We truly appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief, and if you ever have questions or need clarification on anything, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're always here to help!
My experience with Optima Tax Relief…
My experience with Optima Tax Relief was a really great experience My Senior Tax Associate Hanh Nguyen was very patient with me gave me sufficient amount of information for me to understand my case.
9 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a really great experience with Optima Tax Relief.
We're especially glad to hear about your experience with Senior Tax Associate Hanh Nguyen. Her patience and ability to provide you with sufficient information to help you understand your case is exactly the kind of supportive, thorough service we strive to provide. Making sure our clients feel informed and confident about their situation is so important to us.
We'll be sure to share your kind words with Hanh—she'll be delighted to know she made such a positive impact on your experience!
Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief, and please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions along the way. We're here to support you every step of the way!
Easy to work with
Easy to work with. Always tries to answer all your questions. Gets the job done.
12 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that we're easy to work with, always try to answer all your questions, and get the job done. Providing accessible, helpful, and effective service is exactly what we strive for, and we're glad we've met your expectations. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief!
so far so good
12 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that things are going well so far. We're committed to maintaining that positive experience throughout your entire journey with us. If you have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief!
Everything id great
Everything id great. My case manager is awesome alot of help. My only concern is the process ia just taking so long to work through
10 March 2026
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and for recognizing your case manager — we think they're pretty awesome too! We completely understand how frustrating it can feel when the process seems to be taking longer than expected, and we genuinely appreciate your patience. Resolving tax matters with the IRS is often a detailed and multi-step process, but please know that your case manager and our entire team are working hard every day to move things forward on your behalf. We're committed to getting you the best possible outcome and will continue to keep you updated along the way. Thank you for trusting us!
After a few weeks
After a few weeks, optima finally has reached out to me and has agreed to give me my refund, so everything is clear with them.Now, this was just an update from my previous review. It may take a little bit of time, but they will get back to you. And they were willing to settle.
10 March 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief
We appreciate the valuable feedback. Please feel to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Reply from Optima Tax Relief
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our communication has been great and that we've been on top of everything. Keeping our clients informed and staying proactive is incredibly important to us, and we're glad we've met your expectations. We appreciate your trust in Optima Tax Relief!
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