I was drowning in tax debt and honestly terrified of the IRS, but Joe came in like a seasoned veteran and handled it. From our first phone call he spoke in clear, reassuring language, explaining every step so I never felt lost or embarrassed. [...] In the end Joe reduced what I owed to a fraction of the original amount, and set up a payment plan I can actually afford, [...] I cannot recommend him highly enough.
BBB Accredited Business, A+ rating
IRS Audit Representation
We answer the audit for you, from the first letter on. Call (833) 442-9877.
- Free consultation
- Your options before you pay
- Offices in seven cities
Business Wealth & Tax Partners
Tax resolution, Nashville and nationwide
4.98 from 62 BBB reviews
Client reviews
What clients say on the BBB
From the company's BBB profile: 62 reviews, 4.98 of 5, as of Oct 30, 2026.
Dealing with the IRS after five years of unfiled tax returns and [...] in back taxes was terrifying. [...] They were super clear, acted fast, and managed to get my penalties reduced [...] Thanks to them, I'm finally back on track.
Me and my husband were desperate for answers an we are so beyond thankful for this team [...] they not only answered all of our questions and took the stress away but handled all of our debt with the IRS.
We had a tax issue and they handled it. Our balance was reduced by $20,000, couldn’t be more thankful for [...] and his team.
[...] He saved me thousands, was a great communicator and didn't drag this nightmare on and on.
CasesIRS tax debt, audits and unfiled returns
Office3200 West End Ave., Nashville
Also inBozeman, Charlotte, Denver, Las Vegas, Orlando, Phoenix
AccreditedBBB Accredited Business, A+ rating
After the audit letter
What happens next
Read the letter
The notice names the tax year, the items under review and a response date. We go through it with you.
Gather the records
We collect the receipts, statements and returns that support your numbers and prepare the answer.
Answer the IRS
We handle the questions and the calls with the examiner, and tell you where the audit stands.
The first conversation
What the first conversation looks like
You bring the IRS letters, or read them out on the phone from anywhere in the country. We listen first, then ask what we need to know.
We go through what the IRS claims, what you earn and which deadline runs, in plain words.
You leave knowing your options, or with an honest answer that we are not the right fit.
Audits
The audits we handle
Mail audits
A letter asks for proof of one or two items. We prepare the answer.
Office and field audits
The examiner wants to meet. We attend for you.
Business and payroll audits
Payroll tax, 1099 workers and business deductions.
After the audit
Appeals when the result is wrong, and a plan for any balance that remains.
Free consultation
Do not answer the examiner alone.
Call us with the letter in hand. We tell you what the IRS is asking and what comes next.
Call (833) 442-9877The founders
Joseph Durnez and Elizabeth Brown
Joseph Durnez
Founder
Joseph founded Business Wealth & Tax Partners in 2020. Clients on the BBB describe the first call the same way: he explains every step in plain words, then works out what the IRS could accept and a payment plan that holds.
- Founded the company in 2020
- Explains the options before you pay
- IRS debt, unfiled returns, payment plans and offers
- Nashville, West End Avenue
Elizabeth Brown
Founder
Elizabeth is the second founder. She handles the contact with the IRS for clients, from a penalty request to the calls with an examiner, so the client is not the one on the line.
- Co-founder of the company
- Talks to the IRS on clients' behalf
- Penalties, levies and audits
- Nashville and nationwide by phone
Questions
Common questions about IRS audits
Do I have to talk to the examiner myself?
No. Once you sign the authorization form, we handle the calls and letters with the IRS for you.
What if I am missing receipts?
Bank and card statements, invoices and reconstructed records can support many items. We go through what you have before anything is sent.
What if I disagree with the result?
An audit result can be appealed within the IRS. We check the deadline and file the appeal with you.
What does the consultation cost?
The first consultation is free. Call (833) 442-9877 and tell us what the IRS sent you.
Free consultation
Hand us the IRS letters.
Call for a free consultation. We go through your notices with you and tell you what comes next.
Business Wealth & Tax Partners
Tax resolution, Nashville and nationwide
4.98 from 62 BBB reviews