I hired associated tax relief to settle and file back taxes. They charged me four thousand dollars to do so. I was told they would file returns instead towards the end of settlement process was told i would have to file them to proceed. I had the understanding before the irs would accept any offers i needed to have this done. Associated tax relief went on ahead and determined it was not possible for an offer in compromise before these returns were completed. They knew from the start I did not qualify and still charged me to do so. I am extremely angry that I was scammed by this company and hope this complaint will help others. I highly recommend not hiring them it will drive you nuts when you never get them to answer the phone or return your call.