You opened the envelope. Now let's read it together.
Type the number from the top right corner of your letter. You will see what it means in plain English, which date matters, and what to do next.
Not in the decoder yet. Read it to us.
Call (281) 785-0460 Send it to us
That does not mean it is unusual. The IRS sends many different notices and letters. Read us the number and the date printed on it, and Blaga will tell you what it is and what it asks you to do.
Check the letters before the number too (CP, LT or Letter), in the top right corner. See every letter in the decoder.
Type the number from the top right corner of your letter, for example CP504 or LTR 1058. No number? Try a word like levy, lien or audit.
Which one is it?
Look at the letters printed just before the number, top right of the first page.
Still not sure? Call (281) 785-0460 and read it to us.
Which letter is it?
The number is in the top right corner of the first page, for example CP14 or LTR 1058. Type it above, tap a common one below, or see every letter the decoder covers.
- What it means
- Your deadline
- If it waits
- How an Enrolled Agent can help
Have Blaga read yours Full guide
Source: irs.gov. This is a plain-English summary, not advice on your case.
Blaga Veleva, EA
Enrolled Agent, with unlimited practice rights before the IRS. 25+ years in finance and taxation.
4.9 on Thumbtack, 139 reviews
- Thumbtack Top Pro 2019 to 2025
- Established 2009
(281) 785-0460 Free consultation
Blaga Veleva, Enrolled Agent.
Blaga has spent 25+ years in finance and taxation and has led Tax & Business Solutions for 17+ years. Before that she was Controller at an industrial energy company, leading a team of 150. She has also owned a manufacturing business.
“Lower your taxes. Increase your profits. Help you control your cash flow. Attain financial freedom.”
The firm's mission
The firm grows on client referrals, with a blend of personal service and expertise. More about Blaga and the team.
- Education
- MBA in Accounting, University of National and World Economy, Sofia, BulgariaMaster's in Accounting, Sam Houston State University
- Bookkeeping
- Lachezar Velev, bookkeeper. BBA in Accounting, University of Houston.Reconciliations, financial records, financial fraud detection and reporting.
What is an Enrolled Agent?
In the IRS's own words, the EA is the highest credential the IRS awards
. Like attorneys and CPAs, Enrolled Agents have unlimited practice rights
: they can represent you on audits, collections and appeals.
Blaga is an EA. She is not a CPA or an attorney.
Read it on irs.govTwo kinds of work. One office.
Problems with the IRS
When the IRS is already involved.
- A.01Reduce IRS penaltiesAsking the IRS to remove or reduce penalties, through the relief routes that fit your tax year.
- A.02Stop an IRS levy or seizureRespond before the IRS takes money or property, and ask for collection to pause.
- A.03End a wage garnishmentWork out a resolution so your paycheck is not the IRS collection plan.
- A.04Release an IRS lienDeal with the lien that sits on your property and your credit.
- A.05IRS audit helpPreparation, documents and representation, so you are not alone in the room.
- A.06Offer in compromiseAn honest look at whether you qualify to settle for less than the full balance.
- A.07Innocent spouse reliefWhen a joint return left you owing tax that was your spouse's or former spouse's.
- A.08Stay of collectionsA request to pause IRS collection while your case is worked out.
- A.09Pre-bankruptcy tax planningWhether and when tax debt can be discharged, before you file.
The everyday work
Returns, books and the business side, year round.
- B.01Tax preparationIndividualsPersonal returns, prepared by an Enrolled Agent.
- B.02Tax planningIndividuals and ownersDecisions made before year end, not discovered after it.
- B.03Estate and trust returnsFiduciariesFiduciary tax returns for estates and trusts.
- B.04Business tax returnsBusinessesReturns for your business, filed on books that add up.
- B.05Bookkeeping and catch-up booksSmall businessBehind on the books? Don't worry. Monthly bookkeeping with monthly or quarterly profit and loss statements, or catching up the months you missed.
- B.06QuickBooks helpSmall businessSetup, clean-up, training and questions, from a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
- B.07Tax consulting and business advisoryOwnersOngoing advice on taxes, profit and cash flow.
- B.08Business setupNew and foreign companiesLLC and corporation registration (domestic and foreign), registered agent service, and help opening a U.S. bank account.
- B.09International tax consultingForeign companies and nationalsCross-border planning, U.S. compliance, tax residency, treaty benefits and U.S. market expansion.
In clients' own words.
Quoted exactly as clients wrote them, from Thumbtack, Google and the firm's old website.
“This tax advisor is an excellent source and guidance on tax matters. For 2018 I was able to optimize my tax liability and keep a lot of my hard earned money. Example: Just a matter of requesting the IRS to grant me consideration for a first time offense for a late filing for a partnership return saved me thousands of dollars, in addition to more savings on my personal return!! That was a tremendous professional advise by Mrs. Blaga [Veleva]. I highly recommend her services.”
Yvonne A. · Thumbtack, 2025Blaga was extremely professional and always responded to my texts/emails very quickly. She was very fast with preparing my taxes — less than 1 week! Her prices are very reasonable as well. I highly recommend Tax and Business Solutions for all your tax needs. I will definitely use her services again and gladly refer her to friends and family.
Tara J. · Thumbtack, 2019Great job overall! Very fast and efficient. I have [several] years of back taxes that finally caught up with me. She was able to help me out and get it done promptly for a reasonable price. Thanks again for all your help!!!
Emma M. · Thumbtack, 2025They provided clear guidance on when to do my quarterly tax estimates and were flexible with when we scheduled the consultation call! Very personable and informative.
Nit K. · Thumbtack, 2022Wow! Great to work with. Very knowledgeable. Got returns done and fast. They answered all my questions and concerns and gave me consultation on how i should proceed as a s corp business. Thank you so much!! I will be using them will all my future business and personal tax returns.
How this works
Three lines. The first one is yours.
(281) 785-0460, or the form at the bottom of this page. Have the letter with you, every page of it.
YouBlaga reads it with you: what the IRS is asking, which date matters, and what your options are. For returns and books, what you need and what it involves.
TogetherIf you hire us for an IRS matter, you sign a power of attorney (IRS Form 2848) and Blaga deals with the IRS on your behalf.
UsIn person on FM 1960 West, or by secure portal.
5629 FM 1960 West, Suite 221, Houston, TX 77069
Champions / FM 1960 / Spring / Klein / Cypress / Tomball / Jersey Village / The Woodlands / Willowbrook
All of Houston and greater Houston, including Katy, Sugar Land, Humble, Kingwood, Atascocita, Pearland, Missouri City, Conroe, Bellaire, Memorial, The Heights and Richmond. All areas.
Questions people ask first
Q1Is Blaga a CPA or a tax attorney?
Neither. Blaga Veleva is an Enrolled Agent (EA). The IRS calls the EA "the highest credential the IRS awards". Like attorneys and CPAs, Enrolled Agents "have unlimited practice rights", so they can represent taxpayers on audits, collections and appeals. See the IRS page on Enrolled Agents.
Q2Is the first consultation really free?
Yes. The free consultation is how every client starts. Call (281) 785-0460 or use the form on this page, and bring or send the letter if you have one.
Q3How much does it cost?
It depends on the work, and the price is agreed with you in the first meeting, before anything starts. Tax preparation is priced by the forms being prepared. Bookkeeping depends on the type of entity, the number of transactions, how complex the accounting is and what you can pay. Using several services gets a bundle price, and in Blaga's words, "our fees are negotiable." How it works.
Q4I got a letter from the IRS. What should I do first?
Find the notice number in the top right corner and the response date printed on the letter. Do not ignore it, and do not wait until the last day. Type the number into the decoder at the top of this page for a plain-English summary, then call so Blaga can read the whole letter with you.
Q5I haven't kept up my bookkeeping. Is it too late?
No. Catch-up bookkeeping is part of the work: if you own a small business and haven't kept up your books, the missing months can be brought up to date so your returns can be filed on real numbers.
Q6Do I have to come to the office?
No. You can meet in person at 5629 FM 1960 West, Suite 221, Houston, or work by phone and the secure client portal.
Q7Do you work with foreign companies and foreign nationals?
Yes. Tax & Business Solutions helps with cross-border planning, U.S. compliance, tax residency questions, treaty benefits, U.S. entity registration and opening a U.S. bank account.
Start with a free consultation.
Tell us what is going on, or just call.
5629 FM 1960 West, Suite 221, Houston, TX 77069. Please call before you come; phone and secure portal work too.