Optima Tax Relief Reviews 4,810

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers appreciate the professionalism, knowledge, and support they receive from the staff. Many reviewers highlight the patience and clarity with which their concerns are addressed, and they feel reassured throughout the process. Consumers also value the ease of communication and the feeling of being kept informed about their case, with frequent updates provided. People find the company easy to work with, and they express gratitude for the sincerity shown in helping with their financial situations. The user experience is enhanced by the staff's ability to explain complex processes clearly, making clients feel confident and at ease. Some reviewers, however, mentioned issues with contacting the right person and needing to provide personal information multiple times.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Jose, Was excellent with the support he showed. He was very thorough and thoughtful with options to bring my case up to date. I’ve been having trouble accessing the portal to sign documen... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My representative Alonso Castro was more than helpful yesterday, January 14, 2026 when I told him about my IRS payment this month due to circumstances beyond my control. He helped me calm down and I k... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima guided me through a very worrisome situation. They solved all my issues, and set me up for further worry free income tax compliance. When I didn't know where to turn, Optima came through pr... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I reached out for help about my tax issues and optima tax relief didn’t help me accomplish anything and I’m very disappointed. They pretty much made me pay over 1500 dollars to basically tell me to se... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would say the most important thing that Brian provided was comfort in knowing I was being helped by a professional. He explained the processes to me very clearly helped me feel confident that Optima... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brian was excellent at explaining everything thoroughly. He has an excellent demeanor and really put me at ease. I no longer feel like we are doing this alone. I feel like we are protected. Much a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to work with company & they really show their sincerity in helping with your financial situation no matter what kind of background you come from. I really appreciate their help. Im glad my father... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima is the greatest and they get right to work on your case and they don't waste no time taking care of business I highly recommend anyone who having tax issues. Hector is the man and the rest of t... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Every single time I call 3 different people want my personal information before they will do anything. I’m sorry but that is totally unacceptable. I don’t want everyone reading my file. If I’m calling... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I appreciate the call this time because they were able to tell me a bit more about my case, and hopefully, I'll hear back from them soon Last time they called - i couldnt hear anything, and when as... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was having tax related problems and was vacillating over what to do. I was seeing the Optima Tax Relief commercials on TV and finally decided to call. If I had known what I know now, I would have... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I called Optima during New Years eve. Was not sure if someone will answer but to my surprise a gentlemen by the name of Andrew Dominguez was there to help me thru the process of becoming a client. Eve... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I first started to contact IRS myself, however, I’ve heard of the horror stories about doing that. I’ve heard your advertisement numerous of time on the radio. So I said-why not, boy am I relieved I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Issa made my experience with Optima very enjoyable. He was kind, courteous, knowledgeable and informative and made me feel some peace of mind which I haven’t felt for a long time because of my... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Covid did not destroy my business. The governments response to Covid destroyed my business. The repurcussions will be felt for many years to come. You guys at least helped keep the IRS off my back unt... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jenn Gonzalez has been amazing to deal with. i called regarding a second request for documents that ALREADY were uploaded. She not only took the time to see that the documents were actually there, she... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the very beginning, I felt relieved that I was not alone against the IRS. Hector and his team were able to explain to me what was going to be done step by step and kept me completely informed ab... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was treated with patience and respect. Was listened to and allowed to express my concerns without being rushed or interrupted. Satisfied my situation was fully under control and I needn't worry. H... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ryan was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, professional and made me feel so “at ease” and not alone about my current financial situation. Have called other tax relief companys but decided NOT to go w... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Overall good so far. Would make more sense to ask for a review AFTER providing a service. Thus far I've paid a hefty fee but I'm still waiting to hear anything. My advise is to investigate your client... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima Tax relief is been helping me to do my taxes for several years now, every Optima Tax member that I’ve been working with. they are so professional and always try to solve my problems that I mi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima's employees always take a client 1st approach to everything they do. As a client, any phone call I make to them always end with a sense of relief that my concerns are being addressed and any ac... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This company was easty to work with and they helped my mother save alot of money she didn't file for 7 years and they worked hard at finishing this up quickly. we appreciate how professional they were... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been very happy with Optima Tax Services. My calls were answered quickly, and the staff are patient, knowledgeable, and supportive in answering my questions (even when I asked the same question... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Paid for review, had to chase the guy. Sounded confident at first like a salesman but then no contact. The last call, that was actually the appointment to review my case, said “I’m in the airport abou... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been treated like family. From day one, I was so ashamed and riddled with anxiety. The patience, kindness, & professionalism of the teams has meant everything to me. I am a caretaker for my mot... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They lived up to their advertising and saved me hundreds of thousands of dollars. Their client portal is fast and easy to use for back and forth communication of documents and information. It may take... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A few service members did not give good information when I first started. Also some were hard to understand. All of my case managers were very helpful.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I work 7 days a week but the group has stayed on me to get the information to them...that actually is very helpful. The app is fairly easy to follow but adding unemployment as a category under incom... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had a great experience.Having optimum tax represent me in my time of need. From the beginning my signing optima tax has had my back and is very much appreciated by me. The whole team and I m... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My phone interaction was very professional, the details the call was explained well. He explained that document needed to be signed and fax to IRS. I explained that I did have a fax, nor was phy... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No communication. I can't even get an answer on how longresoluton will take . I can't get a pin number to access my my online acct. I'm trying to sell my Mothers home i need a lien release as soon as... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Initially I was skeptical about taking this step with all of the scamming going on. They took alot of time to explain the procedure and the benefits that would take place from beginning to end. They h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with optima tax relief has been good so far. My advisor made me feel very comfortable too a lot of stress off of me a was very professional with my case. Communication was excellent and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been speaking to several people over the course of 3 years and finally talked to Jenn Gonzalez who went over several things with me that were very helpful. She went above and beyond to help me.... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

All I know is, I paid them nearly $500 and they said it would take about 4 weeks. I've had one follow up phone call, and then another asking me to fill out this review already. I have no experience ye... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a California blue-collar worker. I hired Optima after having a surprise audit thrown at me. I hired them specifically because of their Better Business and customer, reviews and ratings. The comp... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall the experience has been a good, with everyone I have spoken with being very courteous. I have paid a retainer, but still have no idea about how much the total cost may be. Also, I inquired ab... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional team thus far. I feel as if this process is moving in a level of expectation that I the customer can follow. I have some curiosity towards what financial fees may h awaiting as tim progr... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I trust that my experience will be great. I have just begun. So far it has been a pleasant journey, given the subject matter. Perhaps this survey is better presented to the client towards the end o... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima gives me comfort by staying in contact and updating me on my files. I don't have to keep calling them and getting a run around. They are very informative, kind, and open in conversation, so I c... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Starting the program! I was very upset with myself for the position I had put myself in to bring me to this stage but I must say upon calling and telling my story and how I got there they at no time m... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima Tax is really good at keeping me up to date on my case even if there are no changes. My most recent interaction was with Hector and Hector was very informative about my case and was able to ans... 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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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been able to contact them…

I have been able to contact them whenever I had a question about my case.

February 11, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad to hear you’ve been able to reach our team whenever you had questions about your case, and we truly appreciate your trust in Optima. If anything else comes up or you need further clarification at any point, we’re always here to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience was positive answered all…

My experience was positive answered all of my concerns

February 11, 2026
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Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad to hear your experience was positive and that our team was able to answer all of your concerns. We truly appreciate your trust in Optima and look forward to continuing to support you throughout your case.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service!

February 11, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re glad to hear you’ve received great service, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to assist you. If you ever need anything else, we’re here to help.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

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I was kept up to date on all information. Everyone I talked to was extremely polite and helpful.
I really did not have any problems with Optima, other than at times seemed like the phone system wasn't working very well.

February 11, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for taking the time to share this thoughtful feedback. We’re very glad to hear that you felt informed throughout the process and that our team was consistently polite and helpful.

We’re sorry for the frustration you experienced with the phone system at times, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention so we can work on improving it. Your experience matters to us, and feedback like yours helps us enhance both our communication and our technology. If you ever have trouble reaching us again, please don’t hesitate to let us know so we can assist you as quickly as possible.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Honestly!

Wasn't the news I wanted to hear but I trust that you guys get the best decision for me!
I truly hope I didn't waste time and $$$ !
My decision to hire Optima was base on how you help others! This has been a burden on myself and wife ! All I ask is to get a resolution that's fair and not just a payment plan which I truly can't afford!

February 9, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We understand how stressful and personal tax matters can be, and we truly appreciate the trust you’ve placed in Optima to assist you. Our team is committed to pursuing the best possible outcome based on your unique situation and the options available through the IRS. We’ll make sure your case continues to receive the care and attention it deserves.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Optima is the greatest and they get…

Optima is the greatest and they get right to work on your case and they don't waste no time taking care of business I highly recommend anyone who having tax issues. Hector is the man and the rest of the team

February 10, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for this enthusiastic review! We're thrilled to hear that Optima is the greatest and that we got right to work on your case without wasting any time. Your high recommendation for anyone with tax issues means the world to us. Hector and the rest of the team will be honored to know they're "the man" and so appreciated! Thank you for your trust!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Jose

Mr Jose,

Was excellent with the support he showed. He was very thorough and thoughtful with options to bring my case up to date. I’ve been having trouble accessing the portal to sign documents and Jose assisted by pulling the documents needed and providing me with an alternative on getting them signed and back to Optima.

Jose also cc’d me on a service ticket to try and get my portal issue resolved. Excellent Customer support from Mr Jose who should be commended for his patience and care for the customer. I Thank you sir. Thank you Optima Tax relief.

February 10, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear that Jose provided excellent support and was very thorough and thoughtful with options to bring your case up to date. His assistance with the portal issue - pulling the documents, providing an alternative for signing them, and cc'ing you on a service ticket - shows real dedication and care.

We absolutely agree that Jose should be commended for his patience and care for customers. I'll be sure to share your appreciation with him - he'll be honored to know how much his help meant to you. Thank you for trusting Optima Tax Relief!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I appreciate the call this time because…

I appreciate the call this time because they were able to tell me a bit more about my case, and hopefully, I'll hear back from them soon

Last time they called - i couldnt hear anything, and when asked to call bac,k they hung up the phone

February 4, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

We sincerely appreciate the feedback you provided. We want to assure you that we strive to provide the highest quality of customer service as well as obtain the best resolution for clients. We urge you to contact our customer service line for assistance: (800) 536-0734.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service is fantastic

The customer service is fantastic

February 9, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our customer service is fantastic. We appreciate your trust!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful

A few service members did not give good information when I first started. Also some were hard to understand. All of my case managers were very helpful.

February 9, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for your honest feedback. We're glad to hear that all of your case managers were very helpful. We appreciate you bringing up the concerns about some service members not giving good information initially and being hard to understand - that's valuable feedback, and we'll work to improve communication and clarity across our team. Thank you for your patience and trust!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not much help

I reached out for help about my tax issues and optima tax relief didn’t help me accomplish anything and I’m very disappointed. They pretty much made me pay over 1500 dollars to basically tell me to set up a payment plan that I could have called and set up myself. That’s not any real Relife if you ask me.

March 10, 2025
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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.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Waste of Time and Money!!!!

I paid six or seven hundred dollars.I would have to look at my checkbook for them to do an investigation.I got one phone call back that said whoever did my taxes was wrong on my income by 15,000.I checked the information, and that is not true whatsoever, this company is fraudulent,In my opinion.They are of no help!! All they did is have me spend seven hundred dollars that I didn't have to spend for nothing. Still have the IRS breathing down my neck!! I paid with a credit card.I have disputed the charge.Hopefully, my credit card company can help me out.

December 15, 2025
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Your opinion truly matters to us. We'd like to speak with you as soon as possible to make the situation right and better understand your concerns. However, we've been diligently trying to locate you in our system but your review didn’t provide enough identifiable information to locate you. We welcome you to call (800) 965-3192 to speak with one of our Executive Review Board Specialists, whenever you are ready. We will be more than happy to speak with you directly about your concerns. We truly hope you provide us with an opportunity to turn your experience around, and we are looking forward to hearing from you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This company has really good… good customer service

This company has really good communication. I appreciate their time and they’re trying their best to help me out.

February 5, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for the positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that we have really good communication and that you appreciate our time and efforts to help you out. We're committed to doing our best for you. We truly appreciate your trust!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My representative was personable and…

My representative was personable and knowledgeable

February 5, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for the positive feedback! We're glad your representative was personable and knowledgeable. We appreciate your trust!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brianwas very helpful and very…


Brianwas very helpful and very informative He was very patient with me with all the questions I had to ask. I really appreciate him. Thank you.

February 5, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Brian was very helpful, informative, and patient with all your questions. I'll be sure to share your appreciation with him. Thank you for your trust!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very satisfied with the ease of getting…

Very satisfied with the ease of getting my taxes filed and resolved with the IRS, not having to deal with them directly was a big relief.

February 5, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you were very satisfied with the ease of getting your taxes filed and resolved with the IRS. Not having to deal with them directly is a big relief indeed - that's exactly what we're here for. We appreciate your trust!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Everything was great besides the…

Everything was great besides the initial communication with my account set up and process. I needed to reach out to my sales representative with many questions due to gaps in communication, and she was able to help me.

February 3, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad everything was great and that your sales representative was able to help answer your questions. We appreciate you bringing up the initial communication gaps during your account setup and process - that's valuable feedback, and we'll work to improve that experience for future clients. Thank you for your patience and trust!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Service is not very personal

Service is not very personal
Most associates have heavy foreign accents which makes them difficult to understand
You can never speak to the same person twice

February 6, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

We sincerely appreciate the feedback you provided. We want to assure you that we strive to provide the highest quality of customer service as well as obtain the best resolution for clients. We urge you to contact our customer service line for assistance: (800) 536-0734.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional

February 2, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you for the positive feedback! We're glad we were very professional. We appreciate your trust!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been greatly satisfied with you…

I have been greatly satisfied with you guys because of your amazing service and I will recommend anyone to contact you guys

February 6, 2026
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Reply from Optima Tax Relief

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you've been greatly satisfied with our amazing service. Your recommendation means the world to us. We truly appreciate your trust!

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