Ashraf H. Boutros

With over three decades of deep, practical experience in the tax industry, I am a dual-licensed professional holding both a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and the federal Enrolled Agent (EA) designation. As the founder and leader of Total Tax Solutions based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, I have dedicated my career to standing between my clients and aggressive taxing authorities, providing elite-level audit defense and comprehensive tax resolution strategies.

My professional journey began after graduating from Florida State University in 1990. Since becoming a licensed CPA in 1993 and an Enrolled Agent in 2000, I have successfully resolved complex tax issues for individual taxpayers, sole proprietors, LLCs, and corporations alike. My firm’s guiding philosophy is built on immediate action and proactive communication, stepping in to relieve the immense stress that tax controversy brings to families and business operations.

Comprehensive Tax Resolution Expertise
I specialize in constructing customized defense plans that halt automated collection actions in their tracks. My extensive experience spans a wide range of federal and state tax complications, including:

IRS Collection Defense: Negotiating immediate relief for severe collection actions such as wage garnishments, bank levies, federal tax liens, and asset seizures.

Tax Debt Restructuring: Helping eligible taxpayers secure structural relief through the IRS Fresh Start program, Installment Agreements, and Offers in Compromise.

Audit Representation & Defense: Providing aggressive representation in high-stakes IRS examinations and state audits to correct flawed assessments and misrepresentations.

Payroll & Business Tax Issues: Resolving complex 941 Trust Fund Recovery Penalties and unfiled payroll taxes to protect ongoing business operations.

Penalty & Compliance Relief: Securing IRS and state penalty abatements, filing past-due or amended tax returns, and handling specialized issues like Innocent Spouse Relief.

Tax problems threaten your peace of mind and financial security. Whether you are facing a state sales tax audit from the Florida Department of Revenue, dealing with multi-state tax authorities like the California Franchise Tax Board or New York State Department of Taxation, or answering an intimidating IRS notice, I partner with you step-by-step. My goal is always to deliver an optimal, definitive solution to your tax crisis while explaining complex tax matters in clear, understandable terms.