About Stephen Bentley
Hi, I’m Stephen Bentley. After two decades as a software developer, I built a small software company from the ground up, ultimately selling it. During those years I handled my businesses' tax planning, compliance, and financial strategy — and discovered I had a real passion for helping others do the same.
I’ve lived the small business grind — payroll stress, tax bills, and trying to decode tax forms at midnight. And most importantly, I know what that dread feels like to open an envelope from the IRS. It can rock your world.
Now, I help others avoid those headaches. I’ve earned certifications as an Enrolled Agent, Main Street Certified Tax Advisor, and finalizing my certification as a Tax Resolution Specialist.
When I’m not helping clients navigate their tax challenges, you’ll find me outdoors hiking or playing disc golf with my wife, spending time with our grandson, or playing with our German Shepherd, Heidi.
I’ve lived the small business grind — payroll stress, tax bills, and trying to decode tax forms at midnight. And most importantly, I know what that dread feels like to open an envelope from the IRS. It can rock your world.
Now, I help others avoid those headaches. I’ve earned certifications as an Enrolled Agent, Main Street Certified Tax Advisor, and finalizing my certification as a Tax Resolution Specialist.
When I’m not helping clients navigate their tax challenges, you’ll find me outdoors hiking or playing disc golf with my wife, spending time with our grandson, or playing with our German Shepherd, Heidi.
Tax Agencies Serviced
Federal Tax Agencies
- Internal Revenue Service
State Tax Agencies
- Georgia Department of Revenue
Reviews
Problem Experience
- Unpaid Taxes
- Past Due Tax Return
- Tax Lien
- Passport Issues
- Cryptocurrency Issue
- Tax Refund
- Unpaid Taxes
- Tax Penalties
Solution Experience
- Payment Plans
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Offer In Compromise
- Currently Not Collectible
- Partial Payment Installment Agreement
- Penalty Abatement
- Amend Tax Returns
- Business Tax Preparation
- CSED Analysis
- IRS Transcript Analysis
- Business Tax Preparation
- Individual Tax Preparation
- Amend Tax Returns
Tax Types Serviced
Income Tax
Employment/Payroll Tax
State Sales & Use Tax
Taxpayer Types Serviced
Individuals
Sole Proprietor
Limited Liability Companies
S-Corporations
Partnerships/Multi-Member LLC
Professional License & Designations
Professional Licenses
State/Federal
Enrolled Agent
Federal
1/24/2025
Active
Related Work Experience
| Job Title | Company | Location | Work Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Specialist | Refuge Financial Services | Cartersville, Georgia | Sep 2024 - Present |
Education
| Educational Institution | Degree | Graduation Year |
|---|---|---|
| DeVry University | Bachelor's Degree | 1986 |
Associations & Memberships
| Associations or Memberships | Position | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Tax Professionals | Member | 2025 - Present |
| American Society of Tax Problem Solvers | Member | 2025 - Present |
Contact Information
Address
24 Hawks Branch Ln
White, Georgia 30184
White, Georgia 30184
In Office Visits
No
Website
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Pricing & Payments
Free Consultation
Free Quote
Virtual Consultation
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Refuge Financial Services
NATP
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