Compare vs Brinks

Alleviate Tax does not publish a simple “price list” on its website, but multiple independent sources give fairly consistent guidance on pricing and requirements.

Pricing Structure

From recent reviews and industry comparisons:

• Consultation / discovery call:

  • Free, no obligation

• Phase 1 – Investigation:

  • Flat fee, typically around $495 or slightly higher

• Phase 2 – Resolution:

  • Flat fee, quoted after investigation

  • Common range $2,000–$6,000+ depending on debt size and complexity

You’ll generally need to pay each phase upfront, although some cases can be financed through third-party financing partners. 

How This Compares to Industry Norms

ConsumerAffairs and other tax relief overviews indicate that reputable tax relief companies typically charge $700–$10,000 or more for serious IRS cases, with many using hourly or debt-based pricing models. 

Against that backdrop:

• Alleviate’s investigation fee is on the low to mid end of the market

• Its total resolution cost often lands in the middle of the typical range, but with the advantage of flat-fee predictability

• The lowest-price guarantee (up to $500 less than competitors) can lower costs further if you’re actively shopping quotes 

Who Gets the Best Value?

Based on minimum debt thresholds and reviews:

• Individuals or business owners with $10,000+ in federal IRS tax debt tend to get the most value, since the potential savings from a good resolution can justify fees. 

• If your debt is under $7,500–$10,000, even strong alleviate tax service outcomes may not offset the cost of representation; DIY options or local CPAs may be more cost-effective.

Brinks does not list clear package prices online for most customers, so you typically have to call or request a quote. However, multiple independent sources and ConsumerAffairs data give a useful range: 

Equipment Costs

• Typical equipment packages (hub + sensors) run roughly $199–$700+, depending on how many sensors and cameras you add.

• Some sources show historical package tiers like “Smart Security Essential,” “Complete,” and “Ultimate” in that approximate price range.

• When you roll cameras, doorbell, and extra sensors into the build, total equipment plus installation can land in the $430–$800+ range for many households.

Monitoring Fees

Most third-party reviews align on the following monitoring price bands:

• Standard monitoring: starts around $39.99/month

• With smart home integration: around $44.99/month

• With cameras + video: up to $49.99/month

Some ConsumerAffairs content notes promotional monitoring starting at $29.99/month for certain offers with minimum equipment purchase, but day-to-day pricing tends to fall in the $39.99–$49.99/month range.

Contracts & Cancellation

This is critical in any Brinks security system review:

• Standard contracts are typically 36 months (3 years).

• If you cancel early, you’re often required to pay about 80% of the remaining contract value, according to multiple consumer-law explainers and cancellation guides.

• BBB complaint statistics show 3,003 complaints in the last 3 years, 614 in the last 12 months, many of which relate to billing and cancellation disputes.

How Brinks Pricing Compares to Industry Norms

• More expensive than DIY, no-contract systems like SimpliSafe and Cove, which frequently offer pro monitoring in the $20–$30/month range.

• Comparable to or slightly below ADT on some promo deals, but less transparent in publicly posted pricing. 

• Upfront equipment and longer contracts make Brinks a better fit for homeowners planning to stay put 3+ years rather than short-term renters.

Best value: Homeowners who:

• Want free or discounted professional installation

• Plan to stay in their home for several years

• Intend to use smart locks, cameras, and automation features enough to justify the higher monthly fee