Stand Up to the IRS Blog

Typically, when you hear someone mention the IRS Hardship Program, they're referring to Currently Not Collectible status. Is It Real? What Is It, Exactly? How Do I Get It?

There are 2 things that you can do, no matter your back-tax situation, that will give you a fighting chance with the IRS Collections group and state taxing authorities.

This puts all of us in worse position because now the IRS holds all the cards. A taxpayer in back-tax trouble is already playing a game with the rules written by the IRS. Now, the IRS has every advantage over them.

Do Not Skip Your Current Tax Payment(s) to make a payment toward the back-tax.
This is especially important if your business owes Payroll Tax.

So, how can levies be stopped? It takes some work.

Know Your Appeal Rights? If you've received s Final Notice of Intent to Levy from the IRS, it's time for decisive action. Notice 1058 is your last warning before the Service seizes your assets. Learn more.

If the IRS has taken money from of your bank account or pay check, quickly take steps to request a release.