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Why the IRS Collections Division Never Sleeps

IRS Collections is relentless. Once a tax debt is assessed, the IRS shifts gears into collection mode. That means notices, liens, levies, wage garnishments, and constant pressure. Unlike other creditors, the IRS doesn’t need to sue you — they already have the power of the U.S. Treasury behind them.

Most taxpayers make the mistake of ignoring IRS letters, hoping the problem goes away. It doesn’t. Each ignored letter escalates the case. By the time you’re holding a Final Notice of Intent to Levy, you’re days away from frozen accounts and garnished paychecks.

But here’s the good news: at nearly every stage of IRS collections, you still have options. You can appeal, negotiate, or qualify for relief programs like installment agreements, offers in compromise, or Currently Not Collectible status.

The earlier you act, the more leverage you have. Wait too long, and you’re playing defense against an agency that holds all the cards. Revenue officers are trained to pressure you into thinking there’s no choice but full payment immediately. That’s not true.

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I Keep Hearing About the IRS "FRESH START INITIATIVE". What Is It? The Fresh Start Initiative is a set of policies and programs designed to help taxpayers who are having difficulty meeting their federal tax obligations.

The IRS Substitute for Return (SFR) is a program that the IRS uses when a taxpayer fails to file a return or owes taxes but fails to respond to IRS correspondence and other attempts to get them to comply. The SFR program allows the IRS to create a tax return for the taxpayer in the absence of them filing their own return.

The IRS substitute for return program is complicated. When the IRS creates a substitute return, they estimate taxes due based on the limited information they have. This estimate is usually higher than the actual tax liability and the penalties and interest increase the amount even further. Often under these circumstances, the taxpayer will not be aware of the tax debt until they receive a collection notice in the mail.

When a taxpayer receives an SFR notice from the IRS, it is important that they take immediate action. The taxpayer should file their original return as soon as possible in order to reduce the amount of additional interest and penalties that the IRS is assessing. The taxpayer should also contact a qualified tax professional who can help them identify additional deductions or credits that may reduce their overall tax liability. In addition, the taxpayer should contact the IRS to negotiate payment arrangements if they can not afford to pay the full amount of the liability.

In some cases, the IRS may be willing to waive some or all of the interest and penalties associated with an SFR. To qualify for this forgiveness, the taxpayer must demonstrate that they acted in good faith by filing any late returns, paying any taxes due in a timely manner, and communicating with the IRS throughout the whole process.

In conclusion, the IRS substitute for return program is complex and the amount of taxes due can often be significantly higher than the taxpayer’s original liability. To avoid this situation, taxpayers should always make sure to file their returns and pay taxes on time. If they do find themselves facing an SFR notice, they should take steps to reduce the amount due by filing any late returns, seeking the help of a qualified tax professional, and negotiating repayment arrangements with the IRS.

If you or someone you know has back taxes to deal with, don't hesitate to contact us immediately at 303-499-2700 or by email at [email protected].

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“We were pleased by the attention we received and the patience displayed by Mr. Moran and his firm. They always responded to our questions in a timely manner and made everything easy to understand.”

We frequently get asked, “How long does it take to resolve my tax issues?”

Depending on what the circumstances are, the time it takes can be anywhere from several weeks to over a year. Unfortunately, the IRS is behind on paper-filed tax returns and shorthanded on personnel. Regardless, we always strive to resolve your case as fast as we possibly can.

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It’s important to know that one of the most important rights you have as a taxpayer with IRS debt is the Collection Appeal Process. Few know about it, but the IRS has a whole separate department that handles appeals, known as the IRS Appeals Division.

Whether you believe you didn’t get a fair result from dealing directly with the IRS, or maybe another firm didn’t handle your case well, you have the right to go through the appeal process, which may result in a new decision by the IRS.

Please understand that it’s always best to work with a skilled professional to ensure the process is handled correctly. For additional information, click here.
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Are you familiar with the term, “uncollectible status?”

Uncollectable status is when the IRS determines that you are unable to make current tax payments. When a taxpayer is deemed “uncollectable,” the IRS may still file a notice of federal tax lien to secure its position in the taxpayer’s assets, but will not otherwise take enforcement action to seize (or levy) the taxpayer’s assets or income streams.

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