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IRS Collections 101

By
Venar Ayar, JD, LLM (Tax)

If you’re facing IRS back tax issues, you know the crushing weight of worry about what could happen next. The notices arrive with increasing urgency. The penalties and interest keep mounting. And the fear of what the IRS might do – seize your assets, garnish your wages, or put a lien on your property – can be overwhelming.

We understand exactly what you’re going through because we see it every day. As tax attorneys focused exclusively on tax controversy, we have extensive experience helping taxpayers resolve their back tax problems with the IRS.

What sets us apart is our deep knowledge of IRS collections and our strong relationships with revenue officers and IRS counsel. We’ve handled thousands of back tax cases and know how to effectively advocate for our clients’ interests while working within IRS procedures.

Most importantly, we take the time to understand your unique situation. Whether you’re a business owner struggling with payroll taxes, an individual who’s fallen behind, or someone dealing with unfiled returns, we’ll review your case thoroughly and explain your options clearly.

Our track record of success comes from:

  • Extensive experience handling all types of IRS collection matters
  • Strong relationships with revenue officers and IRS counsel
  • In-depth knowledge of IRS procedures and collection alternatives
  • Focus exclusively on tax law – it’s all we do
  • Strategic approach to resolving cases efficiently

When the IRS is breathing down your neck, you need an experienced advocate in your corner. The collection process moves swiftly once it begins, with increasingly aggressive actions designed to force compliance. But there are often more options available than taxpayers realize.

We created this guide to help you understand the IRS collection process and your rights as a taxpayer. You’ll learn about collection alternatives like installment agreements and offers in compromise, how to handle IRS notices and revenue officers, and strategies for protecting your assets.

If you’re dealing with back taxes, don’t try to handle it alone. The stakes are too high and the process is too complex. Let us put our expertise to work helping you resolve your tax problems and get back on solid financial ground.

The sooner you take action, the more options you’ll have. Contact us today for a confidential consultation to discuss your situation and develop a plan to deal with your back taxes.

What’s Included in This Guide?

Each chapter provides detailed information and actionable strategies to help you understand and resolve your tax issues.

What Happens When You Owe Back Taxes

This chapter walks you through the IRS collection process step-by-step, from the first notice to potential enforcement actions. You’ll understand exactly what to expect at each stage and the critical deadlines you need to meet. This knowledge helps you stay ahead of the process and maintain control of your situation.

IRS Collection Notices: What Each Letter Means

We explain what each notice means, the required response timeframes, and most importantly – what actions you need to take. Understanding these notices helps you respond appropriately and avoid more serious collection actions.

IRS Payment Plans: How to Set Up an Installment Agreement

Discover the different types of IRS payment plans available and how to qualify for each. We cover everything from short-term payment plans to partial payment installment agreements. This chapter helps you understand which payment option best fits your situation and how to successfully apply.

Guide to IRS Offer-in-Compromise: Settle for Less Than You Owe

Learn about the IRS Offer in Compromise program, which allows qualifying taxpayers to settle their tax debt for less than the full amount owed. We explain the eligibility requirements, how to calculate an appropriate offer, and how to navigate the complex application process successfully.

Removing Tax Liens: What You Need to Know

Understand how federal tax liens work, their impact on your credit and assets, and your options for dealing with them. This chapter covers lien releases, withdrawals, and subordination, helping you protect your financial interests while resolving your tax debt.

Guide to Tax Levies and Wage Garnishment

Learn how to handle IRS levies and wage garnishments, including strategies to prevent or release them. We explain your rights and options when facing these aggressive collection actions and provide step-by-step guidance for protecting your assets and income.

IRS Penalty Abatement: How to Remove Penalties

Discover how to reduce or eliminate IRS penalties through various relief programs. We cover First-Time Penalty Abatement, reasonable cause relief, and other strategies for minimizing the penalties that can significantly increase your tax debt.

Choosing a Tax Attorney to Defend You Against the IRS

Our final chapter helps you understand when and why to seek professional representation. Learn what qualities to look for in a tax attorney, what questions to ask, and how professional representation can often save you money while protecting your rights and interests.

Each chapter in this guide draws from our extensive experience helping taxpayers resolve complex tax problems. Whether you’re facing your first IRS notice or dealing with aggressive collection actions, this guide provides the knowledge and strategies you need to protect yourself and work toward resolution.

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Venar Ayar Founder and Tax Attorney at Ayar Law

About the Author

Attorney Venar Ayar is an award-winning tax attorney dedicated to helping clients protect themselves from the constant threat of the IRS. Whether you need help with unfiled tax returns, applying for an Installment Agreement, settling for less than you owe through the OIC program, or some other form of IRS debt relief, we’ve got you covered.
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