IRS Collections

They say that death and taxes are the only two certainties in life. However, taxes are only collectible for so long. The IRS Collection Statute of Limitations is a critical aspect of tax law that often confuses taxpayers and professionals alike. This […]

Receiving a letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be stressful, especially if it mentions unpaid taxes, proposed adjustments to your tax return, or potential collection action. However, not every IRS notice means you are being audited or that the IRS […]

Falling behind on your taxes can lead to serious consequences, but few IRS collection actions create more confusion, or fear, than tax liens and tax levies. Although the two terms sound similar, they represent very different stages in the IRS collection process. […]

Receiving a notice from the IRS can be overwhelming, especially if it’s unexpected. One such notice is IRS Notice CP23, which indicates that the IRS found a difference between the estimated tax payments you reported on your tax return and the payments […]

Facing an IRS levy can feel overwhelming, especially when your wages, bank account, or other property is at risk. Because a levy involves actual seizure, not just a claim, it is one of the most serious actions the IRS can take. Fortunately, taxpayers have several options […]

We often discuss IRS tax audits, but state tax authorities can also examine your tax returns and business records. Like an IRS audit, a state tax audit can be stressful and intimidating. However, understanding why audits happen and what to expect can […]

Receiving an IRS notice can be stressful, especially if you were expecting a tax refund. Many taxpayers assume that any letter from the IRS means they owe additional taxes or are being audited. Fortunately, that’s generally not the case with IRS Notice CP53E.  In most situations, IRS Notice CP53E means the […]

Receiving a notice from the IRS can be stressful, especially when the letter mentions possible levy action or warns that the government may begin collecting unpaid taxes. Two notices that frequently cause confusion are the CP504 and LT11. While both relate to unpaid tax debt and potential […]

Receiving an IRS Notice CP14 can be stressful, but understanding what it means and how to respond is the first step toward resolving the issue. This notice is the first formal communication from the IRS indicating that you owe unpaid taxes. Ignoring it could lead to additional penalties […]

Receiving a notice from the IRS can be stressful, especially when the letter references possible collection actions. An IRS LT11 Notice is generally issued after the IRS has already sent several previous notices regarding an unpaid tax balance and has not received payment or a satisfactory response.  Because it serves […]