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The IRS Collection Appeals Program and Form 9423

Dealing with the IRS is never enjoyable, especially when the IRS is trying to collect unpaid taxes. If you agree that you owe the IRS...

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What the IRS Can and Cannot Take (and How to Protect Your Assets)

If you owe back taxes and you don’t make payment arrangements, the IRS may seize your assets. The agency has unparalleled power to seize assets...

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IRS LT36 Notice: What It Means and How to Respond

For most people, a letter from the IRS brings anxiety and uncertainty – the situation can be even more stressful if you work for the...

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IRS Simple Payment Plan: A Low-Hassle Way to Handle Back Taxes

When tax debts rack up, keeping your head above water can be tough. The IRS Simple Payment Plan offers a straightforward solution for people with...

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Cancelled Debt and Taxes: When You Will (and Won’t) Owe the IRS

Debt gets cancelled for all types of reasons – you may have paid off a chunk of credit card debt in exchange for having the...

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Understanding Your LT16 Notice

The LT16 is a collection notice that indicates that the IRS has already tried to resolve your tax matter several times. Since you haven’t responded...

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IRS Revenue Officer vs. Revenue Agent: What’s the Difference?

Most people don’t spend time thinking about the various roles inside the IRS. That is, until they get a letter or a call from someone...

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Who Can Represent You in U.S. Tax Court? A Comprehensive Guide

Key Takeaways What is Tax Court The U.S. Tax Court is a specialized administrative federal court dedicated to resolving disputes between taxpayers and the Internal...

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Effective Tax Administration Offers: Path to Fair Tax Resolution

Tax debt can be one of the most stressful financial burdens anyone faces. The IRS is a formidable creditor, and the fear of levies, liens,...

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Realistic Options if You Can’t Pay Taxes & How Long IRS Gives You

Updated August 2025 Throughout 2023, the IRS collected over $104.1 billion in unpaid tax assessments from returns filed with additional tax due. If you currently...

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