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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows taxpayers certain relief to their tax debt if they are experiencing financial hardship. To prove financial hardship to the IRS, you’ll need to complete a Collection Information Statement (Form 433-A, 433-B, or 433-F) that details your income, expenses, and assets. The IRS then compares your financial situation against its

IRS First-Time Penalty Abatement (FTA) removes penalties for failure to file, failure to pay, or failure to deposit taxes if you have a clean compliance record. To qualify, you must have had no penalties in the past three years, filed all required returns, and paid or arranged to pay any tax due. The IRS considers

An IRS CP2000 is a proposal from the IRS indicating that the income reported on your tax return doesn’t match information they received from employers, banks, or other third parties. You typically have 30 days to either agree with the proposed changes, partially agree, or dispute them by providing documentation that supports your position. As

The IRS has a limited time to collect tax debt from you. This time limit is called the Collection Statute Expiration Date or CSED. For most New York taxpayers dealing with IRS debt, understanding this 10-year rule can mean the difference between financial devastation and a manageable resolution. The good news? The clock is ticking.

You just opened your mail. The IRS sent a notice saying they plan to seize your bank account or put a lien on your property. Your stomach drops. But here’s something most New York taxpayers don’t know: you have legal rights that can stop this process in its tracks. A Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing

If you owe tax debt you can’t pay, you might feel stuck. You’re not. The “Currently Not Collectible” (CNC) status exists for people facing real financial hardship. This is not some limited-time offer you see in tax company ads. CNC status is a legitimate IRS program available to any taxpayer who qualifies. What Is Currently

Drowning in tax debt can feel overwhelming. You want to pay what you owe, but the balance feels impossible to clear. If you’re in New York and struggling with IRS debt, you have options beyond standard payment plans. One solution that works for many taxpayers is a Partial Payment Installment Agreement (PPIA). This program lets

Finding a Notice of Federal Tax Lien in your mail can feel like a punch to the gut. Your property is on the line, your credit is at risk, and the IRS has staked its claim to everything you own. But here’s what you need to know: a tax lien isn’t the end of the

Facing an IRS decision you disagree with can feel overwhelming. But you’re not powerless. The IRS Independent Office of Appeals provides a structured way to resolve tax disputes without going to court. If you’ve received an audit adjustment, a penalty notice, or a collection action in New York, understanding your appeal rights can make the