With all of the many kinds of debt out there, the most upsetting and worrisome is tax debt. We all have this inherent fear of the IRS and getting rid of this debt ASAP should be at the top of your priority list. Does this always mean paying it all off now? Not necessarily, there are some other options for you to consider.
The first thing to look at when it comes to IRS debt is Offer in Compromise and whether or not you qualify. This can be a complicated program and that is why most people do not bother with it. You should consult a tax service professional who has proven their ability to swim these waters with success. They are the ones that will guide you through with good results. When you apply for the Offer in Compromise program it will take anywhere from one year to two years before you see any results. After this though you could find yourself paying as little as 10-15 percent of what you were originally owing.
While chances are not good that you will qualify for the Offer in Compromise, you may still be able to get in under the Currently not Collectible status.
If your financial situation is poor and there is nothing to indicate that it is going to get better anytime soon or if you have more allowable expenses than you have income, then you may be eligible for this Currently not Collectible status.
Tax professionals are helpful in all cases of IRS debt. Most people are not well versed in IRS practices or even in the law regarding taxes and payments. By choosing the proper tax professional for the job you will be taking care of the assets that you have now as well as oftentimes lowering the amount owed.
Your tax service or professional should be able to work with the IRS directly in ways that you are not able to and while they are not cheap, often charging thousands of dollars, if you owe tens of thousands then it is still obviously worth it.
Ideally you will choose a tax attorney, enrolled agent or a certified public accountant, these are the people with the experience that you should be looking for. They will be well familiarized with the Offer in Compromise program as well as Currently not Collectible status and all of the laws governing the IRS and all of the options that are open to you in your situation.
No debt is hopeless not even IRS tax debt, that is why it is vital you speak with a professional about taking care of this debt once and for all. It will not go away if you ignore it, this will only make things worse for you, both financially and stress-wise.
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