Changes in IRS collection methods for 2017 that make it harder to resolve a delinquent taxpayer’s debt.
- May 9th, 2017
- David Greene
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Here are five new changes in IRS collections techniques. 1. The IRS is using private debt collectors for the third time. They sometimes can be easier to deal with than a revenue officer, but usually they have less leeway in…
How is a tax levy different from a lien?
- March 28th, 2017
- David Greene
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This week I want to discuss how a levy differs from a lien. While a lien is simply recorded at the courthouse and is therefore a “passive” collection action (nothing happens until the taxpayer sells property), a levy is an…
Can a tax lien be used to seize your home?
- March 21st, 2017
- David Greene
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No, the IRS will not seize your home as a result of this Lien. They would have to start a legal proceeding to reduce the lien to a judgment. However, this lien does affect your property. You can think of…
The IRS has a new Private Debt Collector program.
- March 14th, 2017
- David Greene
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Any time you owe back taxes you should be worried and it is always better to be proactive. You should be even more worried now because the IRS is implementing a new Private Debt Collection program. The first one lasted…
Will refusing delivery of a certified letter from the IRS defeat their attempt at service?
- October 25th, 2016
- David Greene
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Unfortunately the tactic you propose will not work. In state court, I must serve a defendant either in person or through certified mail restricted delivery. If by mail, the defendant must sign the receipt or the service is not valid. …
What does the IRS mean by “Currently Not Collectible” status?
- September 20th, 2016
- David Greene
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There is an IRS program called Currently Not Collectible Status. To qualify for that status you do not need to be destitute with no assets and no job. You do need to be in such a position that all or…
Can the IRS collect taxes accrued in another state after you move to a different state?
- September 13th, 2016
- David Greene
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First, unfortunately there is no question that ones federal tax liability will follow him to another state. The IRS can easily find you by several means, so it is just a matter of time before those nasty letters will be…
Please visit my blog at www.greenelaw.legal to learn about the IRS “Dirty Dozen” tax scams.
- July 19th, 2016
- David Greene
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Each year the IRS compiles its Dirty Dozen tax scams – the worst of the worst. Here they are. 1. First on the list is Identity Theft. We addressed this in May. 2. Phone scams – One type of phone…
Which is better, an Offer in Compromise or Installment Agreement – Part 2
- June 21st, 2016
- David Greene
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In my last blog I stated that if the taxpayer does not qualify for an Offer in Compromise, then we look at an Installment Agreement that is intended to pay the debt in full. However, sometimes the IRS will accept…
Can the IRS seize property in a non-liable taxpayer’s name?
- May 20th, 2016
- David Greene
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Yes they can for two reasons. First the Statute of Frauds states that when one transfers property after he has notice of a potential lawsuit or debt, the Court can reverse the transfer as being done to avoid the debt….