What is the IRS program Currently Not Collectible?
- September 29th, 2021
- David Greene
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You may qualify for Currently Not Collectible Status. To qualify for that status you do not have to be destitute with no assets and no job. However, you do need to be in such a financial position that all or…
When can an Offer in Compromise be returned without considering the merits?
- September 14th, 2021
- David Greene
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An Offer can be “returned,” i.e. not even considered, for technical reasons. This does not mean it was denied. When an Offer is first received, it must pass several tests to be considered. If it fails these technical requirements, it…
Is the Offer In Compromise program a tax scam?
- May 25th, 2021
- David Greene
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The Offer in Compromise program is not a scam. However, scammers use the promise of an Offer to scam you. There are a lot of scams being run today, one of which states that the promoter can settle your back…
I would like to set up an Installment Agreement to pay my delinquent taxes. Does the IRS have to accept my Agreement at whatever amount I am willing to pay per month?
- April 28th, 2021
- David Greene
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The IRS will accept your Installment Agreement request without your furnishing your financial information only if the following conditions are met: 1) the total owed is less than $50,000.00; 2) the taxpayer has filed all required returns for the past…
Can a taxpayer submit more than one Offer in Compromise?
- February 9th, 2021
- David Greene
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Yes, one can certainly file a second Offer after a rejection, especially when there is a change in your circumstances. However, we should look at another possibility first. When an Offer is rejected, you have 30 days from the date of…
Can one ever settle with the IRS for less that he owes?
- January 19th, 2021
- David Greene
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I get this question is some form at least once a week. I have not answered it in awhile, so here is my answer. The beginning of the new year is a good time to answer this. Many times the…
HAVE YOU MADE YOUR NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS?
- January 13th, 2021
- David Greene
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Well, Christmas is over and we have rung in the New Year. During this past week many people made New Year resolutions. Did you make any? Most of these deal with either working on a healthier and better body or…
New Year Thoughts
- December 29th, 2020
- David Greene
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As most of you know, the majority of my practice is dealing with IRS problems and Estate Planning. Today I want to pass along some thoughts about both of those areas. Even as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, our problems…
What is my process for resolving delinquent taxes for clients?
- September 23rd, 2020
- David Greene
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Since each case is unique to its own set of facts, I can only discuss general guidelines of our process. When one retains me, he will sign a Form 2848 Limited Power of Attorney that allows me to represent him…
What is an Offer in Compromise based on Doubt as to Liability?
- August 25th, 2020
- David Greene
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The Offer in Compromise program is a voluntary program that is offered to certain taxpayers who are delinquent in their taxes. There are three types of offers, including this one. The other two types are an Offer in Compromise based…