A process to challenge IRS decisions through administrative appeals and, if needed, Tax Court review before paying disputed taxes.
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The IRS appeal process allows taxpayers to challenge IRS decisions without going to court, typically through the IRS Office of Appeals—a separate and independent division that seeks to resolve disputes fairly and impartially. If a resolution cannot be reached through appeals or the taxpayer chooses to bypass this route, they may petition the U.S. Tax Court within 90 days of receiving a statutory notice of deficiency. The Tax Court provides an opportunity to dispute the IRS’s findings before paying the assessed tax, and cases are heard by judges who specialize in tax law. This two-step process—administrative appeal followed by judicial review—offers taxpayers multiple avenues to contest IRS actions.
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Have questions about tax resolution? You’re not alone. Here are a few answers to some frequently asked questions. There are many more, so be sure to visit our FAQs page to see them all.
The process to qualify for a tax debt settlement is dependent on your personal financial situation. To find out if you qualify, schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our tax consultants, and be prepared to answer questions regarding your monthly income and expenses, additional assets to your name, and your total tax liability.
The Fresh Start program, also known as the Offer in Compromise, allows a taxpayer to settle their tax debt for a portion of the full amount owed when proven that the taxpayer is experiencing a financial hardship. If accepted, the Offer eliminates all outstanding balances with the IRS and releases any potential liens placed against the taxpayer.
While both are collection tools used by the IRS, a tax lien and a tax levy are not interchangeable terms. A lien is a claim to a taxpayer’s property due to a tax debt, while a levy is the actual action of seizing a taxpayer’s property.
Without protection in place, the IRS is legally allowed to seize your property or wages due to an unpaid tax liability.
June 22, 2025
