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Back Taxes Help: IRS and State Tax Debt Resolution

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When you owe back taxes to the IRS, getting expert support, advice, and guidance is a must. Ignoring the problem won't make it go away, and these situations escalate faster than most people understand. Debt that once felt manageable can quickly turn into a lien on your property, a frozen bank account, or wages being garnished before your next paycheck.

At Tax Network USA, we are a national tax resolution firm that helps individuals and businesses across all 50 states resolve IRS and state tax debt. Our experienced staff and global network mean we can guide you through the complexities of tax debt resolution, whatever your situation.

The sooner you act, the more options remain available to you. Call our team now to schedule a free confidential consultation today, or use our online tool to calculate how much you can save.

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Who We Help

Back tax debt rarely happens overnight, and it can build for everyone differently. Some clients come to us with years of unfiled returns that need to be resolved. Some filed on time, but couldn't afford to pay, and are now facing a rapidly growing balance due to interest and penalties.

In each case, we look at clients' unique tax debt situations and determine the best available solution.

We can help in the following scenarios:

The bottom line is that it doesn't matter how your tax debt accumulated; we can help you through this process. Our team of experts understands the intricacies of the IRS collection process and relief options, and we'll help you find a reasonable solution that will protect you and your finances.

What Happens When You Ignore Tax Debt

Back taxes can be overwhelming, but ignoring them and hoping they will go away is a dangerous move. The IRS has broad legal authority to collect what you owe them. Waiting it out can be expensive. Here's what can happen if you fail to address your tax debt:

. Waiting it out can be expensive. Here's what can happen if you fail to address your tax debt:

  • Penalties and interest accumulate on top of your original balance. This can add a significant amount to what you owe over time, landing you deeper in debt.
  • A Notice of Federal Tax Lien may attach to your property. This is public and makes it harder to sell assets, refinance, or even obtain credit when you need it.
  • Bank levies allow the IRS to seize funds directly from your bank accounts. This is one of the most direct ways the agency will recover debts.
  • Wage garnishment allows the IRS to collect the money you owe directly from your paycheck each pay period until the debt is fully paid.
  • Passport denial or revocation can affect taxpayers with 'seriously delinquent' tax debt above a threshold, which changes yearly.
  • Private debt collection referrals mean third-party agencies can also pursue the balance on the IRS's behalf.

If you don't take action, you could leave yourself open to the above consequences. Failure to file carries steeper penalties than failure to pay, so unfiled returns can compound the problem.

Past due tax notice stamped on paper as IRS collection activity escalates

How We Help with Tax Debt

Every tax debt situation is different. The right resolution depends on how much you owe, your financial circumstances, and where your account currently stands in the IRS's process.

Our team at Tax Network USA looks at the full picture and then identifies which tax relief options you qualify for. These strategies include:

Dealing with Unfiled Tax Returns

Failing to file tax returns often sits at the root of a growing IRS balance. Getting back into compliance is often the first step before any other resolution can move forward. Our team helps you deal with unfiled returns in the smartest, easiest way possible, including getting you caught up on bookkeeping if needed for business returns.

Offer in Compromise (OIC)

If you can't afford to pay your full balance, an Offer in Compromise (OIC) may allow you to settle for a reduced amount. This is based on what the agency determines you can realistically afford. We handle the evaluation and submission on your behalf, giving you the best chance of success.

Installment Agreement

Before the problem escalates, a properly negotiated installment agreement can stop collection activity immediately. This solution lets you set up manageable monthly payments to the agency. IRS payment plans have various term lengths.

Penalty Abatement

IRS penalties can make up a large chunk of what you owe the agency. However, there are occasionally ways to reduce or even completely eliminate these penalties. If you have reasonable cause for your late filing or payment issues, or qualify under the First Time Abatement or other rules, we'll pursue penalty abatement to reduce your balance.

Currently Not Collectible Status

In cases when your financial situation genuinely makes it impossible to pay right now, the IRS can place your account in temporary hardship status. This is known as the Currently Not Collectible or CNC status, and it suspends active collection activity while you stabilize your finances.

Help With Tax Liens

The IRS typically files a tax lien if you owe over $10,000, but if you owe under $50,000, you can usually avoid that by setting up payments proactively. If one has been filed, our lien resolution services can help you get it released, withdrawn, discharged, or subordinated when possible. services can help you get it released, withdrawn, discharged, or subordinated when possible.

Wage Garnishment or Bank Levy Release

If the IRS has already taken levy action against you, you still have reasonable tax relief options. When possible, our team moves quickly to release wage garnishments and bank levies to provide you with instant relief. After that, we begin pursuing long-term resolution options.

Not sure which resolution applies to your situation? Talk to a tax professional today to find out.

How the Tax Network USA Process Works

No matter what your tax debt scenario is, the team at Tax Network USA can help. We offer personalized services, tailored to your situation and focused on your financial protection. When you contact us, we will help get you back on track.

  1. Free Consultation

    The first step is contacting us for a confidential, no-obligation conversation. Walk us through your tax debt situation, and we will give you an honest initial read on where you stand. The introductory call takes just 15 minutes, and it gives us the opportunity to understand your case and helps you decide if we're the right fit.

  2. Investigation

    When you decide to proceed with us, we launch a full investigation into your tax debt and available tax relief options. Our dedicated team will review your full tax history and identify where you stand with the IRS in the collections process. From there, we can identify the resolution options that fit your specific circumstances and present them to you clearly.

  3. Strategy

    Next, we develop a plan based on what you actually qualify for and what gives you the best possible outcome. Our approach is highly personalized with the aim of protecting you from further IRS action and helping you get back on track financially.

  4. Negotiation

    Our team takes over all contact with the IRS on your behalf. You no longer have to speak with collectors or respond to notices yourself. We will negotiate your resolution directly with the IRS or state agency, depending on the circumstances, and report straight back to you.

  5. Resolution

    We finalize your agreement with the agency and make sure you understand what comes next. We make the whole process smooth and easy to understand. We will also provide you with tax planning guidance so you can stay tax compliant with the IRS going forward.

Why Work With Tax Network USA

We are a full-service tax firm specializing in solving back tax problems for individuals, small business owners, and all other taxpayers. Our team of licensed tax practitioners is fully equipped to support you in finding the best resolution option, depending on your tax debt situation.

We are licensed federally and help you no matter where you're located nationwide. Our team has settled over $500 million in tax debt to the IRS and state taxing authorities.

Couple meeting with a tax relief professional to resolve their IRS tax debt

Here's why working with us makes resolving back taxes straightforward:

Our free confidential consultation with no obligation to move forward is the right place to start. We never offer false guarantees or promises, and our team will tell you what you realistically qualify for, not what you want to hear. Book a consultation with us now.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to resolve back taxes?

The timeline varies depending on the strategy we use. Installment agreements tend to move relatively quickly, while an Offer in Compromise (OIC) can take several months or even a year or longer from first submission to decision. We can give you a realistic timeline based on your resolution options.

Can the IRS reduce how much I owe?

Yes, you may be able to settle your tax debt for less than you owe in certain circumstances. An Offer in Compromise (OIC) allows eligible taxpayers to pay less than the full balance of their debt. Similarly, if you qualify, penalty abatements can also reduce some of what you owe. Depending on the situation, audit reconsiderations or disputing the tax may also be an option.

Can I set up a payment plan if I cannot pay my back taxes in full?

Yes, and this is often the most straightforward option. An installment agreement lets you pay your tax debt balance over time in monthly installments. Our team can negotiate the terms of this agreement directly with the IRS based on your actual finances.

Can state back taxes be resolved the same way as IRS debt?

State tax agencies have their own resolution programs, which tend to vary by state. Our team handles state tax debt alongside IRS issues, including California FTB cases and agencies in states across all 50 states.

Put Your Tax Debt Problem Behind You Now

Your tax debt problem won't go away by itself, and the IRS will not wait. The sooner you take action, the more resolution options will be on the table. It all starts with one quick, confidential conversation. It's time to get rid of tax debt so you can have a fresh start with the IRS or your state.

Our team handles IRS and state tax debt for clients nationwide, from payment plans to complex cases involving years of unfiled returns and escalating collection activity. Schedule your free consultation with Tax Network USA today to get a clear view of where you stand and what your options are.

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