For those who cannot pay their tax bill, but aren't eligible for the OIC option, there are other options. The current not collectible (CNC), installment agreements, and the partial-pay installment contract are all options. CNC status means you have no income available each month to pay the IRS. You can pay the IRS monthly with the partial-pay installment agreement, but the total amount you make won't cover the full tax bill.
For more information on how to apply for the IRS Fresh Start Program, please get in touch with us for a free tax case review.
The IRS will not accept a request for tax relief through any of the programs in the Fresh Start Initiative without sufficient evidence. When mailing a request, include as much supporting evidence as possible. Documentation is the best form of evidence against the strict IRS Fresh Start Program qualifications.The documentation you will need includes (but is not limited to): doctor/medical statements, fire department reports, insurance claims, student loan statements, or death certificates of family members. We would also advise including a letter with your Form 843 explaining your personal situation and why you are unable to pay your outstanding tax debt.In order to meet the additional requirements to obtain tax relief through the Fresh Start Program, you must file all of your missing or unfiled tax returns, your estimated tax payments must be current, and your current withholdings must be correct. Finally, all filings for the last six months must be current or correct.The best way to prevent your request from being denied is to contact a professional tax relief company. Even if you get denied by the IRS, a tax relief company can help you file a letter of appeal.
You can appeal the rejected offer in compromis or call to get a different opinion from the person who signed your letter. The IRS will generally reconsider your offer, and instead of allowing appeals to the Appeals Office, they will begin further negotiations.
The OIC submission has another disadvantage. The IRS can use the disclosures about your assets to speed up its collection efforts against your OIC if it rejects your OIC. It is best to not submit an offer unless you are likely to accept it.
This document describes what IRS can do in order to collect taxes owed. Download Publication No. 594: The IRS Collection MethodPDF
Many businesses that have been severely impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19) qualify for employer tax credits – the Credit for Sick and Family Leave, the Employee Retention Credit, and Paid Leave Credit for Vaccines.
Publication 3833, Disaster Relief, Providing Assistance Through Charitable OrganizationsPDFThis publication describes how members of the public can use charitable organizations to provide assistance to victims of disasters or other emergency hardship situations.
There are also two upfront costs when you submit an OIC application to the IRS: the $205 user fee and a partial payment of the offer amount. Unless you qualify as a low-income taxpayer, you will need to be able to pay some of the OIC before the IRS approves it. The IRS won’t refund any upfront payment, even if you don’t qualify for the OIC.
A criminal record can make finding employment, obtaining housing, enrolling in and funding an education, and securing other civic opportunities very difficult. The good news is that there are options for you to move forward, even if you have made mistakes in the past. From reducing felony convictions to misdemeanors to dismissing/expunging your criminal record to getting Certificates of Rehabilitation, the County of San Diego Office of the Public Defender is pleased to help you with your Fresh Start!
According to the IRS, more than 10,000,000 accounts are flagged annually. Many people do not know of the IRS Fresh Start Program. When you feel calm after you receive a summons to appear, contact a tax relief professional. They will review your case, understand your facts, and then meet with you to discuss all options, including the IRS Fresh Start Program. A tax relief expert will ensure your application is complete, accurate, and without any delays. Be careful when working with the IRS.
Complete the Fresh Start Assistance Request Form to request assistance. You can send the form by email, post, fax, or mail.
Check here to see whether you meet their guidelines: www.irs.gov/advocate/low-income-taxpayer-clinics/low-income-taxpayer-clinic-income-eligibility-guidelines
The IRS says the Offer in Compromise program is not for everyone. The agency suggests that taxpayers “explore all other payment options before submitting an offer in compromise.”
Ideal Tax is a full service Tax Resolution firm that can handle almost any IRS or State Tax Issue. Our team is on hand to provide answers for clients impacted by garnishments, bank levies, liens and other challenges.
An Offer in Compromise can be submitted to settle any federal tax liability incurred under the Internal Revenue Code. This includes both business taxes (payroll, income, etc.) and individual taxes (income, trust fund recovery penalties, etc.). It can only settle taxes that have already been assessed. In the United States, Income tax is considered assessed on the date the return is due, or if the return is filed after the due date, on the day the return is received. For income taxes in the United States, the due date is April 15. If a tax liability has not yet been assessed, it cannot be included in an Offer in Compromise. Certain taxes, however, are due throughout the year, and they are eligible for inclusion.
To claim deductions, it’s important to keep records of your donations to charities. You may not have to send these documents with your tax returns, but they are good to keep with your other tax records. Common documents include:
If you owe the IRS or can't pay your tax debt completely, then the Fresh Start tax initiative might be a good option.
The applicant must complete the Academic Fresh Start agreement with the college admissions office prior to registration, confirming the decision to enroll under the academic fresh start statute. An applicant who decides to apply under this statute may not receive any course credit for courses taken at any college or university 10 or more years prior to enrollment.
Complete the Fresh Start Assistance Request Form to request assistance. You can send the form by email, post, fax, or mail.
Chuck Rettig, IRS Commissioner said that the IRS had worked hard during the pandemic to provide relief and support to the nation in many ways. The penalty relief that was issued today is just one way the IRS is helping people during this time of unprecedented need. For those individuals or businesses that qualify, this penalty relief will be automatically granted. There's no need to call.