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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:

It’s all made possible with the Fresh Start initiative. Learn everything you need to know about it below.

Without sufficient evidence, the IRS cannot accept tax relief requests through the Fresh Start Initiative. If you are sending a request for tax relief, make sure to include as much support evidence as possible. Documentation is the most effective form of evidence in support of the IRS Fresh Start Program strict requirements. Documentation that you will need include (but not limited to) doctor/medical statements as well as reports from the fire department, insurance claims, student loan statements or death certificates for family members. It is also a good idea to include a letter with Form 843 explaining how you feel and why your inability to pay tax debt. For tax relief through the Fresh Start Program you will need to file all missing or unfiled returns. You also have to submit your estimated tax payments, current withholdings, and estimate tax payments. Last six months' filings must be current. To avoid having your request denied, contact a professional tax relief agency. Even if you are denied by the IRS, a tax relief firm can help file a letter appeal.

If you are a taxpayer who has a huge tax debt burden and can't pay it off immediately, then you should look into the Fresh Start Program. This debt relief option is also available if your ability to pay the whole amount is not insurmountable but you would be facing financial hardship.

Currently Non-Collectible status is not a Fresh Start tax program like the others. It's a status and not a form for tax relief. If the taxpayer is unable to pay their taxes, the IRS may place them in Currently Non Collectible Status. This status does not automatically remove tax debt but it does stop collection activities. This includes wage garnishments, bank levies and tax liens. The Currently Non-Collectible status allows taxpayers to receive Fresh Start tax relief in peace without the IRS following them. You must meet the IRS Fresh Start Program requirements to be eligible for Currently Not-Collectible Status. We discuss these qualifications below. Before requesting the status from the IRS, it is a good idea to consult a tax professional. The IRS will try to convince you to accept terms that are better for you if you apply for the IRS Fresh Start Initiative Program by yourself. The IRS will resume collecting on your payments once the Currently Non-Collectible status ends. They will also continue to send letters and phone calls threatening penalties. Tax relief companies can help you maintain your Currently Non-Collectible Status as long as you can and help you plan for when you will leave Non-Collectible Status.

We know what you’re thinking—this Fresh Start Program seems too good to be true! The good news is that the IRS program is 100% legitimate.

It's simple, yes. Both the IRS and you, as taxpayers, will be benefited by the Fresh Start initiative. The IRS will win because they will be compensated for their efforts rather than being "ghosted" by the taxpayer. The IRS wins because they will get back in good standing. This means that they won’t be hit by levies and liens, wage garnishments or criminal penalties, nor fines.

The IRS stated that it would generally accept a compromise offer if the amount offered is the maximum we can expect to collect within a reasonable timeframe.

A taxpayer who believes that he or she is eligible for tax relief must complete a financial statement using a form from the Internal Revenue Service. For wage earners, and for self-employed persons, use Form 433A. For all other types of business offers, Form 433-B can be used. These financial statements show all assets and liabilities, as well as the disposable income.