A practical starting point
Get help when a tax balance is difficult to understand or pay. Discuss the account, the current financial concern, and payment or relief options that may be worth a closer review.
Understand the help being proposed
The information here explains common tax debt concerns and questions to raise about assistance. An individual account may need a closer review of facts, filing history, finances, or IRS correspondence. Ask about included work, communication, responsibilities, and fees before deciding to proceed.
Talk about your tax debt concern
Call to discuss your unpaid balance or IRS letter. You can ask about the help available before deciding to proceed, even if you do not yet have every document. If your letter includes a response date, mention it at the start of the conversation.