Unpaid federal tax debt can affect far more than a taxpayer’s finances. Under Section 32101 of the FAST Act (Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act), the IRS is required to notify the U.S. State Department when a taxpayer has what it defines as “seriously delinquent tax debt.” Once this certification occurs, the State Department can deny a passport application, refuse to renew an existing passport, or even revoke a valid one. Read More
An IRS audit is a review of a taxpayer’s returns and supporting records to verify that income, deductions, and credits were reported accurately. While audits can be stressful, most are limited in scope and can be resolved efficiently with proper preparation. Taxpayers who later obtain new evidence may request audit reconsideration. Read More
The IRS has authority under federal law to collect unpaid tax through wage garnishment. Once the levy is in place, an employer is legally required to withhold part of the employee’s earnings each pay period and send it to the IRS. Garnishments can be financially disruptive but are not irreversible. Read More
