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Q: What Is an IRS Installment Agreement for Payment of Back Taxes?

A: If you are unable to pay off back taxes in full, you may qualify for tax relief by negotiating an IRS Payment Plan, more commonly known as an Installment Agreement (IA).

An Installment Agreement allows a taxpayer to pay off tax debt with a series of regular monthly payments, usually within a statutory five-year timeframe. Once an Installment Agreement is established, the IRS will cease all collection actions, including garnishment of wages. However, the IRS charges a user fee to set up the plan, and the back taxes are still subject to interest and penalties, although the future penalties are cut by 50%!

The IRS may also file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien until the final payment is made. If the amount the taxpayer can afford to pay monthly does not satisfy the debt owed (including interest and penalties), another tax relief option, such as a Partial Pay Installment Agreement or an Offer in Compromise, may be a better choice. For that reason, a taxpayer owing back taxes should seek tax help from a tax attorney or Certified Tax Resolution Specialist.

Tax relief experts can help negotiate the lowest, most affordable schedule of payments and the best method for making the payments, including direct debit, payroll deduction, credit card, and in-person payment by check or money order. A tax attorney or Certified Tax Resolution Specialist will also be able to prepare and file any delinquent tax returns since the IRS will not enter into a payment plan until the taxpayer's paperwork is fully in compliance.

While an Installment Agreement is a manageable tax relief option, be aware that all payments must be timely. Late payments can terminate the agreement, in which case the IRS may file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien and/or Levy, which will adversely affect a taxpayer's credit rating.

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