Tax Resolution Services
If you owe back taxes and it’s been almost 10 years the taxes have been assessed, DTR can help in eliminating your tax assessment.
Many taxpayers do not realize that most owed back taxes have a 10-year statute of limitations. But unfortunately, the IRS will never notify taxpayers of this 10-year rule, leaving many taxpayers confused about their accounts. The 10 year statute of limitations is not as simple as it may sound, but with the help from Direct Tax Relief – we can help you navigate the complex IRS tax codes and if you qualify, eliminate your tax assessments.
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If you owe tax debt, an Offer In Compromise can help you settle it for less. DTR has the expert negotiation skills needed to get your tax debt reduced as much as legally allowed.
If you’re a business owner who fails to file or pay payroll taxes, Direct Tax Relief will negotiate with the IRS to reach a resolution and protect your business from shutting down.
Direct Tax Relief negotiates with the IRS to have these difficult penalties removed from your account, getting you out of debt and back to freedom, based on reasonable cause.
Working with you from the first step of tax debt resolution, Direct Tax Relief has tax accountants to prepare your unfiled tax returns, whether it's an individual return or complex corporation returns.
At Direct Tax Relief, we'll negotiate with the IRS to create an easy, affordable payment plan that gets you in compliance, and works with what you can afford, preventing future IRS wage and bank garnishments.
If your individual or business tax returns are being audited, Direct Tax Relief’s tax experts can take over your audit proceedings to ensure you get the resolution you deserve.
When your taxes remain unpaid and a bank levy is issued, Direct Tax Relief can help you find a resolution so you can avoid frozen bank accounts and money seizure and, in some cases, have current bank levies released.
When your wages, commissions, and Social Security income are being garnished because of unpaid taxes, DTR will negotiate with the IRS to put a stop to it.
If you’re a retail store, contractor, or provide in-home services, you could face state tax issues. But the experts at Direct Tax Relief have expert guidance and solutions to get you on the road to tax debt freedom. We can also help with state income, payroll and sales tax issues.
In certain situations, Direct Tax Relief may be able to have your federal tax lien released, once we complete resolution of your case.
For married couples, filing your taxes jointly can provide many benefits–but it can create problems. If you have tax liabilities, interest, and penalties as a result of filing jointly, DTR professionals can get you on the road to being tax debt free.
If you are looking to refinance your house but have a federal tax lien, the tax professionals at Direct Tax Relief will pursue all avenues to find a solution through a lien subordination.
The Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED) is the deadline the IRS has to collect a tax debt. In most cases, the IRS has up to 10 years from the date the tax is assessed to collect the balance. After this period expires, the IRS can no longer legally pursue collection on that debt. Understanding the CSED can be an important factor when evaluating tax resolution options.
The IRS generally has a 10-year window to collect unpaid taxes after the debt is officially assessed. During this time, the IRS may use various collection actions such as levies, liens, and wage garnishments. Once the collection period expires, the IRS typically cannot continue collection efforts. However, certain actions may extend or pause the timeline.
Some events can extend or temporarily pause the collection statute period. For example, filing for bankruptcy, requesting certain tax relief programs, or living outside the country for extended periods may affect the timeline. These situations can stop the clock temporarily while the IRS reviews the case. Once the event ends, the collection period may resume.
When the collection statute expires, the IRS generally loses the legal authority to collect the remaining tax balance. This means the debt may effectively become uncollectible. The IRS will typically stop collection activity once the expiration date has passed. However, it is important to confirm the expiration and any actions that may have extended the timeline.
In most cases, the IRS cannot continue collection once the statute of limitations has expired. Collection tools such as levies or garnishments should stop after the expiration date. However, confirming the correct expiration date is important because certain actions may have extended the timeline. Reviewing the account history helps determine whether the statute has truly expired.
The collection statute generally applies to most federal tax debts once they have been assessed. However, the exact expiration date may vary depending on the circumstances of the case. Certain legal actions or agreements may affect how the timeline is calculated. Each tax account must be reviewed individually to determine the correct CSED.
In some situations, entering into certain agreements with the IRS may affect the collection timeline. Some tax resolution actions may temporarily pause the statute while the IRS reviews the request. Once the review period ends, the collection clock may resume. Understanding these effects is important when choosing a resolution strategy.
Yes, the IRS may file a federal tax lien during the collection period if the debt remains unpaid. A lien secures the government’s claim against your property while the IRS attempts to collect the balance. The lien may remain in place during the collection period. Once the statute expires and the debt is no longer collectible, the lien may also be released.
The exact CSED is based on the date the tax was assessed and any events that may have paused the timeline. Reviewing IRS account transcripts can help identify the assessment date and other relevant details. Because different actions may affect the timeline, calculating the correct expiration date can require careful analysis. Understanding the correct date is important for planning a tax resolution strategy.
The CSED can influence which tax resolution option makes the most sense for a taxpayer. If the collection period is nearing its end, certain strategies may be more appropriate than others. Knowing the expiration date helps avoid actions that could unnecessarily extend the collection timeline. Proper planning around the CSED can play an important role in resolving tax debt.
