An Installment Agreement can be a payment plan provided by the Fresh Start Program. It allows taxpayers the ability to pay a fixed monthly amount to the IRS. These payments directly go to the taxpayer’s overall tax debt and are continued until the debt is fully paid. An installment plan will stop you from being subject to IRS collection letters and penalties. This plan is a great option to show the IRS that you are serious about resolving your debt. Unfortunately, the IRS may continue to charge interest on your total debt regardless of whether the amount you are required by the Fresh Start Program has changed. Due to the IRS's ability to include interest in your outstanding balance amount, you could end up paying much more than you originally owed. Installment Agreements are a valid form for Fresh Start tax relief. But, it's difficult to negotiate with the IRS for reasonable monthly payments. A professional tax relief company can help you make smaller monthly payments.

According to the IRS there are over 10,000,000 accounts flagged each year. Although thousands are made aware of the IRS Fresh Start Program every single year, many don't even know about it or simply dismiss it as an option. Once you have calmed down following a summons from the IRS, contact a tax professional. They will evaluate your case and understand all the details. Then, they will sit down with you to discuss your options, including the IRS Fresh Start Program. An expert in tax relief ensures that your application gets submitted correctly, accurately, and quickly. The IRS can be tricky to work with, so be cautious.

Nearly all families with kids qualify. Some income limitations apply. For example, only couples making less than $150,000 and single parents (also called Head of Household) making less than $112,500 will qualify for the additional 2021 Child Tax Credit amounts. Families with high incomes may receive a smaller credit or may not qualify for any credit at all. For more detail on the phase-outs for higher income families, see “How much will I receive in Child Tax Credit payments?”

Penalty abatement is the IRS term used to reduce or eliminate a penalty. Penalty abatement can also be considered Fresh Start tax relief. Penalty Abatement will only be granted if there is a valid reason. Penalty abatement can be requested at all levels of IRS collections. Remember that Penalty Abatement can only be granted by local IRS offices. A Penalty Abatement request can be made for free.

Stearns stated that OICs were the bread and butter for late-night radio advertisements. The ads state: "If you owe $10,000, please call us. Are you looking for a fresh start? "Fresh start" is code for Offer in Compromis.

The Academic Fresh Start Agreement must be signed by the college admissions officer before the applicant can register. It confirms that the applicant has decided to enroll under this academic fresh start statute. The applicant must not apply for credit for courses taken at a college or university more than 10 years before enrollment.

The American Rescue Plan increased the Child Tax Credit from $2,000 per child to $3,000 per child for children over the age of six and from $2,000 to $3,600 for children under the age of six, and raised the age limit from 16 to 17. All working families will get the full credit if they make up to $150,000 for a couple or $112,500 for a family with a single parent (also called Head of Household).

The IRS factors in geography. If you live in the poorest county in Colorado, the federal algorithms say a single person needs approximately $900 a month to afford a basic living including rent, utilities, cable, and internet. In Marin County, California or New York City, the number exceeds $3,000.

First, we will identify any interest and penalties that could be imposed on you between now and when relief is granted. Next, we'll discuss your specific situation with you to determine which Fresh Start Tax program option is best suited for you. We will then guide you through the entire application process in order to increase your chances to be accepted quickly. Because we understand the language used by the IRS, our team can assist clients in covering all details of the application process. Once you have been accepted into Fresh Start, our team will be there to support you in all aspects of your tax journey. This includes helping you file your taxes on time to avoid breaking your agreement. We can help you get substantial tax relief through the IRS Fresh Start program. Give us a call today.

If you will not be eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit on your 2021 return (the one due in April of 2022), then you should go to the IRS website to opt out of receiving monthly payments using the Child Tax Credit Update Portal. Receiving monthly payments now could mean that you have to return those payments when you file your tax return next year. If things change again and you are entitled to the Child Tax Credit for 2021, you can claim the full amount on your tax return when you file next year.

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:

The Offer in Compromise program gives financially-distressed taxpayers who meet certain criteria the chance to pay a portion of their tax debt and put an end to overwhelming tax liabilities. You can make an offer in compromise starting at: