Personal IRS tax debt over $10,000
Get a free professional review of personal IRS tax debt over $10,000
Answer a few quick questions. If it's a fit, a licensed tax professional will reach out to look at the balance, explain the real IRS options and deal with the IRS directly.
No cost. No obligation. Takes about 60 seconds.
The IRS has more options than most people know
Which one fits depends on the details. That's what a licensed tax professional sorts out.
Payment plans
Monthly installment agreements, with streamlined plans running up to 72 months for balances under $50,000.
Penalty relief
First-time abatement and reasonable-cause relief can reduce penalties for people who qualify.
Offer in Compromise
An IRS program that can settle a tax debt for less than the full amount, for taxpayers who qualify.
Hardship status
Currently Not Collectible status can pause collection when paying would cause real financial hardship.
How it works
Answer a few questions
About the balance, whether it's personal tax, and whether returns are filed. It takes about a minute.
A licensed tax professional reaches out
They review the situation, explain which IRS options may fit and can contact the IRS directly.
Decide what's right
The review is free and there's no obligation to move forward.
Who this is for
$10,000+
owed to the IRS, including penalties and interest
Personal tax
from an individual return, including self-employment tax
No tax pro yet
not already working with a CPA, enrolled agent or tax attorney
Common questions
+Does the review cost anything?
No. The review is free and there's no obligation. If you decide to work with a tax professional afterward, they'll explain any fees up front.
+Who will contact me?
A licensed tax professional or tax resolution firm that we connect you with. Honest Tax Buddy is a referral service and does not provide tax advice itself.
+Is this the IRS?
No. Honest Tax Buddy is not affiliated with the IRS or any government agency.
+Can the balance be reduced?
Sometimes. Penalty relief and settlements exist for people who qualify, but no one can promise a result. It depends on each situation and IRS approval.
+What should I have ready?
Any recent IRS letters help, along with a rough idea of what's owed and which years. It's fine if you don't have everything.
Ready to see the options?
For personal IRS tax debt over $10,000. Free and confidential.