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Tax notices and problems, explained clearly

Plain-language guides to the letters people actually receive and the options that follow.

October 2026 · 4 min read

How Long Can the IRS Collect a Tax Debt? The 10-Year Rule Explained

Short answer: The IRS generally has 10 years to collect a tax debt, counted from the date the tax was assessed. After…

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October 2026 · 6 min read

IRS Notice CP2000: What to Do When the IRS Says Your Income Doesn’t Match

A CP2000 is a proposal, not an audit and not a bill, but you still have 30 days to respond. Ignore it and you get 90 days to petition Tax Court.

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October 2026 · 4 min read

Haven’t Filed Taxes in Years? How to Fix Unfiled Returns Before the IRS Does

Short answer: If you have years of unfiled tax returns, the safest move is to file them — even the old ones…

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October 2026 · 5 min read

LT11 / Letter 1058: The Final Notice Before the IRS Levies

LT11 and Letter 1058 are the same IRS notice: the last one before a levy. You get 30 days to file Form 12153, and the postmark is what counts.

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October 2026 · 4 min read

How to Get IRS Penalties Removed: First-Time Abatement and Reasonable Cause

Short answer: The IRS will sometimes remove penalties — a process called penalty abatement. There are two main ways to qualify: First-Time…

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October 2026 · 4 min read

IRS Currently Not Collectible Status: What It Is and How to Qualify

Short answer: If paying the IRS would leave you unable to cover basic living expenses like rent, food, and utilities, you may…

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September 2026 · 5 min read

What Is an IRS Tax Lien, and Why Can It Stop You From Selling Your Home?

A federal tax lien is a legal claim over everything you own that silently damages your credit. Learn how it differs from a levy and 4 ways to release or clear it.

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September 2026 · 4 min read

Can’t Pay the IRS in Full? How an IRS Payment Plan Actually Works

Owing the IRS money you can't pay all at once is stressful — but it is one of the most common and…

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September 2026 · 5 min read

What Is an IRS Levy, and How Can You Stop It Before It Destroys Your Finances?

An IRS levy lets the government seize your wages, bank accounts, and property. Learn what it can take, the 21-day bank rule, and five proven ways to stop a levy.

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September 2026 · 4 min read

What Happens After You Receive an IRS CP504 Notice? (Don’t Ignore This)

An IRS CP504 notice means your tax debt entered active enforcement. Learn what it means, what happens if you ignore it, and the exact steps to stop a levy.

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August 2026 · 4 min read

IRS Form 668-W: What NOT to Do When the IRS Garnishes Your Wages

A Form 668-W wage levy takes part of your paycheck before you see it. Learn the mistakes that make it worse and the exact steps to stop an IRS wage garnishment.

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July 2026 · 4 min read

Form 656: What an Offer in Compromise Really Is — and Who Actually Qualifies

Settling for less than you owe is real — but only under specific conditions. Here's the honest test.

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July 2026 · 6 min read

What Happens If You Owe the IRS More Than $10,000

Above $10,000 the IRS treats your account differently. Here's what changes and which paths open up.

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July 2026 · 6 min read

Understanding IRS Notice Codes: What Each One Means

A plain-language guide to reading the code and the deadline on your IRS letter.

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