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More about Automated Collections Systems

The ACS agent to take very detailed notes about the call, discuss time tables and actions.

Tips for Dealing with Automated Collection Systems Agents

The first is you have to understand how the system works is ACS agents are in a bunch of call centers across the country.

What Happens when the IRS Cannot Collect on a Taxpayer

When ACS gets frustrated or when the balance reached a certain dollar amount, they’ll kick it out to a Revenue Officer to.

Revenue Officers

the IRS revenue officer will go out, will do a more detailed asset investigation – perhaps pulling records.

Collection Action a Revenue Officer Can Take

The IRS revenue officers have broad latitude in contacting third parties for information on tax payers.

Asset Seizure

Generally speaking from an administrative level, it is difficult to seize assets that are not cash.

How to Resolve IRS Collections Issues

The first measure is the IRS will always allow you to pay them in full.

How to Pay the IRS in Full

The client is going to pay the underlying tax. If you have a situation where you're willing to pay the underlying tax.

The 120 Day Extension to Pay

The IRS particularly if the client has a wonderful compliance history will grant an automatic 120-day Extension to Pay.

The Statute of Limitations on Collections

The Statute of Limitations also tolls in certain circumstances, meaning it can be extended. If you set your client up on a payment plan.

The Problems with Running From the IRS

They can put liens on you. That pressure doesn't go away if you are not doing something to actively resolve your account.

Currently Non-Collectible Status

The IRS can make a determination and kick them out of it at anytime. With that said, it is a viable option for several reasons.
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