The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is a highly powerful creditor. In fact, the IRS is commonly regarded as the most powerful creditor in the United States. It can levy accounts receivable, bank accounts, and seize property without a court order or judgment. If your business owes the IRS money, it is a good idea to deal with them first because you have less time to protect your money and other property. If you need a levy released, then you need to act fast (in many cases within 10-21 days).

 

AVOID BANK LEVIES

Knowing where you are in the collection process is vital to avoiding an untimely levy or seizure. Most business tax debts end up at the desk of an IRS Revenue Officer. Typically, you will receive three preliminary collection notices before getting a Final Notice of Intent to Levy. The final notice is the most important collection notice because after 30 days the IRS can initiate its full collection powers (levies, seizures, etc.).  By understanding exactly where you are in the collection process, Spaulding Legal, APC can provide a customized strategy to help avoid enforced collections while working to resolve your tax issue. Additionally, we will ensure you understand your rights as a taxpayer so you can make an informed decision on how to proceed.

 

RELEASING A BANK LEVY

If you recently received notification that the IRS has levied one or more of your bank accounts and you need that money to pay for reasonable and necessary living expenses (housing, food, transportation, etc.), then you need to act quickly, or that money may be lost forever. Generally speaking, a bank is required to hold the levied money for 21 days before remitting it to the IRS. Therefore, acting quickly is your only chance at getting that money back.  At Spaulding Legal, APC we analyze and develop a strategy to advocate for a levy release whenever possible. If so, we have the flexibility to act immediately – giving you the best chance of getting the levy released on time.

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