Can the IRS conduct a collection interview at your house or business?

IRS Revenue Officers continue to become more aggressive in the field. Here is a new approach to look for:
I had a recent case in which a Revenue Officer sent my client a notice stating that that there would be an interview at my client’s house.  These meetings usually take place at an IRS office.  It [...]

5 things to always do when talking to the IRS.

1.     Be courteous and respectful.  You will get nowhere with an angry or condescending attitude, and will just give the IRS reason to come down harder on you.  When your head is in the mouth of the bear, say nice bear.
2.     Abide by deadlines, or call for more time if one can’t be met.  Don’t [...]

What do all of these different IRS collection letters mean?

IRS collection letters often look similar, and all seem intimidating. But they are not.
I get calls from my clients all the time who have received IRS collection letters and are in a state of anxiety. I ask them to read me what the heading of the letter says, and fax a copy over so I [...]