Existe la opción de evitar este tipo de acciones mediante diversos procesos de regularización fiscal.
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Alert: this is how you can prevent an IRS embargo in the United States for tax debts

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During the tax season in the United States, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS, for its initials in English) could carry out seizures of taxpayers' properties who have not complied with their tax obligations. 

According to the conditions established by the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), the IRS has the authority to take these actions in order to cover outstanding tax debt. Furthermore, the agency can legally seize other assets such as salaries, bank accounts, real estate, vehicles, among other personal assets. 

However, and before receiving the so-called “Final Notice of Intent to Levy and Your Right to a Hearing”, there are a series of processes that can prevent an IRS seizure: 

  • File tax returns accurately and on time. 

  • Make the corresponding payment before the deadline. 

  • Request an extension if more time is needed. 

  • Negotiate a payment plan with the IRS if a solution is found with the agency. 

  • Make partial payments if agreed upon in this case. 

What to do if the IRS seizes a property? 

If a taxpayer ignores IRS notices to regularize their tax status, the agency has the authority to seize a home. In this case, there is the option to request the property's release by the IRS by presenting the case. 

Likewise, there are various possibilities to release a seizure: 

  • Settlement of the tax debt. 

  • Establishment of a installment payment plan with the IRS. 

  • Expiration of the collection period for the debt. 

If the IRS continues with the process, it is also possible to request the agency to reverse the process if it is proven to have greatly harmed the taxpayer. 

If the IRS proceeds, the property will be put up for sale and the profits obtained will be used to cover the tax debt. Before this action, the agency will assess the property's minimum value and notify the taxpayer of the amount. Following this action, there is the possibility to contest if the amount does not reflect the real market value. 

The property will be publicly listed in various media outlets such as newspapers, bulletins, among others. Once the property is sold, if the value exceeds the debt amount, the IRS will carry out a refund of the difference to the taxpayer. 

*This article has been automatically translated using artificial intelligence