Many people live with a high level of stress when they owe money to the IRS. This stress becomes elevated when the IRS assigns a Revenue Officer to your case. The appointment of a Revenue Officer means that the IRS is escalating collection efforts against you.
What Can a Revenue Officer Do To Collect Tax Debt?
A Revenue Officer is an IRS field agent specializing in collecting tax debts. While the officer does not have the power to arrest you, they do have significant powers to collect tax debts, including:
- Require the production of tax documents
- Conduct in-person interviews
- Seize assets (i.e., levy bank accounts)
- Recommend liens or levies against income
- Refer the case for criminal prosecution
How Should I Respond When a Revenue Officer Contacts Me?
IRS Revenue Officers are located across the country and will attempt to contact you directly to collect your tax debt. Oftentimes, a Revenue Officer will contact a debtor directly by phone to attempt to collect the tax debt.
While you may think you should deal with the Revenue Officer directly, be advised that these individuals are highly trained agents who have a deep understanding of tax laws and the nuances of the tax collection process. A Revenue Officer is only interested in collecting the tax debt and will not assist you with options or other forms of resolution.
Hiring a tax professional from the Highland Tax Group can even the playing field and advise you of the best way to handle your tax situation. The Highland Tax Group will review all your options and discuss the best way forward so you can move on with your life.
Highland Tax Group Has the Experience You Need To Handle IRS Collection Efforts
Dealing with an IRS Revenue Officer can be stressful. You need a strong, experienced team by your side to guide you through the process and work to achieve a positive outcome. Call the Highland Tax Group to discuss your case with a member of our qualified tax team today.