WASHINGTON — Following the 2024 election and recent federal spending cuts, Americans with back taxes are now qualifying for powerful IRS relief options — and it could take as little as 15 minutes to find out if you’re eligible.
A former IRS tax professional is pulling back the curtain on three lesser-known tax relief programs that can help reduce or even eliminate your tax debt.
When taxpayers fill out our Tax Relief Survey, they are able to see if they qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program and begin their journey toward tax resolution in minutes.
The IRS Fresh Start Program has already helped thousands settle their back taxes, but due to complex eligibility rules and shifting IRS policies, many Americans still don’t realize they qualify.
The IRS recently expanded its flexibility when evaluating a taxpayer’s ability to pay, making relief options accessible to more Americans than ever before. Even if you’ve been denied in the past, new guidelines may now work in your favor.
Thanks to a recent expansion of the Fresh Start Program, access to the IRS’s three core relief options is now more streamlined than ever:
1. Installment Agreements
This option allows taxpayers to break their balance into manageable monthly payments over time — avoiding aggressive IRS collection actions. With new guidelines, more people can now negotiate low monthly payments that better fit their financial reality.
2. Offer in Compromise (OIC)
This program gives qualifying taxpayers the ability to settle their tax debt for less than they owe. In many cases, balances have been reduced by tens of thousands of dollars. If you’re struggling financially, this could be your path to permanent relief.
Take this 60-Second Quiz to See if You Qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program.
3. Currently Not Collectible (CNC) Status
Many Americans don’t realize they can qualify for a temporary pause on all IRS collections if their financial situation meets certain hardship thresholds. While in CNC status, the IRS stops collecting and no payments are required — offering immediate breathing room during tough times.
Tax debt affects millions of Americans, yet many never seek help because navigating the IRS feels overwhelming.
That’s why more people are turning to tax professionals who know the system inside and out.
“The IRS is complex by design,” one former IRS agent said. “We used to see people drown in penalties simply because they didn’t know what options were available.”
Remember, it is 100% FREE to see if you qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program, and a few minutes could help you save THOUSANDS.
Every day, your tax debt grows larger and larger due to penalties and fees. It is vital to act now and partner with a tax relief expert to receive the best resolution possible.
WASHINGTON — Following the 2024 election and recent federal spending cuts, Americans with back taxes are now qualifying for powerful IRS relief options — and it could take as little as 15 minutes to find out if you’re eligible.
A former IRS tax professional is pulling back the curtain on three lesser-known payment options that could help reduce or even eliminate tax debt for qualified individuals.
When taxpayers fill out our Tax Relief Survey, they are able to see if they qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program and begin their journey toward tax resolution in minutes.
The IRS Fresh Start Program has already helped thousands settle their back taxes — in some cases, reducing balances to zero. But due to complex eligibility rules and shifting IRS policies, many Americans still don’t realize they qualify.
The IRS recently expanded its flexibility when evaluating a taxpayer’s ability to pay, making relief options accessible to more Americans than ever before. Even if you’ve been denied in the past, new guidelines may now work in your favor.
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Thanks to a recent expansion of the Fresh Start Program, access to the IRS’s three core relief options is now more streamlined than ever:
1. Installment Agreements
This option allows taxpayers to break their balance into manageable monthly payments over time — avoiding aggressive IRS collection actions. With new guidelines, more people can now negotiate low monthly payments that better fit their financial reality.
2. Offer in Compromise (OIC)
This program gives qualifying taxpayers the ability to settle their tax debt for less than they owe. In many cases, balances have been reduced by tens of thousands of dollars. If you’re struggling financially, this could be your path to permanent relief.
3. Currently Not Collectible (CNC) Status
Many Americans don’t realize they can qualify for a temporary pause on all IRS collections if their financial situation meets certain hardship thresholds. While in CNC status, the IRS stops collecting and no payments are required — offering immediate breathing room during tough times.
Take this 60-Second Quiz to See if You Qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program.
Tax debt affects millions of Americans, yet many never seek help — not because solutions don’t exist, but because navigating the IRS alone feels overwhelming.
That’s why more people are turning to professionals who know the system inside and out.
“The IRS is complex by design,” one former IRS agent said. “We used to see people drown in penalties simply because they didn’t know what options were available.”
Take just 60 seconds to find out where you stand. Check for yourself.
Remember, it is 100% FREE to see if you qualify for the IRS Fresh Start Program, and a few minutes could help you save THOUSANDS.
Every day, your tax debt grows larger and larger due to penalties and fees. It is vital to act now and partner with a tax relief expert to receive the best resolution possible.
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Barbra Allen
Date Published
April 16th, 2025
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