How Can A Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Help You?

Taxpayers that have a problem with the Internal Revenue Service may qualify for assistance from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). These clinics are separate organizations from the IRS. Depending on your income you may receive free help or have to pay a nominal fee.

The tax professionals at the LITC can offer expertise on topics like:
audits
tax collection disputes
understanding your tax rights

Taxpayers can visit the website for Internal Revenue Service to see a listing of LITC locations by state. Each clinic makes their own determination of whether a taxpayer is eligible for help under their income guidelines.

For taxpayers that may not qualify for help from a LITC, another option is a service like Tax Defense Network. readers can get a free 10 minute consultation with a trained professional at Tax Defense Network and get advice on how to:
settle IRS tax debt for a fraction of what is owed;
end wage garnishment;
stop IRS tax levies and federal tax liens;
remove IRS penalties and interest charges;
arrange acceptable payment plans.

When it comes to getting tax help, consumers have choices. There are services available that can be researched on the website for Internal Revenue Service. Some of the services you find may be free. When shopping for tax assistance from companies like Tax Defense Network, be sure to do your homework, just like if you were buying a new car. Research the Internet for customer complaints, get price estimates and make a decision on your terms. Do not accept pressure tactics from any company.

In addition, the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is an independent department within the IRS. This team assists people who need help resolving problems with the IRS. This service is free and confidential. Taxpayers can check the yellow pages in their local area for the phone number of their local taxpayer advocate.

If working directly with the Internal Revenue Service to solve a problem is not working for you, there are several tax consultation companies, like Tax Defense Network, that can help. Get a free 10 minute consultation with a trained professional to get advice on how to resolve:
Bank Levies;
Wage Garnishment;
Tax Liens;
Penalties and Interest Charges.

The advocate service should be your first stop, and then consult an attorney if you find that you are not making progress along the lines that you would expect. Remember, always double check the information you are being given for your own protection.