Tag: filed returns

  • Why IRS Compliance Comes Before Full Payment

    Why IRS Compliance Comes Before Full Payment

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    Steve Perry
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    The IRS cares about compliance because resolution depends on filed returns, current year payments and taxpayer behavior after filing. Immediate full payment is not always possible, but missing returns, ignored notices and new balances can block payment plans, hardship review, penalty relief and other IRS resolution options.