Enforcement ActionsCRITICAL URGENCY

IRS Taking Your Paycheck? Stop Wage Garnishment Now

The IRS can take up to 70% of your disposable income. We intervene immediately to reduce or eliminate the garnishment.

Critical Deadline

Continuous until resolved—each paycheck is affected

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Understanding Wage Garnishment

An IRS wage garnishment (also called a wage levy) allows the IRS to take a significant portion of your paycheck directly from your employer. Unlike creditor garnishments limited to 25%, the IRS can take up to 70% or more of your disposable income, leaving you with barely enough to survive. The garnishment continues until your tax debt is paid or you take action to stop it.

IRS Authority: IRC § 6331, Publication 1494

What Happens If You Don't Act

✗Loss of 50-70% of each paycheck

✗Difficulty paying rent, mortgage, or basic expenses

✗Employer notification of tax problems

✗Ongoing financial stress with no end in sight

✗Credit damage and inability to secure loans

✗Potential job concerns due to employer involvement

How The Tax Pro Advisor Resolves This

Helping Austin and Leander business owners resolve wage garnishment issues with proven strategies and direct IRS representation.

1File immediate request for garnishment release

2Prove financial hardship to reduce withholding amount

3Negotiate installment agreement replacing the garnishment

4Apply for Currently Not Collectible status when appropriate

5Represent you directly with IRS Collections

6Create payment plan you can actually afford

IRS Forms & Documents We Prepare

Form 12153 (CDP Hearing Request)Form 433-A (Collection Information Statement)Form 668-D (Release of Levy)Form 9423 (Collection Appeal Request)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an IRS wage garnishment?

An IRS wage garnishment is a levy that requires your employer to withhold a portion of your wages and send them directly to the IRS. Unlike other creditors, the IRS can take significantly more—often 50-70% of your disposable income.

How long do I have to respond to stop wage garnishment?

You should act immediately. While there's no specific deadline once garnishment begins, each paycheck continues to be affected until you take action. The sooner you respond, the more income you protect.

Can I settle this for less than I owe?

Yes. Through an Offer in Compromise or installment agreement, we can often stop the garnishment and resolve your total debt for less. We also ensure you're only paying what you can actually afford.

Related IRS Issues

Bank Levy Tax Lien LT11 Final Notice

Don't Wait Until It's Too Late

The longer you wait, the fewer options you have. Get a free, confidential consultation to understand your situation and next steps.