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shaft6969 t1_j51wcvz wrote

Highly recommend finding a tax expert to negotiate with the IRS. Enrolled agent is what you want. They're certified to work with the irs, and many used to work for them. Offer in compromise I believe is the process.

It can be done on your own but those guys know the system better.

Despite the common thought, the IRS can be reasonable.

If you're still a high earner, they'll want whatever they can get. But usually over a limited period, 5 years. They can waive the rest.

They're not cheap, but many years ago $5k of help got over $50k wiped clean (actually $50, not zero). Made this grown man weep years of joy when I got that letter.

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