IRS Tax Levy Release
IRS Tax Levy Release:Stop IRS Seizure of Your Assets
Every Release Option Explored For You
We review every route to get your levy lifted. Nothing gets skipped.
THOROUGH
You Never Deal With The IRS Directly
We take over all IRS contact the moment you are on board.
HANDS-OFF
Your Assets Stay Protected While We Work
Levy activity pauses once your enrolled agent steps in.
PROTECTED
David Lawrence
IRS Enrolled Agent - 14 Years Experience
ACTIVE
Case Status
In Progess
CP14 - $31,200 Balance
Response Filed. IRS on Hold.
Day 1
Agent Assigned
David Lawrence taking over
Day 1
IRS Contacted On Your Behalf
Collections Halted - Case Under Review
Day 1
Maria Bennett
Tax Resolution Specialist · 11 Years Experience
ACTIVE
Case Status
In Progess
IRS Letter Reviewed
CP504 Notice Assessed. Clock Stopped.
Day 1
Financial Review Completed
Income & Expense Analysis Approved
Day 2
IRS Payment Plan Initiated
Installment Agreement Under Review
Day 3
James Holloway
IRS Resolution Attorney · 16 Years Experience
ACTIVE
Case Status
In Progess
IRS Letter Received
Notice Type Identified. Action Plan Prepared.
Day 1
Power Of Attorney Filed
IRS Communication Redirected
Day 1
Resolution Strategy Prepared
Offer In Compromise Evaluation Started
Day 2
What Happens When a Tax Levy Goes Ignored
The IRS Does Not Wait. It Takes.
If you feel overwhelmed, you are not alone. Start with the situation that matches what is happening right now, and you will land on the right next step.
The First Notice Arrives
A levy warning lands in your mailbox. Most people ignore it. This is still your best window to act.
act now
Follow-Up Notices Keep Coming
The IRS sends more. Penalties and interest pile on. Every month you wait costs you more.
escalating
Final Notice of Intent to Levy
Last warning before they move. The IRS now has legal authority to seize your wages, accounts, or property.
critical
Levy Is Issued
Your bank is frozen or your wages are being taken. Your employer and bank are already notified.
urgent
You Call Us, We Step In
Your enrolled agent contacts the IRS immediately. Levy activity stops. We handle everything from here.
Protected
Tax relief is possible
Speak to a tax resolution expert today.
What a Tax Levy Release Actually Means
What Most People Get Wrong About IRS Levies
The IRS can release a levy. Most people just do not know that, or they wait too long to ask.
Common Myth
"Once the IRS places a levy, there is nothing I can do."
"My bank account is frozen. That money is gone."
"Getting a levy released means a long legal battle."
"I have to call the IRS myself and figure this out."
The Reality
A levy can be released. The IRS has a formal process for it and we know exactly how to use it on your behalf.
Funds held under a bank levy are not always lost. There is a window to act, and timing is everything here.
Most levy releases are handled directly with the IRS. No courtroom. No judge. Just the right process done right.
You do not have to talk to the IRS. We handle every call, every form, and every follow-up. You just need to call us first.
Ready to find out what applies to your case?
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Two quick questions. Then you will know exactly where you stand.
Your Options
Find the Right IRS Resolution Program for Your Situation
Offer in Compromise
Can't pay in full
Tax debt is stressful, and tax relief is a serious decision. Our approach is built around clear communication, realistic options, and steady progress, so you understand what is happening and why.
Best for you if
You owe more than you can realistically ever pay back and your income and assets are limited.
Typical Timeline
6 to 12 months from application to IRS decision. Collections paused during review.
Not sure if this applies? Speak to an agent
Installment Agreement
Pay over time
A structured monthly payment plan negotiated directly with the IRS. Stops collection pressure while giving you a clear, manageable path to resolve your tax balance over an agreed period.
Best for you if
You can afford to pay your debt over time but need a structured plan that stops IRS enforcement.
Typical Timeline
30 to 90 days to set up. Payments begin immediately once approved by the IRS.
Not sure if this applies? Speak to an agent
Currently Not Collectible
Pause collections
If paying your tax debt would create serious financial hardship, the IRS can temporarily halt all collection activity, no levies, no garnishments, no calls, while your financial situation is reassessed.
Best for you if
You have no ability to pay right now due to hardship, unemployment, or essential living expenses.
Typical Timeline
Can be granted quickly. Status is reviewed periodically by the IRS as your situation changes.
Not sure if this applies? Speak to an agent
Penalty Abatement
Reduce penalties
IRS penalties added to your debt can be removed or reduced if you meet eligibility criteria. Often granted for first-time compliance issues or reasonable cause. Reduces your total balance without affecting the underlying tax.
Best for you if
Your balance has grown significantly due to penalties and interest and you have a history of compliance.
Typical Timeline
Response from IRS typically within 30 to 60 days of submission. Can be requested by phone or letter.
Not sure if this applies? Speak to an agent
Innocent Spouse Relief
Remove liability
If your spouse or former spouse created a tax liability without your knowledge or consent, you may be able to remove yourself from that debt entirely using the IRS Innocent Spouse Relief program.
Best for you if
You filed jointly with a spouse who understated income or claimed improper deductions without your knowledge.
Typical Timeline
6 months or more depending on complexity. An enrolled agent handles all IRS communication.
Not sure if this applies? Speak to an agent
None of These Feel Like a Fit?
Let's figure it out together
Every tax situation is different. If none of the above programs feel like a clear fit, an enrolled agent will review your full case, identify every option the IRS offers, and tell you honestly what applies at no cost to you.
Best for you if
Anyone unsure of their options or whose situation feels too complicated to fit a single program.
Typical Timeline
Your free case review typically takes 30 minutes. No paperwork needed to get started.
Case Outcomes
Real levies.
Real releases.
Real people.
What our clients went through, and how it ended.
Our process
Here is exactly what happens when you call us about a levy
Case Review
You call or fill out the form. An enrolled agent reviews your levy situation in full. No paperwork. No commitment on your end.
We Take Over
Your agent contacts the IRS directly, works to halt the levy, and starts building your release case using every program available to you.
Levy Released
We negotiate the release directly with the IRS. You get updates every step of the way. We do not stop until the levy is gone.
Why tax hardship center
Not just another firm telling you to call the IRS yourself
IRS EA
Enrolled Agents
Federally licensed to represent you directly before the IRS, not just advisors
A+
BBB Rated
Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, verifiable, independent rating
50
States Licensed
Licensed to practice and represent clients in every state,federal and state tax issues
10,000+
Cases Resolved
Over a decade of resolving IRS and state tax cases across all 50 states
$0
Risk to You
We help you successfully resolve you case
2012
Established
Over a decade of experience, not a pop-up firm, a proven practice with a long track record
Ready to work with a team that actually gets levies released?
Testimonials
Trusted Help, With Clear Communication
When you are dealing with the IRS, you need clarity and follow through, not vague promises.
We focus on realistic options, straightforward communication, and a structured path from first call to resolution.
I review a lot of businesses. I am fair and want to provide information for people who genuinely are looking at a business to use for themselves. Regarding doing business with the Tax Hardship Center, it’s too good to be true but WOW. They helped me so much. I felt like I was out of a 10-year prison at the end. The feeling I had after they worked out all the issues I had with back tax penalties, etc., was just such a relief.
Special thanks to: Josh Bensimhon, Senior Tax Analyst, my first impression on the phone. After 2 months of searching, he was the first person that put me at ease. Jessy Zhu, Tax Preparer, for the speed and accuracy of getting the electronic form filled in and filed. Leslie Welch, Tax Preparation Associate, who clearly and precisely explained what my role was and the timeline I was on.
Gary M.
May 29th, 2024
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Honestly I was really skeptical about getting involved with a company that deals with tax debts. After going down the tax debt resolution rabbit hole I saw so many horror stories other worrisome things, but I needed help.. badly. I got a notice of intent to levy and I knew if I did nothing my life would basically be over so I took a chance and prayed for the best.
I’m glad I did because it worked out better than I ever could have expected. Jeremy helped me understand my options and made the plan as well as the fees easy to understand and straight forward.
It ended up getting resolved better than I could have hoped for and I can finally sleep again.
I’m grateful to Jeremy, Kimberly, and the rest of my team. Thank you Tax Hardship Center
A F.
May 28, 2025
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If you have unresolved tax issues, this is the company work with – I had a stellar experience and my tax issues were resolved in a much shorter time period than I had anticipated. Sarah, Alex and Clay were absolutely wonderful. All calls were returned promptly and they took the time to answer all questions I had. I very much appreciate their patience.
Katherine Hess was my case manager and she was absolutely wonderful to work with-she too answered all calls promptly and stayed in close contact every step of the way and her kindness, professionalism and patience were very much appreciated. I cannot recommend this company enough. If you have unresolved tax issues this is the company to work with-they go above and beyond for their clients!
Linda Little
Sep 20, 2025
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I didn’t know if Tax Hardship could help me. I hadn’t filed tax returns in years and the IRS was sending me bills so I got scared and buried my head in the sand. I knew I had to do something about it when the letters started coming more frequently and seemed to be getting more aggressive. I decided to hire Tax Hardship and they were incredible.
My tax prepares got my returns filed quickly and the resolution team was a God send! They kept me updated throughout the process and answered all my questions. I’m now in “good standing” with the IRS
Alice P
June 06, 2026
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20+ years of tax relief services.
Serving clients nationwide in all 50 states
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Every Day That Levy Sits, You Lose More
A levy on your bank account or wages does not fix itself. The IRS will keep taking until you make them stop. The longer it runs, the harder the recovery. Taking the first step costs you nothing. Not taking it costs you everything.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions People Ask before they call us
Straight answers. No runaround.
What is an IRS tax levy release and how does it work?
A tax levy release is the process of getting the IRS to remove a levy from your wages, bank account, or other property. Depending on your circumstances, the IRS may agree to release the levy if you enter a resolution program, demonstrate financial hardship, or otherwise address the underlying tax debt. The goal is to stop the collection action and move toward a long-term solution.
What is the difference between a tax levy and a tax lien?
A tax lien is a legal claim against your property because of unpaid taxes. A tax levy is the actual action of taking money or assets to satisfy that debt. In simple terms, a lien secures the IRS’s interest, while a levy is how the IRS collects.
Can the IRS take money that is already in my bank account?
Yes. If the IRS issues a bank levy, your bank may be required to freeze funds in your account. However, there is typically a holding period before the money is transferred, which may provide time to explore options and request relief.
How fast can a tax levy be released?
The timeline depends on the circumstances and the resolution being pursued. Some levy releases can happen relatively quickly once the IRS receives the necessary information, while others may require additional review. Acting promptly generally improves your options.
Will setting up a payment plan stop an IRS levy?
A payment plan can often help support a levy release, but additional steps may be required. The IRS typically reviews the overall resolution before formally lifting the levy. Every situation is different, so the exact process can vary.
What happens if I ignore an IRS levy notice?
Ignoring a levy notice can lead to the IRS moving forward with collection action. Depending on the type of levy, funds may be taken from your bank account or withheld from your paycheck. Responding early usually provides more opportunities to resolve the issue.
Can a tax levy be released if I have unfiled tax returns?
Possibly, but unfiled returns often need to be addressed as part of the overall resolution process. The IRS generally expects taxpayers to be current with their filing obligations before approving many long-term relief options.
Do I have to call the IRS myself to get the levy released?
No. You can authorize a qualified tax professional to communicate with the IRS on your behalf. They can help submit requests, manage documentation, and guide the process without requiring you to handle the IRS directly.
How do I know if I qualify for levy release through hardship status?
Hardship relief may be available if paying the tax debt would prevent you from covering necessary living expenses. The IRS reviews your income, expenses, and overall financial situation before making that determination.
What is the difference between a bank levy and wage garnishment?
A bank levy targets funds already in your bank account, while a wage garnishment takes a portion of your paycheck on an ongoing basis. Both are IRS collection tools, but they affect your finances in different ways and may require different strategies to resolve.