How to Contact the IRS About Setting Up Payments
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Call the IRS to request a personal identification number.woman calling image by Kurhan from Fotolia.com
Establish a personal identification number. This number will be on a notice you get from the IRS. You'll need it in your dealings with the agency. If you haven't yet received a notice, call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 and request one. - 2
Gather income and expense information.bill and dollars image by Hao Wang from Fotolia.com
Gather your personal information. You'll need all Social Security or tax identification numbers related to your tax return. Most installment agreements require you to list income and expenses, so you should gather pay stubs, rent or mortgage information, and a list of expenses for utilities, groceries and other monthly expenditures. If you haven't yet received a bill for the tax due, you'll need the adjusted gross income that is on your current tax return and the total tax due. - 3
Calculate how much you owe.Paying Bills image by ne_fall_photos from Fotolia.com
Determine how much you owe. If it's less than $25,000, there are three ways to set up your installment agreement. On the Internet, the IRS provides a tool called the Online Payment Agreement that's available on its website. Type "Online Payment Agreement" in the search box at the top of the IRS.gov homepage and find a link to the appropriate page (or use link in Resources). Follow the prompts to complete the online application for an installment agreement. By phone, call 1-800-829-1040 and speak to an agent. If you prefer to mail, you can fill out IRS Form 9465. If you owe more than $25,000, you may need to fill out Form 433F, a Collection Information Statement. Call the IRS number above or mail in Forms 9465 and 433F. - 4
You'll receive written verification from the IRS.mailbox image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.com
Wait for a written response from the IRS. You'll receive notification in the mail whether your agreement has been accepted or not. If you call the IRS, an agent can tell you that your agreement was accepted.
The IRS charges a one-time fee to set up payment plans. Direct debit and online payment plans cost $52, while payroll deduction payment plans cost $105.
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