Is the IRS Garnishing Your Paycheck?
If you've received a Final Notice of Intent to Levy — or the IRS is already taking part of every check — you have options, and timing matters. Talk to a Northern California tax-resolution specialist in a free, confidential 15-minute review.
Get My Free 15-Minute ReviewWhat's happening — and the clock you're on
A wage garnishment means the IRS has ordered your employer to send part of every paycheck straight to them — and it usually continues until the balance is resolved or the levy is released. It typically follows a chain of notices (often a CP504, then a final LT11 / Letter 1058).
Once you have representation, we can contact the IRS on your behalf and request a hold on collection while we review your options. Outcomes depend on your specific financial situation and IRS approval.
Honest paths — depending on your situation
Depending on your finances and filing history, a garnishment can sometimes be addressed through:
- Levy release or hold
- Currently Not Collectible — financial-hardship status
- Installment Agreement — a manageable monthly plan
- Penalty Abatement, where you qualify
- Offer in Compromise, if you're eligible
We'll tell you honestly which of these realistically apply to you — we don't promise an outcome.
Three steps to a clear plan
A Northern California tax-resolution firm
Fidence Tax Relief is a Northern California firm focused on IRS and California FTB collection problems. We are a private firm and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of the IRS, the California FTB, or any government agency.