Now that collection process is becoming more and more prevalent, it is imperative that you become proactive in handling your tax debt problems. A revenue officer is fully authorized and backed by the government to proceed with tax collection action in an aggressive and intimidating manner. They have been given authorization beyond the average collection agency and take tax debt collection very seriously.
They are focused on quick recovery of your full tax debt amount, and are trained to:
Not be swayed by excuses (legitimate or not)
Not consider a taxpayer’s ability to pay
Assess wage garnishments
Levy bank accounts
Seize property
Bring criminal charges if necessary
Having an experienced tax attorney represent you can make the arm-wrestling negotiation process more advantageous to obtaining an acceptable settlement agreement.