Definitions for "Offer in Compromise"
Keywords:  irs, taxpayer, protracted, settle, owe
An Offer in Compromise allows taxpayers to get a fresh start by settling all back tax liabilities for an amount less than the full amount owed. If a taxpayer can't pay their tax debt in full, or has a dispute with the amount the IRS claims he owes, the taxpayer can propose to resolve the matter with an Offer in Compromise. The ultimate goal is a resolution that is in the IRS and taxpayer's best interests. Equity Search personnel are experienced experts in negotiating Offers in Compromise. See the FAQ section for more detailed information on the Offer in Compromise.
a contractual agreement between the IRS and a taxpayer that permits a taxpayer to pay a specific amount in full settlement of tax liabilities, including interest and penalties
a formal way to negotiate your tax debts with the Internal Revenue Service
a lengthy and time-consuming process
a lengthy process, so find a tax professional you can really trust and work with
Keywords:  debtor, submitted, settlement
a settlement offer submitted by a debtor
Keywords:  old, procedure, life, new
an old procedure which has been given new life