Taxpayer Advocate Service
FreeFree IRS-independent organization that helps taxpayers resolve problems
📝DIY Tax ResolutionAbout Taxpayer Advocate Service
The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is an independent organization within the IRS that helps taxpayers resolve tax problems they haven't been able to fix through normal IRS channels. TAS is free and available to all taxpayers, including individuals, businesses, and exempt organizations. Each state has at least one Local Taxpayer Advocate who can provide personalized assistance with IRS issues including collection disputes, refund delays, and systemic problems.
What's Great
- ✓Completely free service funded by the federal government
- ✓Independent from the IRS — advocates for the taxpayer, not the agency
- ✓Available in every state through Local Taxpayer Advocate offices
- ✓Can intervene when IRS actions cause significant financial hardship
- ✓Helps with systemic issues that affect multiple taxpayers
Watch Out For
- !Limited to cases where normal IRS channels have failed
- !Cannot override legitimate IRS tax assessments or legal obligations
- !Processing can be slow due to high demand and government staffing constraints
- !Not a substitute for professional tax representation in complex cases
Common Use Cases
Taxpayer who has been unable to resolve an issue through normal IRS phone channels for months
Individual experiencing financial hardship due to an IRS collection action and needing urgent intervention
Person whose tax refund has been delayed for over 6 months with no IRS response
Pricing Model
Free
100% free to use — no credit card required.
Category
DIY Tax Resolution
Tools and guides for taxpayers who want to negotiate directly with the IRS and manage their own resolution.
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