IRS Payment Plan — Set Up Monthly Payments with the IRS
An IRS installment agreement lets you pay your tax debt in monthly payments over time. Once approved, most collection activity stops. The IRS offers several types — guaranteed, streamlined, and non-streamlined — depending on how much you owe.
How the IRS Handles This
You apply online, by phone, or by mail. The IRS reviews your application and approves (guaranteed/streamlined) or negotiates (non-streamlined). Collection activity is suspended once the agreement is in place.
DIY Steps to Resolve This
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Determine which agreement type you qualify for based on your balance
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Apply online at irs.gov/opa for the fastest approval
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Set up direct debit to save $99 on setup fees
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Stay in compliance — file returns and pay current taxes on time
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