The IRS Is Calling? Here’s What You Actually Need to Do Next

If you’ve ever picked up the phone and heard someone say, “This is the IRS,” your heart probably sank. You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Americans get caught off guard by IRS letters, phone calls, or wage garnishment notices. It’s stressful. It’s scary. But it’s not the end of the world.

As a tax resolution firm, we’ve helped people in situations just like yours — some who owed a few thousand, others tens of thousands — get real, life-changing relief. If you're staring at your phone or mailbox wondering what to do, here’s a quick, no-fluff guide.

1. Stay Calm and Don’t Ignore It

Ignoring the IRS won’t make the problem go away — it often makes it worse. But don’t panic either. Many IRS contacts are automated or standard procedure. Just because you’re getting calls doesn’t mean you’re going to jail. It does mean it’s time to take control.

Pro Tip: If you got a phone call, be sure it’s really the IRS. The real IRS will never demand immediate payment over the phone or threaten arrest. Scammers do that. Always ask for official written notice before taking action.

2. Find Out Exactly What They Want

Before jumping to worst-case scenarios, figure out why the IRS is contacting you. Is it:

• A missed return?

• An audit?

• An unpaid balance?

• A lien or garnishment warning?

Once you know the reason, you can start exploring your options. If you have unopened IRS letters piling up, now is the time to go through them or bring them to a professional who can.

3. Talk to a Tax Resolution Specialist (Not Just a Regular Accountant)

CPAs and accountants are great — but when you’re dealing with IRS collections, you need someone who lives and breathes tax resolution. That’s us.

We negotiate directly with the IRS on your behalf, help you avoid aggressive collection actions, and explore options like:

• Installment Agreements

• Offer in Compromise (OIC)

• Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status

• Penalty Abatement

• And more

We’ve seen it all, and we know how to respond — in the language the IRS understands.

4. The Sooner You Act, the More Power You Have

Waiting only gives the IRS more time to garnish wages, freeze accounts, or slap liens on your property. On the other hand, the sooner you get help, the more options we have to negotiate, pause collection activity, or even settle your tax debt for less than you owe.

Final Thoughts: You Don’t Have to Face the IRS Alone

Whether this is your first call or your tenth letter, know this: you have options, and you don’t have to figure them out alone.

We’ve helped clients across the country break free from tax debt, and we can help you too. Every situation is different, but it all starts with one simple step: a free, confidential consultation.

Don’t wait for another scary letter. Let All State Tax Resolution take this off your shoulders — and start moving toward peace of mind.