Lien Relief
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A federal tax lien can devastate your credit, complicate property sales, and create serious problems for your business. But liens aren’t necessarily permanent—several relief options exist depending on your circumstances. Understanding these options is the first step toward protecting your financial future.
Lien Relief Options
Lien release removes the lien entirely when you pay your tax debt in full or it becomes legally unenforceable. The IRS must release liens within 30 days of full payment. The 10-year collection statute means some liens eventually expire even without full payment.
Lien withdrawal removes the public Notice of Federal Tax Lien as if it was never filed—a significant benefit for your credit. Withdrawal may be available if the lien was filed prematurely, you enter a direct debit installment agreement, or withdrawal will facilitate tax collection.
Lien subordination allows a specific creditor to move ahead of the IRS lien without removing it. This helps you refinance property or obtain financing when the IRS determines subordination will ultimately facilitate tax collection.
Lien discharge removes the lien from specific property, allowing you to sell that asset while the lien remains attached to other property. This is commonly used for real estate transactions.
How I Help with Lien Relief
I evaluate your situation to determine which lien relief options you may qualify for and develop a strategy to pursue them. Sometimes combining approaches—like entering an installment agreement while requesting withdrawal—produces the best overall result.
For subordination and discharge requests, I prepare the necessary applications and supporting documentation, demonstrating how approval benefits both you and the government’s collection interests.
If an IRS lien is affecting your credit or financial opportunities, contact Boss Tax Law to explore your relief options.