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    Tax Lien & Levy Release

    Stop IRS Seizures and Protect Your Assets

    Federal Tax Liens and Levies are the IRS's most powerful collection tools. A lien creates a legal claim against all property, while a levy actually seizes property or rights to property. Understanding the distinction is critical—and we know how to release both.

    AI Summary

    A Federal Tax Lien is the government's legal claim against your property. Unlike a levy (which physically seizes property), a lien secures the government's interest. Relief options include Discharge (removing lien from specific property), Subordination (letting another creditor move ahead), and Withdrawal (full removal of the public notice).

    Facing an IRS Levy or Lien?

    Time is critical—bank levies have a 21-day window

    Bank Accounts
    21-day hold period
    Wages
    25-50% garnishment
    Receivables
    Business cash flow seized

    Real Results: Emergency Levy Release

    Bank Account Frozen
    $47,000
    Time to Release
    8 Days
    Funds Returned
    100%

    "Construction contractor woke up to find $47K frozen—payroll was due Friday. We contacted IRS immediately, demonstrated hardship, and negotiated full release within 8 days. All funds returned, payroll met, and a manageable payment plan established."

    *Illustrative scenario. Levy release timing depends on IRS response times, case complexity, and resolution type negotiated. Results vary based on individual circumstances.

    Are You Facing Collection Action?

    You need immediate help if:

    Your bank account has been frozen or funds seized
    Your wages are being garnished
    You received a Notice of Federal Tax Lien
    Your customers/clients received levy notices
    You received a Final Notice of Intent to Levy (CP504)
    Your credit is being damaged by tax liens

    Bank levies have a 21-day window. After 21 days, the IRS takes your money permanently. Every day you wait reduces your options. Call us immediately.

    Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL)

    The IRS files a public notice establishing priority against other creditors. This affects credit scores and property transfers. We pursue multiple relief options:

    Lien Subordination
    Allows other creditors (like mortgage lenders) priority for specific transactions while IRS retains its lien position
    Lien Discharge
    Removes lien from specific property to permit sale, with proceeds applied or substitute security provided
    Lien Withdrawal
    Removes the public NFTL when filing was premature, not in accordance with procedures, or withdrawal would facilitate collection
    Certificate of Non-Attachment
    Clarifies that lien does not attach to specific property owned by someone other than the taxpayer

    Levy Actions & Releases

    The IRS can levy wages, bank accounts, accounts receivable, Social Security benefits, and other property. We secure levy releases to protect your income and assets:

    Wage Garnishment Release
    Stopping continuous levies on paychecks (up to 25-50% of disposable income)
    Bank Account Levy Release
    Recovering frozen bank funds (21-day holding period provides intervention window)
    Accounts Receivable Release
    Protecting business cash flow from third-party payment seizures

    How We Stop Levies

    Immediate Intervention

    We contact the IRS immediately upon engagement to request levy release while we develop a resolution strategy. Time is critical—especially with bank levies.

    Asset Protection

    We protect your bank accounts, wages, home, business assets, and accounts receivable against garnishments, levies, and seizures.

    Resolution Strategy

    Levy release typically requires establishing an alternative collection method— installment agreement, OIC, or CNC status—that protects your assets long-term.

    Collection Due Process

    If you received a CDP notice, you have rights to a hearing before the IRS Office of Appeals. We represent you through this process.

    Professional Standards & Authority

    IRC § 6321
    Lien for Taxes
    Creates automatic lien against all property and rights to property
    IRC § 6323
    Validity and Priority Against Certain Persons
    Priority rules and NFTL filing requirements
    IRC § 6331
    Levy and Distraint
    Authority to levy on property and rights to property
    IRC § 6343
    Authority to Release Levy
    Conditions under which levy must or may be released
    IRM 5.11
    Levy
    IRS procedures for issuing and releasing levies
    IRM 5.12
    Federal Tax Liens
    Procedures for lien filing, release, withdrawal, and discharge

    Don't Wait—Act Now

    Every day matters when facing IRS collection actions. Bank levies give you only 21 days before funds are seized. Contact us immediately for emergency representation.

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    Last updated: September 12, 2026