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Home & Property Seizure Defense
Stop the IRS from Taking Your Home or Car
While rare, the IRS can seize your home, car, or other property to satisfy tax debt. Property seizures require approval from senior IRS management and must follow strict procedures. If you've received a seizure notice, immediate action is critical.
Facing Property Seizure?
This is the most aggressive IRS action—time is critical
Principal Residence
Vehicles
Business Assets
Principal Residence Protection
The IRS faces significant hurdles to seize your principal residence under IRC § 6334(a)(13):
Extra Protections Apply
- Requires court approval
- Must prove no other collection alternative
- IRS Director approval required
- Minimum debt threshold applies
When Seizure is More Likely
- Large tax debt ($50K+)
- Significant equity in home
- Repeated non-compliance
- Refused all collection alternatives
How We Prevent Seizure
1
Immediate Intervention
Contact IRS and halt seizure process
2
Propose Alternative
Installment agreement, OIC, or CNC
3
Challenge Procedure
Verify IRS followed all required steps
4
Court Action
If needed, seek court intervention
IRS Authority & References
IRC § 6334
Property Exempt from Levy
Lists property IRS cannot seize without special procedures
IRC § 6334(e)
Principal Residence Protection
Requires court approval for home seizure
IRM 5.10.1
Seizure and Sale
IRS procedures for property seizure
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Don't Lose Your Home
Property seizure is preventable with immediate action. Contact us now to explore alternatives and stop the seizure process.
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