It’s a well-known fact that scammers love to pose as IRS agents to lure potential victims. With that in mind, it’s normal to ask “Will the IRS ever come to my home?” In today’s post, we provide the answer. 

Will the IRS Ever Go to Your House?

The answer is yes. At least in theory, the IRS can visit a taxpayer’s house during an investigation. However, remember that an IRS won’t demand any sort of payment without giving you the chance to appeal the amount.

According to the IRS, there are three main reasons why an agent may go to your house or business:

• Audits
• Collection
• Criminal investigation

What You Need To Know

While it’s true that IRS agents can sometimes visit a home or business, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take precautions.

Here are some useful pointers for dealing with a visit from the IRS.

In the case of audits, an IRS employee may visit your house if all other attempts to contact you fail. 

Remember that revenue agents carry two forms of identification, each displaying serial numbers and a photo of the employee:

• An IRS-issued credential known as pocket commission
• The HSPD-12, a government-wide standard form of identification for all federal employees

If a revenue agent visits you, you can ask to see both forms of identification. 

Red Flags To Be Aware Of

Some red flags that indicate that the person contacting you may be a scammer posing as an IRS agent include:

• Demanding immediate payment without giving you the chance to appeal the amount
• Contacting you by text message or social media
• Asking you to pay by wire transfer or with gift card
• Threatening to call the police or immigration authorities
• Threatening to revoke your driver’s license
• The supposed agent doesn’t inform you about your rights

If you believe that someone is try to impersonate an IRS agent or posing as the IRS, you can report them using the following methods:

• Impersonation. File a report with the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration or call 800-366-4484
• Phone scams. Report them to the Federal Trade Commission
• Phishing or unsolicited email. Write to the following address: phishing@irs.gov

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At JT Tax Services, we give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you are limiting your liability while staying compliant with all regulations.

We are located in Oxnard, California.Contact us today by email (info@jttaxservices.com), telephone (805-984-8890), or through our social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to schedule a consultation or to learn more about our services.

Paying your taxes doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, the IRS is constantly looking for ways to make it easier for you to settle your tax bill. But can you pay your taxes with a credit card? Keep reading to find out.

Can You  Pay Your Taxes With a Credit Card?

The short, simple answer is yes, credit card is one of the many methods available when it comes to paying your federal taxes. 

Here’s a handy breakdown of all the options at your disposal:

• Direct Pay is available on the IRS website to make a payment directly from your checking or savings account.

• You can also ask your tax preparer to make an electronic funds withdrawal from a bank account.

• Payments with credit cards are made through payment processors that charge a fee. In some cases, you can make the payment over the phone (visit link for payment processor fees and contact information). 

• You can even pay your taxes in cash at a participating retail store ! Keep in mind that you’ll have to pay a fee of $3.99 and there’s a $1,000 payment limit per day. 

What To Do if You Can’t Pay Your Taxes

As you can see, there are plenty of options to pay your taxes. All you have to do is to choose the one that works for you.

However, some taxpayers face a more complex problem: they are not able to settle their tax bill. 

If you can’t pay your taxes, don’t worry. The IRS offers alternatives such as online payment plans and installment agreements. What really matters is to contact a tax pro as soon as possible, as failure-to-pay penalties can add up quickly.

Finally, remember that the payment information presented here applies to federal taxes only. State taxes have different deadlines and may utilize different payment methods.

Have Tax Questions? JT Tax Services Is Here To Help!

No matter how you prefer to settle your tax bill, at JT Tax Services, we give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you are limiting your liability while staying compliant with all regulations.We are located in Oxnard, California.Contact us today by email (info@jttaxservices.com), telephone (805-984-8890), or through our social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to schedule a consultation or to learn more about our services.