Get Irs 12153 2022-2026

The IRS Form 12153 is used to request a Collection Due Process or Equivalent Hearing with the IRS Independent Office of Appeals. Completing this form online can streamline your process of appealing a tax dispute, ensuring that you provide all necessary information effectively.

Follow the steps to fill out the form accurately.

1. Select the ‘Get Form’ button to access the IRS 12153 and open it in your preferred editing tool.
2. Fill in the basis for your hearing request. You can check both boxes if you have received notifications regarding both a Federal Tax Lien and a Levy.
3. Indicate if you are requesting an Equivalent Hearing by checking the appropriate box, should your original request not meet the deadlines for a CDP hearing.
4. Enter the Taxpayer 1's name, Taxpayer Identification Number, current address, and other relevant contact details.
5. If applicable, provide the information for Taxpayer 2 in the corresponding fields.
6. List your best telephone number and the preferred times for the IRS to contact you during normal business hours.
7. Fill out the tax information section as indicated on your lien or levy notice. You may skip this if you are submitting a copy of the notice.
8. Explain the reason for your hearing request. Choose the most relevant option(s) from the provided list or provide additional details as needed.
9. Outline any proposed collection alternatives you would like to pursue, such as an Installment Agreement or Offer in Compromise, and prepare a financial statement if required.
10. Sign and date the form. Taxpayer 1 must sign, and if Taxpayer 2 is included in the request, they must also sign.
11. Review all filled sections for accuracy, then save your changes. You can download, print, or share the completed form as necessary.

Complete your IRS 12153 online today to ensure your hearing request is processed efficiently.