Get Irs 656 2012

Completing the IRS 656 form can be a critical step towards resolving your tax liabilities. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you fill out the form correctly and efficiently, ensuring you submit a complete and accurate application.

Follow the steps to fill out the IRS 656 form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the IRS 656 form and open it for editing.
2. Fill in Section 1, providing your contact information, including your first name, middle initial, last name, and any applicable joint offers. Include your physical home address and mailing address, your social security number as well as your employer identification number if applicable.
3. In Section 2, identify the tax periods for which you are submitting the offer, including the relevant tax forms and years. If necessary, add additional information on a separate attachment, titled 'Attachment to Form 656 dated [insert date].'
4. Proceed to Section 3, where you will explain your reason for making the offer. Choose the applicable options, such as 'Doubt as to Collectibility' or 'Exceptional Circumstances,' and provide a detailed explanation of your circumstances.
5. If you qualify, check the Low Income Certification option in Section 4. You will need to confirm your family size and gross monthly household income to determine your eligibility.
6. In Section 5, indicate your payment terms. You can choose a lump sum or periodic payments. Fill out the required amounts and payment schedule accordingly based on your selected option.
7. Section 6 allows you to designate how you would like your payments to be applied to specific tax debts if you wish. Complete this section appropriately.
8. In Section 7, provide details about the source of funds for your offer and remember to make separate checks for the payment and application fee, addressing them to the 'United States Treasury.'
9. Review Section 8, which includes the offer terms and conditions. Make sure you understand each term before signing and submitting the form.
10. Sign and date the form in Section 9, ensuring you declare that all information is true and complete. If applicable, also include signatures for other parties involved.
11. Finally, if you have a paid preparer, they must complete Section 10. The third-party designee section in Section 11 allows you to authorize another person to discuss your offer with the IRS if desired.
12. Once all sections are completed, save your changes. You can download, print, or share the completed form as needed before submitting it.

Take the next step towards resolving your tax issues by filling out the IRS 656 form online today.