A payment plan agreement, also known as an installment agreement, is a written legal document that allows one party to make smaller payments over time to payoff a larger debt.
What does the principal debt mean? An instalment sale agreement between you and a credit provider allows you to buy a vehicle or asset using the principal debt, which you repay by means of regular instalments over an agreed period, with fees and interest.
While the IRS typically doesn't allow taxpayers to have two separate installment agreements, adding a new tax debt to an existing installment plan is possible. However, taxpayers must act swiftly before the IRS assesses the new tax balance and potential default occurs, triggering enforcement actions.
To request an installment agreement, the taxpayer must complete Form 9465. Form 9465 can be included electronically with an e-filed return or paper-filed.
Weigh the Pros and Cons of an Installment Agreement The biggest advantage of an Installment Agreement is that the government cannot file a tax lien against you while you are making your payments, if one has not already been filed. However, there are some drawbacks, including the interest that continues to accrue.