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.
An installment contract is a single contract that is completed by a series of performances –such as payments, performances of a service, or delivery of goods–rather than being performed all at one time. Installment contracts can provide that installments are to be performed by either one or both parties .
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.
If you don't qualify for an IA through OPA, you may also request an IA by submitting Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request, with the IRS. When you request an IA using the form, generally, you'll receive a response from the IRS within 30 days notifying you of whether the IA request was approved or rejected.
If you are unable to revise an existing installment agreement online, call us at 800-829-1040 (individual) or 800-829-4933 (business).