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The Automated Collection System (ACS) is the collection method most often implemented by the IRS. Millions of Americans nationwide have experienced or are currently experiencing this system. Often the first notification most taxpayers have that they have developed tax debt, the ACS is a largely computerized system and sends almost all of the notices and letters regarding the individual's progress in the resolution of their tax debt.
Though the system relies heavily on computerization, it does entail a number of call centers, staffed with tax collectors who possess an in-depth knowledge base of collection practices. With call centers in cities, such as Seattle, Philadelphia and Buffalo, the automated collection system is spread across the US, and communicates with the vast majority of taxpayers who have a tax liability.
When an individual representing the IRS calls you, it is highly advised to respond honestly, completely, and candidly to his/her questions. They are focused on receiving full payment for tax debt, including the original unpaid tax, penalties assessed, and interest accrued. The ACS officials are given a number of tools to accomplish that goal and they are trained on how to fully implement those tools to resolve tax debt issues.
An ACS professional can garnish wages, place bank levies and tax liens. They are more likely to use any one of these methods to collect if they believe you are being dishonest, so the individual being assessed should not attempt to lie, circumvent questions or minimize the importance of the contact.
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This article is not written to be used for the purpose of avoiding penalties under the Internal Revenue Code.
