Can IRS take all of a Social Security check for back taxes owed?
He lives on a retirement Social Security check only. How much can IRS garnish his check (around $1100.00) per month pay) He is already paying $185 a month to IRS out of his check, now they claim they made a mistake on his 2004 taxes and want more payment per month. Just how much can they take out of this check? Sorry more details---He is a 66 yr old vetran with severe heart and lung conditions. SS retirement is his only means of living and I am his caretaker.
Public Comments
- who's he?
- IRS can take 15% of a social security check under the federal levy payment program and more under regular levy procedures. That happens very infrequently and only to people who have made themselves extra deserving of harsh treatment. The person you are caring probably ignored notices that IRS intended to levy on his Social Security. If it is creating a hardship--and it seems to be--he should contact IRS and explain his situation and ask that the account be reported currently not collectible and the levy released.
