The IRS is collecting
How do I stop or respond to an IRS levy, wage garnishment, or lien?
A levy or lien is preceded by notices that carry appeal rights. If you received a final notice of intent to levy (such as LT11 or CP90), you generally have 30 days to request a Collection Due Process hearing, which pauses collection. Releasing a levy usually requires resolving the balance or showing hardship.
The path from here
- 1. Find your final notice
Locate the notice of intent to levy (LT11, CP90, CP504) and its date — the clock runs from there.
Read more - 2. Preserve appeal rights
Request a Collection Due Process hearing within 30 days to pause collection.
Read more - 3. Resolve or show hardship
Set up a payment plan, prove hardship, or dispute the liability to get a release.
Read more - 4. Address any lien
Understand lien withdrawal, discharge, and subordination options.
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