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IRS Tax Relief · Updated May 2026

IRS is Taking Advantage of Taxpayers during COVID-19

IRS is Taking Advantage of Taxpayers during COVID-19
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Tax Guide · Updated September 2021
IRS is Taking Advantage of Taxpayers during COVID-19

TL;DR: The IRS has been taking advantage of many taxpayers this year, during COVID-19. As the saying goes, “time is money,” and the IRS sure does know how to take advantage of that. Regardless of everyone’s differences, COVID-19 has affected us all for almost two years. This guide explains who qualifies, the rules that apply, and how to apply them to your situation.

The IRS has been taking advantage of many taxpayers this year, during COVID-19. As the saying goes, “time is money,” and the IRS sure does know how to take advantage of that. Regardless of everyone’s differences, COVID-19 has affected us all for almost two years.

The pandemic has left many families near income-less, leaving their tax debt unhandled. Tax debt is not going anywhere anytime soon if COVID-19 continues to take control of our lives.

 

Navigating Tax Challenges: IRS Actions Amid COVID-19

The COVID-19 Pandemic

That being said, the IRS collects more from those who are rendered unable to pay off their back taxes. When taxpayers fail to fulfill their tax liabilities, the IRS implements interest accumulation. This makes you owe more to the IRS than you were supposed to before.

As long as COVID-19 continues to take over the world, the IRS is able to take advantage of the taxpayers who are feeling the worst effects of the pandemic.

Tax Debt Relief

A relief program that is not too known to many is the IRS Fresh Start Program. The IRS Fresh Start Program is an effective way to take control of your tax situation.

This program offers a variety of solutions for taxpayers who are struggling with unpaid taxes, and ensures that you will not be penalized or face additional penalties if you qualify for the program. This relief program is not exclusive to only the victims of the pandemic. It’s available to anybody going through financial hardship with tax debt! So what are you waiting for? The time to begin this process is now!

See if you qualify for the Fresh Start Program today!

Resolve your tax debt before the IRS surprises you with late fees and penalties!

  1. Answer a few questions
  2. Qualify and be presented with a resolution – click here
  3. Enroll in Fresh Start

You can click here to be connected with a verified partner of IRS Fresh Start Initiative

Need Help With Back Taxes?

Contact a tax specialist today to explore how to reduce, resolve, or eliminate your back taxes with the IRS Fresh Start Program.

Call us directly at (888) 665-4416 or click the link below.

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