An IRS tax lien or federal tax lien can negatively effect both your credit and your ability to buy, sell, or refinance property. If you owe back taxes, the IRS can issue an IRS tax lien against any real property that you own. If you owe back taxes and need IRS help with an IRS lien, contact Austin & Larson Tax Resolution. What is an IRS Tax Lien? An IRS tax lien is a legal claim by the federal government on your property when you owe an unpaid tax balance. A federal tax lien attaches to all your property, including real property (houses or land), personal property, and financial assets. Before the IRS will issue a federal tax lien against a taxpayer, they will first assess the tax balance and then send out a Notice and Demand for Payment. If the balance is not paid after the demand notice has been sent, the IRS may issue an IRS lien. The IRS files a Notice… Read More