What This Notice Means
You owe federal taxes. LT17 tells you how to pay, what to do if you're facing a financial hardship, and what your appeal rights are. It is a collection notice for an unpaid balance.
What to Do
Pay as much as you can. Interest stops once the balance is paid in full. Payment options include:
- Paying directly from your bank account
- Debit card, credit card, or digital wallet
- The Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS)
- A payment plan if you can't pay in full
An IRS online account lets you see your balance, make payments, and get alerts for new notices.
If You Already Paid or Have a Plan
Payments can take up to 21 days to post. If you paid in full within the last 21 days, disregard the notice. If you have an approved installment agreement, keep making the payments. If you applied for a plan and haven't been approved yet, pay as much as you can to cut down on penalties and interest.
If You Can't Pay
If you can't pay anything right now, the IRS can report your account as currently not collectible and temporarily delay collection until your finances improve. Penalties and interest keep running, and the debt doesn't go away. Call the IRS and be ready to discuss your income, expenses, and assets. The IRS may ask for proof.
Your Appeal Rights
You may be entitled to a hearing with the IRS Independent Office of Appeals. Publication 1660, Collection Appeal Rights, explains the options.
If You Don't Respond
The IRS may take enforcement action, including seizing your wages or assets and filing a federal tax lien, which can hurt your credit. Interest and penalties keep growing in the meantime. If the balance is causing an economic hardship, the Taxpayer Advocate Service may be able to help.
If you received an LT17 and need a plan for the balance, call us at (813) 229-7100.