The Taxpayer Advocate Service is Your Voice at the IRS! Read about their service and how you can qualify for help in our article about the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS).
It is an independent organization within the IRS. They help taxpayers who are experiencing economic harm, such as not being able to provide necessities like housing, transportation, or food; taxpayers who are seeking help in resolving problems with the IRS; and those who believe an IRS system or procedure is not working as it should. Here are ten things every taxpayer should know about TAS:
The service is free and tailored to meet your needs. You may be eligible for our help if you have tried to resolve your tax problem through normal IRS channels and have gotten nowhere, or you believe an IRS procedure just isn’t working as it should. They help taxpayers whose problems are causing financial difficulty or significant cost, including the cost of professional representation. This includes businesses as well as individuals. If you qualify for help, they will help you get your problem resolved. You will be assigned to one advocate who will be with you at every turn.