IRS Fresh Start

IRS Fresh Start Program:
Tax Relief Options for Struggling Taxpayers

The IRS Fresh Start initiative makes it easier than ever to resolve tax debt — expanded OIC eligibility, streamlined installment agreements up to $50K, easier lien withdrawals, and penalty relief. Dream Financial Management helps taxpayers access Fresh Start benefits nationwide since 1994.

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Fresh Start Makes Tax Debt More Manageable

Whether you owe a little or a lot, the IRS Fresh Start initiative gives struggling taxpayers expanded options to settle their debt — if you qualify and act correctly.

$50K Streamlined

Owe up to $50,000 and qualify for a streamlined plan — up to 72 months.

Expanded OIC

Relaxed calculations let more people settle for less than they owe.

Lien Withdrawal

Liens can be withdrawn after 3 payments on a Direct Debit plan.

Penalty Relief

First-Time Abatement and expanded reasonable-cause criteria help remove penalties.

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Your Fresh Start Plan

How We Put Fresh Start to Work for You

You need more than just knowing the program exists — you need to qualify, file correctly, and choose the right option. We handle all of it.

1

Assess Your Eligibility

We review your debt, income, and assets against Fresh Start's expanded criteria.

2

Choose the Best Option

OIC, installment agreement, lien withdrawal, or penalty relief — we pick the strongest fit.

3

File It Correctly

We prepare the right forms accurately so your application isn't rejected on technicalities.

4

See It Through

We follow through with the IRS until your Fresh Start relief is secured.

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Fresh Start Program — What's Available

Expanded OIC Eligibility

Fresh Start expanded OIC access by relaxing the RCP calculation: reduced multipliers on future income, more flexible expense allowances, and easier qualification for taxpayers with moderate assets. More people qualify than before 2012.

Streamlined Installment Agreements

Taxpayers owing up to $50,000 can now get streamlined installment agreements — raised from $25,000. Up to 6 years (72 months) to pay. No financial statement required for most cases. Faster approval process.

Lien Withdrawal Options

Fresh Start makes it easier to withdraw — not just release — federal tax liens. With a Direct Debit Installment Agreement, liens can be withdrawn after three consecutive payments. This removes the lien from your credit report entirely.

Penalty Relief & First-Time Abatement

Fresh Start expanded access to penalty relief. First-Time Abatement waives penalties for one tax period if you had no penalties in the prior 3 years. The IRS also expanded reasonable cause criteria for penalty removal.

Fresh Start Is Real — But You Must Qualify

Not all IRS ads are scams — Fresh Start is an actual IRS program. But you must meet the criteria and file correctly. Dream Financial Management evaluates your Fresh Start eligibility in your free consultation. Since 1994.

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