If you’ve received a notice that the IRS has placed a lien on your property, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of options. Tax liens are serious, but they’re also solvable with the right strategy and representation. At Polaris Tax & Accounting, we help taxpayers in Plantation, FL and surrounding communities understand and remove IRS liens efficiently.

What Is an IRS Tax Lien?

A tax lien is the government’s legal claim against your property when you neglect or fail to pay a tax debt. It applies to all your assets, including real estate, personal property, and financial accounts.

If unpaid, it can severely damage your credit, affect your ability to sell or refinance property, and even block business funding. Unlike a levy (which seizes assets), a lien simply secures the IRS’s interest—but it’s still a major red flag.

How Does an IRS Lien Work in Florida?

Once the IRS sends you a Notice and Demand for Payment and you fail to respond, they file a Notice of Federal Tax Lien. This becomes public record and attaches to all property you own.

Key Points for Plantation Taxpayers:

  • The lien attaches automatically if taxes go unpaid.
  • It can appear on your credit report and reduce your score.
  • You must resolve it before refinancing, selling property, or getting business credit.

If you’ve received a CP504 notice, that’s one of the first warnings before a lien is filed. Learn how to respond: Respond to IRS Letters Tamarac FL

Options to Remove or Resolve a Tax Lien

You can’t just call the IRS and ask them to remove a lien—you need to take action. Here are your primary options:

1. Pay the Full Tax Debt

The most direct way to release a lien is to pay the full amount you owe. The IRS will release the lien within 30 days of payment.

2. Request a Lien Withdrawal

If you’ve entered into a payment plan and meet certain criteria, you may qualify for a lien withdrawal, which removes the public notice. We help evaluate if you’re eligible.

Learn more: IRS Installment Agreement Help Plantation FL

3. Apply for an Offer in Compromise

Can’t afford the full balance? You might qualify to settle for less through an Offer in Compromise (OIC). If accepted, the lien will be released once your offer is paid.

Learn more: Offer in Compromise Florida

4. Request a Discharge of Property

If you’re selling a specific property (like a home), we may request the IRS to discharge that asset from the lien. This doesn’t eliminate your debt but allows the sale to proceed.

5. File an Appeal

If you believe the lien was filed in error or disagree with the IRS’s decision, you have the right to file a Collection Due Process (CDP) appeal.

IRS Liens vs IRS Levies

A lien secures the government’s interest in your property. A levy, on the other hand, actually seizes it.

If you don’t resolve your lien or debt, it can escalate to a levy. Read our guide: IRS Levy Help Plantation FL

Why Work with Polaris?

At Polaris Tax & Accounting, we don’t just file paperwork. We:

  • Investigate the IRS records to confirm lien validity
  • Represent you in negotiation or appeal
  • Handle complex IRS correspondence and deadlines
  • Recommend and implement the best resolution path

We also offer penalty abatement when liens include added fees. IRS Penalty Abatement Help

Learn more about our approach to tax resolution and how we leverage secure technology with a personal touch: Modern Accounting Firm 2025

Don’t Let a Lien Freeze Your Life

IRS liens aren’t forever—but the longer they stay, the more damage they cause. Whether you need a withdrawal, discharge, or a full settlement strategy, Polaris is ready to help.

✅ We serve clients throughout Plantation and South Florida.
✅ We never outsource your case—you work with real tax professionals.
✅ We’ve helped dozens of local residents resolve IRS issues quickly and completely.

Schedule a confidential tax resolution consultation today:
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