4.20.1 Examination Collectibility Procedures 4.20.1.1 Program Scope and Objectives 4.20.1.1.1 Background 4.20.1.1.2 Authority 4.20.1.1.3 Responsibilities 4.20.1.1.4 Program Reports 4.20.1.1.5 Acronyms and Codes 4.20.1.1.6 Terms 4.20.1.1.7 Related Resources 4.20.1.1.8 Forms and Notices 4.20.1.1.9 Master File Action Codes 4.20.1.2 Pre-Contact and Fact Finding - Determining the Scope 4.20.1.2.1 Collectibility Considerations 4.20.1.2.2 Survey or Limit Scope during Pre-Contact 4.20.1.2.3 Fact Finding 4.20.1.2.4 Document Collectibility 4.20.1.3 Issue Resolution - Solicit Payment 4.20.1.3.1 Request Full Payment 4.20.1.3.2 Process Payment Received 4.20.1.3.3 Form 9440, Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information 4.20.1.3.4 Coordinate with Collection 4.20.1.3.5 Document Payment Discussion 4.20.1.4 Installment Agreements 4.20.1.4.1 Exam Criteria - Taxpayer Qualifications 4.20.1.4.2 Examiner Responsibilities 4.20.1.4.2.1 Pending Installment Agreement Indicator 4.20.1.4.3 Streamlined Installment Agreements 4.20.1.4.3.1 Payroll Deduction 4.20.1.4.3.2 Direct Debit 4.20.1.4.4 Guaranteed Installment Agreements 4.20.1.4.5 Complete Form 433-D, Installment Agreement 4.20.1.4.6 Appeal Rights - Installment Agreements 4.20.1.4.7 Non-Streamlined Installment Agreements 4.20.1.5 Procedures for Suspension of Collection Actions Part 4. Examining Process Chapter 20. Examination Collectibility Section 1. Examination Collectibility Procedures 4.20.1 Examination Collectibility Procedures Manual Transmittal June 23, 2020 Purpose (1) This transmits a revision of IRM 4.20.1, Examination Collectibility, Examination Collectibility Procedures. Material Changes (1) Material changes to this IRM section are listed in the table below: IRM Reference Description of Change IRM 4.20.1.1 (2) Added Exam CCP to Audience. IRM 4.20.1.1.1 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.2, 4.20.3, and IRM 4.20.4. IRM 4.20.1.1.5 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.2, IRM 4.20.3, and IRM 4.20.4. IRM 4.20.1.1.7 References to IRM 4.20.3 and IRM 4.20.4 removed since content moved to IRM 4.20.1. Resources added from obsolete IRM 4.20.2, 4.20.3, and 4.20.4. IRM 4.20.1.1.8 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.1.6. IRM 4.20.1.1.9 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.1.8. IRM 4.20.1.2 Subsection re-purposed from Examiner’s Responsibilities to Pre-Contact and Fact Finding. IRM 4.20.1.2.1 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.2.2. Title changed from Procedures for Suspension of Collection Actions to Collectibility Considerations. IRM 4.20.1.2.2 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.2.2(6) Note and IRM 4.20.2.2(11) Note, and IRM 4.20.2.3(1), (2), (3), (5).Title of content changed from Processing Procedures to Survey or Limit Scope during Pre-Contact to clarify actions corresponding with audit phases. IRM 4.20.1.2.3 Content added from former IRM 4.20.1.2(2) and content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.2.3(4). Title of content changed from Processing Procedures to Fact Finding to clarify actions to correspond with audit phases. IRM 4.20.1.2.4 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.1.2 Examiner Responsibilities, describing where collectibility should be documented. IRM 4.20.1.3 Content of this subsection taken from obsolete IRM 4.20.3 Soliciting Payment. Title changed from Procedures for Suspension of Collection Actions to Issue Resolution - Solicit Payment. IRM 4.20.1.3.1 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.3.2. Title of content changed from Tiered Interview Approach to Request Full Payment to clarify content. IRM 4.20.1.3.2 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.3.5; online payments content added. Content added from IRM 4.4.24.2 and IRM 1.4.40.4.2.6. Title changed from Processing Procedures to Process Payment Received. IRM 4.20.1.3.3 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.3.3. Title of content changed from Securing Collection Information-Form 9440 to Form 9440, Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information. IRM 4.20.1.3.4 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.3.4 and incorporated Interim Guidance SBSE 04-1018-0029 and SB/SE Field Collection/Field Examination MOU dated August 2018. Title changed from Coordination with Collection to Coordinate with Collection. IRM 4.20.1.3.5 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.3.2 (10) and (11) and placed in subsection titled Document Payment Discussion to improve search capability. IRM 4.20.1.4 Content of this subsection added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4, Installment Agreements. IRM 4.20.1.4.1 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.2(2), (3), (4), (5), and (6). Incorporated content from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.5(2) and (3), changed terminology to be consistent with Collection. Title changed from Examination’s Authority and Procedures to Exam Criteria-Taxpayer Qualifications to clarify taxpayer’s qualifications for all installment agreements. IRM 4.20.1.4.2 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.7(4) and (6). Added instructions for completing Form 5344 for online Installment Agreement (IA). Added note to remind examiners about 10 day time frame to close case, including actions to secure installment agreement. Content title changed to Examiner Responsibilities to clarify examiner actions. IRM 4.20.1.4.2.1 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.2(7), (8), (9), and (10), and moved to separate subsection titled Installment Agreement Indicator to improve search capability. IRM 4.20.1.4.3 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.3. IRM 4.20.1.4.3.1 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.3.1. IRM 4.20.1.4.3.2 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.3.2. IRM 4.20.1.4.4 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.4. IRM 4.20.1.4.5 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.5. Removed paragraphs (2) and (3) referencing Amended and Restructured. Added instructions for Debit Payments Self-Identifier pursuant to Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 (BBA). IRM 4.20.1.4.6 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.6. IRM 4.20.1.4.7 Content added from obsolete IRM 4.20.4.7. IRM 4.20.1.5 Content added from former IRM 4.20.1.3. (2) Minor editorial changes have been made throughout this IRM. Website addresses, legal references, and IRM references were reviewed and updated as necessary. Effect on Other Documents This material supersedes IRM 4.20.1, dated October 4, 2017. This IRM incorporates Interim Guidance Memorandum SBSE-04-018-0029, Increasing the Mandatory Referral Threshold and Establishing Procedures for Referrals to Collection, dated October 15, 2018, and Memorandum of Understanding Between SB/SE Field Collection and SB/SE Field Examination dated August 21, 2018. Content from IRM 4.20.2, Scope Consideration, IRM 4.20.3, Soliciting Payment, and IRM 4.20.4, Installment Agreements has been incorporated; these IRMs will be obsoleted simultaneously with this publication. Audience SB/SE Field and Specialty Examiners, excluding Estate and Gift Tax; and Exam CCP. Effective Date (06-23-2020) Maha H. Williams Director, Examination - Field and Campus Policy SE:S:DCE:E:HQ:EFCP Small Business/Self Employed 4.20.1.1 (06-23-2020) Program Scope and Objectives Purpose. This IRM section outlines examiners’ responsibilities regarding collectibility in their examinations. Audience. These procedures apply to all SB/SE Field and Specialty examiners, excluding Estate and Gift Tax; and Exam CCP. Policy Owner. The Director, Examination Field and Campus Policy, which is under the Director, Headquarters Examination. IRM Owner. Field Examination Special Processes (FESP), which is under the Director, Examination Field and Campus Policy. Primary Stakeholders. SB/SE Collection Division is the primary stakeholder of the Examination Collectibility Program. Contact Information. To recommend changes or make any other suggestions related to this IRM section, see IRM 1.11.6.6, Providing Feedback About an IRM Section - Outside of Clearance. 4.20.1.1.1 (06-23-2020) Background This IRM provides guidelines and procedures for the collectibility program for SB/SE examiners. Examiners must strive for quality assessments and promote an increased emphasis on early collections in the continuing effort to reduce the Collection function's inventory and currently not collectible (CNC) accounts. Examiners are required to consider the collectibility of a potential tax assessment and solicit payment, including installment agreements for all unpaid balances. The keystone of our compliance activities is to promote voluntary compliance, and examinations contribute to that by having an impact on taxpayer behavior and providing a deterrent to other potentially noncompliant taxpayers. 4.20.1.1.2 (10-04-2017) Authority By law, the IRS has the authority to collect tax under Title 26, Internal Revenue Code, Subtitle F Procedures and Administration, which includes, but is not limited to, the following IRC sections: IRC 6155, Payment on notice and demand. IRC 6301, Collection authority. IRC 7801, Authority of Department of the Treasury. 4.20.1.1.3 (10-04-2017) Responsibilities The Director, Headquarters Examination, is the executive responsible for providing policy and guidance for Field employees and ensuring consistent application of policy, procedures, and tax law to effect tax administration while protecting taxpayers’ rights. See IRM 1.1.16.3.5, Headquarters Examination, for additional information. The Director, Examination - Field and Campus Policy, reports to the Director, Headquarters Examination, and is responsible for the delivery of policy and guidance that impacts the Field examination process. See IRM 1.1.16.3.5.1, Field and Campus Policy, for additional information. Field Examination Special Processes (FESP), which is under the Director, Examination - Field and Campus Policy, is the group responsible for providing oversight and policy and procedural guidance on specialized examination processes to SB/SE Field examiners and group managers. See IRM 1.1.16.3.5.1.2, Examination - Field and Special Processes. 4.20.1.1.4 (10-04-2017) Program Reports Periodic program reviews are conducted by FESP to: Assess the effectiveness of specific programs within Examination or across the organization, Determine if procedures are being followed, Validate policies and procedures, and Identify and share best/proven practices. 4.20.1.1.5 (06-23-2020) Acronyms and Codes The following table lists commonly used acronyms and command codes with their definitions as used throughout this IRM: Acronym/Code Definition AC Action Code AT Abusive Transaction BBA Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 BMF Business Master File CC Closing Code CCP Centralized Case Processing CIS Collection Information Statement CNC Currently Not Collectible CSCO Compliance Services Collection Operations CSED Collection Statute Expiration Date DATC Doubt as to Collectibility DATL Doubt as to Liability DDIA Direct Debit Installment Agreement EFTPS Electronic Federal Tax Payments System EIN Employer Identification Number ETA Effective Tax Administration ETLS Employment Tax Lead Sheet FinCEN Financial Crimes Enforcement Network FTD Federal Tax Deposit GCP General Case Processing IA Installment Agreement ID Identification IDRS Integrated Data Retrieval System IRPTR Information Returns Processing Transcript Requests (IRPTR) allows IDRS users to request either online or hardcopy Information Returns Processing (IRP) transcripts from the Information Returns Master File (IRMF) LUQ Large, Unusual, Questionable NFTL Notice of Federal Tax Lien NOL Net Operating Loss NRP National Research Program OIC Offer-in-Compromise OPA Online Payment Agreement RA Revenue Agent RO Revenue Officer SSN Social Security Number TC Transaction Code TCO Tax Compliance Officer TEFRA Tax Equity & Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 TFRP Trust Fund Recovery Penalty TXMOD TIF Tax Module Display (Requests a display of tax information for a specific Individual Master File (IMF) module) 4.20.1.1.6 (10-04-2017) Terms The following table lists commonly used terms and associated definitions as referenced throughout this IRM: Term Definition Currently not Collectible When analysis of the CIS indicates the taxpayer is currently unable to pay, Collection personnel completes Form 53, Report of Currently Not Collectible Taxes. Full Pay Payment of the full amount of the exam deficiency including tax, penalties, interest; including outstanding deficiencies in other periods. Installment Agreement (IA) An IA allows the payment of the debt in smaller, more manageable amounts. IAs generally require equal monthly payment that will result in full payment of the tax within the collection period. Levy A levy is a legal seizure of the taxpayer’s property to satisfy a tax debt. Levies are different from liens. Lien A lien is a legal claim to the property of the taxpayer as security for a tax debt. The federal tax lien arises when the liability is assessed, notice and demand for payment have been given, and the taxpayer neglects or refuses to pay the debt. Notice should be given as soon as possible after assessment (but within 60 days). If the taxpayer neglects or refuses to pay the assessed tax, the lien is deemed to relate back to the assessment date. After that time, the IRS may file a notice of federal tax lien in the public records. The purpose of filing the notice of federal tax lien is to establish the government’s right of priority against certain third party creditors. It puts the public on notice that a federal tax lien will continue until the liability is satisfied, becomes unenforceable by lapse of time (collection statute expires), or a bond is accepted in the amount of liability. Offer-in-Compromise (OIC) OIC may be requested by taxpayer on the following basis: DATL, DATC, or ETA An OIC is a taxpayer’s proposal to the government for settlement of a liability for an amount less than previously determined and assessed. Generally, DATC and ETA offers in compromise are considered by the Collection function and DATL offers are considered by the Examination function. See IRM 5.8.11, Offer-in-Compromise, Effective Tax Administration. See 26 CFR 301.7122-1(b), Grounds for Compromise, for a detailed description of each type of offer. 4.20.1.1.7 (06-23-2020) Related Resources The following table contains related IRMs which cover additional collectibility procedures that are referenced throughout this IRM. IRM Title IRM 1.2.1.6.18 Servicewide Policies and Authorities-Policy Statement 5-133 IRM 1.4.40.4.2.6 SB/SE Field and Office Examination Group Manager, Shipment of Returns IRM 2.4.28 IDRS Terminal Input - Command Codes STAUP, STATI, and STATB IRM 3.8.44.6.2 Campus Deposit Activity - Remittance Not Payable to United States Treasury IRM 4.10.2.7.1.3 Pre-Contact Responsibilities-Limiting the Scope IRM 4.10.9.9.3 Workpaper System and Case File Assembly-Forms and Other Documents Inside the Case Folder IRM 4.18.7.1 Exam Offer-in-Compromise, Special Case Processing - Offer-in-Compromise (OIC) Filed During the Audit IRM 4.24.6.5.3 Workpaper and Lead Sheet Expectations, A105 Administrative Check Sheet IRM 4.27.1 Bankruptcy-Bankruptcy Petitions IRM 5.14.1.3 Identifying Pending, Approved and Rejected Installment Agreement Proposals on IDRS IRM 5.14.5.3 Guaranteed Installment Agreements IRM 3.8.47 Manual Deposit Process for Field Office Payment Processing IRM Exhibit 10.8.34-8 Restricted Command Codes for the Role: Revenue Agents, Tax Compliance Officers, and Estate Tax Attorneys (RSTRK Definer A) 4.20.1.1.8 (06-23-2020) Forms and Notices The following forms and notices are commonly used in the collectibility process and are referenced throughout this IRM. Form Title Form 433-D Installment Agreement Form 3177 Notice of Action for Entry on Master File Form 3198 Special Handling Notice for Examination Case Processing Form 3210 Document Transmittal Form 3244-A Payment Posting Voucher - Examination Form 5344 Examination Closing Record Form 9439 Collectibility Evaluation Form Form 9440 Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information Form 9465 Installment Agreement Request Form 9984 Examining Officer's Activity Record CP 521 Installment Agreement Reminder 4.20.1.1.9 (06-23-2020) Master File Action Codes The following table lists the Master File codes that identify installment agreement actions and their respective definitions. TC/AC Definition 971/043 Pending IA 972/043 Pending IA reversed 971/063 IA in effect 971/163 Terminated IA (reverses both TC 971 AC 043 and TC 971 AC 063, both must be present for reversal to occur) 971/082 IA Origination User Fee 971/083 IA Reinstatement User Fee 4.20.1.2 (06-23-2020) Pre-Contact and Fact Finding - Determining the Scope This subsection describes collectibility considerations and processing procedures in the pre-contact and fact finding phases of the examination. 4.20.1.2.1 (06-23-2020) Collectibility Considerations The examiner must determine the taxpayer’s total outstanding liabilities, and filing and payment compliance. This affects not only the scope as described below, but also affects the taxpayer’s payment options at the completion of the examination. A decision to limit the scope of the examination should be made only after all facts and circumstances have been considered. Examiners must apply the considerations described in paragraphs (2) through (11) below in all examinations where applicable. Note: The taxpayer must be in full compliance to qualify for an installment agreement to pay the exam deficiency if the taxpayer is unable to pay in full at the completion of the examination. Examiners will review AMDISA to determine if the collectibility indicators are present. The code is located in the lower left section of an AMDISA. Code Indicator Definition B BANKRUPTCY Currently in bankruptcy or bankruptcy discharge in prior period C CCOLLSTCD26 Open Collection status (assigned to RO, Automated Collection, or in Collection queue) N CURNOTCOLL Prior period closed as Currently Not Collectible Examiners may use Form 9439, Collectibility Evaluation Form, as a job aid in evaluating collectibility if any of the following situations are applicable in the examination: Defunct corporation-A corporation where no assets exist to satisfy any part of the liability and there is no possibility of transferee liability. See IRM 4.11.52.2, Types of Transferee Liability. Note: This also applies to other business entities, such as LLCs. Some LLC liabilities can be collected through the Trust Fund Recovery Penalty (TFRP). IRM 5.1.21, Collecting from Limited Liability Companies, is used by Collection to address LLC entities and includes a section on TFRP as it applies to LLC entities. If an examiner notes high wealth accumulation by a shareholder/member, and a history of opened and closed entities, this could indicate the individual is using entities as a way to avoid tax liabilities. Deceased taxpayer-A deceased taxpayer where no estate exists to satisfy any part of the liability and there is no possibility of transferee liability. Departed taxpayer-A foreign national who has left the U.S. (with no expectation of return) and there are no identifiable assets in the U.S. to satisfy any part of the tax liability and/or collection cannot be pursued due to the terms of or lack of a tax treaty. Detained taxpayer-A taxpayer whose minimum period of incarceration is equal to or exceeds the normal collection period (generally 10 years from the assessment) and no identifiable assets exist to satisfy any part of the tax liability. Debilitating condition-A taxpayer who has minimal assets and earning potential due to advanced age, illness, or debilitating condition which permanently diminishes income producing potential. Other-A situation not described above in which good business sense dictates that the scope be limited. Please note that an outstanding tax balance is not in and of itself a reason to limit the scope. Examiners should evaluate (using Pre-Contact Minimum Income Probes as outlined in IRM 4.10.2.3.2, Examination of Income) the taxpayer’s current and future financial potential. Considerations include the following: What is the current financial position of the taxpayer? (The position represented on the tax return under examination is the past financial position). What are the taxpayer’s current earnings? What assets does the taxpayer currently own? What is the taxpayer’s future earning potential? Examiners will consider the CSED when evaluating future earning potential or future financial position. In general, Collection will have ten years from the date of the assessment to collect a liability. The CSED is the last date the IRS has to collect an outstanding balance due on an account, unless the CSED is extended by case action, event, or waiver secured in connection with certain installment agreements. Example: Taxpayer is in their early 40s and just started a new business that seems to be very successful based on current assets and your internet research. However, the IMFOLI shows very large outstanding balances from a failed business venture from nine years ago. Although the IRS has one year remaining to collect the balances, it should not be a factor in your decision regarding scope. The effect on compliance should always be a part of the decision to limit the scope. The scope should not be limited if it would have an adverse impact on voluntary compliance. Equitable treatment of all taxpayers must be a factor in compliance considerations. The scope should not be limited if indications of fraud are present or the taxpayer is manipulating assets to portray a lack of resources. The FinCEN database may be queried for transactions concerning the taxpayer. This may reveal a different financial condition than otherwise disclosed by the taxpayer. Additional information on accessing FinCEN can be found in IRM 4.26.4.5.4, Gatekeeper or Super User Procedures. Contact your Technical Services Exam Bankruptcy Coordinator if the taxpayer has filed for bankruptcy. Coordinators are listed by state via the following link:https://portal.ds.irsnet.gov/sites/vl051/Lists/CollectibilityConsiderationandRelatedTopics/DispItemForm.aspx?ID=2. See IRM 4.27.1, Bankruptcy Petitions. Note: A bankruptcy filing is not determinative in the decision to limit the scope of an examination. Relevant factors to consider are the bankruptcy chapter, whether there are assets and if there is potential for collection after the bankruptcy is over. Examiners should apply IRM 1.2.1.6.18, Policy Statement 5-133 Delinquent returns - enforcement of filing requirements (six - year enforcement period) for non-filed returns. On a case-by-case basis, examiners may limit the number of delinquent returns to secure based on collectibility. Collectibility considerations do not apply to the following: NRP returns, TEFRA partnerships. However, collectibility is considered where partnership items have been converted to non-partnership items for TEFRA investors, and for BBA partnerships, and Abusive Transaction (AT) investigations. If the taxpayer under examination was identified as a client of an individual or entity authorized for an AT penalty investigation, contact the local Collection AT Coordinator. For more information on cross-functional coordination with Collection see IRM 4.32.3.4, Abusive Transactions-Coordination and Roles of Cross-Functional Units, Collection. Use professional judgment when considering the facts and circumstances to determine the scope and depth of examinations. The following examples provide guidance on applying the considerations and the resulting effect on the examination: Example: Examiner is assigned a Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, with a CNC indicator. The taxpayer owns a Schedule C construction business. During the pre-contact, the examiner finds many LUQ expenses which appear to be personal. Based on professional judgment and the effect on voluntary compliance, the examiner makes the determination to continue the exam and documents this decision on the appropriate lead sheet as stated in (1) above. Example: If the taxpayer is deceased but the estate has assets and the return contains LUQ items, examination will not be limited simply because the taxpayer is deceased. However if there are no assets and/or low audit potential, the case should be surveyed. Example: Examiner is assigned a Form 1040 with an OIC indicator. An OIC indicator is generated from a TC 780 (accepted OIC) on the module. If a TC 780 exists, the examiner should not proceed with the examination because no additional assessments or abatements may be made to the module unless the taxpayer supplied false information or concealed assets, or both the taxpayer and the government misunderstood a material fact. 4.20.1.2.2 (06-23-2020) Survey or Limit Scope during Pre-Contact Examiners should apply the collectibility considerations as listed in IRM 4.20.1.2.1 when identified. A discussion must be held with the group manager when collectibility indicators are present. During this discussion, a decision is made to survey, limit the scope, or continue the examination. The discussion with the group manager must be documented on the appropriate lead sheet as outlined in IRM 4.20.1.4.2. The return may be surveyed based on assessment of collectibility outlined in IRM 4.20.1.2.1. Complete Form 1900, Income Tax Survey, documenting the collectibility reasons for the survey. Retain the form in both the physical and RGS/IMS electronic case files after approval by the group manager. Note: Use Survey Reason Code (SRC) F for collectibility on the closing form (Form 5546, Examination Return Charge Out, or Form 5351, Examination Non-Examination Closings) and Form 3198, Special Handling Notice for Examination Case Processing. The decision to limit the scope can be made during the pre-contact based on facts and circumstances, Examiners will document reasons for limitation and planned scope in the appropriate lead sheet as stated in IRM 4.20.1.2.2. For example, the examiner should list which LUQ items will be examined and the basis for their decisions. See IRM 4.10.2.7.1.3, Limiting the Scope. 4.20.1.2.3 (06-23-2020) Fact Finding Examiners should inform the taxpayer(s) and/or representative at the initial examination appointment that payment options will be discussed and payment solicited during the closing conference or at the conclusion of the scheduled office examination appointment if any deficiency is recommended. Secure delinquent returns if applicable during the examination so the taxpayer is fully compliant to qualify for an installment agreement as stated in IRM 4.20.1.4.1. It may be necessary to limit the scope during the examination if the taxpayer’s financial condition changes after the pre-contact. If the situation occurs, the examiner will prepare a report at the earliest possible opportunity. The following adjustments should be included in the examination report: Adjustments in the taxpayer’s favor. Automatic disallowances. Statutory adjustments. Other issues fully developed when the decision is made to limit the scope. Example: During the IRP reconciliation, unreported income is identified. The taxpayer does not contest the unreported income item. Include this adjustment on your report. 4.20.1.2.4 (06-23-2020) Document Collectibility Field examiners must document all steps taken in the determination of collectibility on the appropriate lead sheet (or supporting workpaper referenced to the lead sheet, Form 9984, Examining Officer’s Activity Record, or RGS Case History) for all cases: Examiner Pre-Contact Issue Resolution -Solicit Payment Employment Tax Examiners Employment Tax Lead Sheet (ETLS) 105, Administrative Lead Sheet-Employment Tax ETLS 940, Closing Conference Agenda Excise Tax Examiners A105, Administrative Check Sheet A105, Administrative Check Sheet Field RA Lead Sheet 100-2, Pre-Contact Lead Sheet 100-2, Issue Resolution Field TCO Lead Sheet 100-2, Pre-Contact Lead Sheet 100-2, Issue Resolution 4.20.1.3 (06-23-2020) Issue Resolution - Solicit Payment This subsection describes examiner procedures to solicit and process payments, complete Form 9440, Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information, coordinate with Collection, if necessary, and document actions taken. 4.20.1.3.1 (06-23-2020) Request Full Payment Examiners should refer the taxpayer to https://www.irs.gov/payments and encourage taxpayers to pay online. Provide the taxpayer with Pub 5034, Need to Make a Payment? Flyer. The primary objective is to obtain FULL payment of the deficiency when the examination is complete. Solicit full payment for the exam deficiency and any outstanding balances due from all tax years during the closing conference or at the conclusion of scheduled office examination appointments. TXMOD and IMFOLI (or BMFOLI) can be used to determine outstanding balances. For unagreed cases, examiners should solicit payment and explain benefits of posting an IRC 6603 deposit which stops the accumulation of interest. See Rev. Proc. 2005-18 for background. For a detailed explanation of the enactment of IRC 6603, see IRM 20.2.4.8.2, IRC 6603 Deposits. When a remittance is received on an unagreed case, the examiner must determine whether it’s a payment of tax or an IRC 6603 deposit. See IRM 4.4.24.6, IRC Section 6603 Deposits (Formerly known as Cash Bond), and IRM 4.4.24.6.1, Is The Remittance a Payment of Tax or an IRC Section 6603 Deposit? IRC 6603 deposits can be made using the EFTPS (electronic payment) system; or a check or money order accompanied by a written statement designating the payment as an IRC 6603 deposit. Form 3244-A, Payment Posting Voucher-Examination, contains a check box to designate a payment as an IRC 6603 deposit. Use Designated Payment Code (DPC) 12, which will auto populate on the appropriate line if Form 3244-A is downloaded from the publishing website. Apply as a TC 640 and enter the amount of the payment. Submit the payment and Form 3244-A using Form 3210, Document Transmittal, to the appropriate Submission Processing Center for your state. See IRM 4.20.1.3.2 (3). Taxpayers should be informed of the following benefits of making a current payment: Decrease future interest which is compounded daily. Decrease failure to pay penalty and related interest, which accrues if the deficiency is not paid within 21 days of first notice (10 business days for $100,000 and over). The tiered interview should be used to determine the taxpayer’s ability to pay and include the following dialogue: The total amount owed which includes tax, estimated interest, and penalties is $ amount. Are you going to pay online at https://www.irs.gov/payments or by check or money order? You can download the app "IRS2Go" and pay using your mobile device. If you are not able to pay in full today, what is the maximum amount you can pay? Can you make full payment upon receipt of the first notice? https://www.irs.gov/payments offers a short term payment plan for 120 days. Examiners must discuss the taxpayer’s options for full payment before discussing other alternatives. Examiners may use Pub 594, The IRS Collection Process to explain payment options with taxpayers. See IRM 4.18.7.1, Offer-in-compromise (OIC) Filed During the Audit, if the taxpayer requests an OIC DATC during the audit. Options for full payment can include: Checking and savings accounts. Home equity loans, business loans, loans from relatives. Loan or withdrawal from retirement accounts (penalties may apply). Cash advances from credit cards. Liquidation of assets (sell stock, boat, etc). Gifts from relatives. Examiners must solicit installment agreements if taxpayers qualify and cannot pay in full. See IRM 4.20.1.4. 4.20.1.3.2 (06-23-2020) Process Payment Received For online payments, verify payment posting of TC 670 on TXMODA (pending), or IMFOLT/BMFOLT; and complete Form 5344, Examination Closing Record, Line 411 as follows: F for full payment P for partial payment Checks or money orders should be payable to United States Treasury with the taxpayer’s SSN or EIN and tax year in the memo. For checks with incorrect payee, see IRM 3.8.44.6.2, Remittance Not Payable to United States Treasury. Complete Form 3244-A, Payment Posting Voucher - Examination, for checks or money orders received as follows: Complete taxpayer’s SSN/EIN, form/ tax period, name, address, etc. Use TC 640 for advance payment on deficiency. Use one Form 3244-A for each tax year. Detail taxpayer’s payment information in Remarks section. Transaction Received Date is the date the payment was received from the taxpayer. Complete Form 3210, Document Transmittal including amount of payment. You must include a valid e-Fax number for the Campus to return the acknowledgement copy as stated in IRM 3.8.47.5.1.2(3), Submission Processing, Acknowledging a Field Office Remittance. Send payment, Form 3244-A, and Form 3210, using overnight mail to payment processing within 24 hours of receipt of payment to the address shown at: Examination Payment Processing at: http://win.web.irs.gov/SP/Programs_Information/Standard_Proce_Webpages/Exam.htm. Note: Double wrapping is required as with all IRS mailings. For payments, the outside envelope should not include references to “teller unit” or other information identifying that a payment is enclosed. Use the address exactly as shown on website. Note: Payments less than $100,000; and $100,000 and above go to different mail stops also found at: http://win.web.irs.gov/SP/Programs_Information/Standard_Proce_Webpages/Exam.htm See IRM 4.4.24.8, Payments of $100,000 or More, for employee and manager responsibilities for payments over $100,000. Send email to: &CTR ODN Ogden Tellers with Large Remittance in subject line. Include the package tracker number but do not include Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or Sensitive but Unclassified (SBU) information in the email. If critical errors are made, the examiner’s manager will be informed as stated in IRM 3.8.47.7.1, Critical Errors. The manager will access Form 5919, Teller’s Error Advice through e-Trak 809 Database System and contact the examiner for necessary corrective actions and respond in e-Trak. Form 3210 should be acknowledged within 10 business days. See IRM 1.4.40.4.2.6, Shipment of Returns. If the acknowledgment copy of Form 3210 is not received within 10 business days, the sender will immediately contact the Campus processing site. 4.20.1.3.3 (06-23-2020) Form 9440, Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information In all unpaid cases (agreed and unagreed), financial data about the taxpayer gathered during the examination should be recorded on Form 9440, Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information, to assist in future collection efforts. If the examiner is aware of more current financial information this may be included but should not be solicited from the taxpayer. Form 9440 is not required on fully paid cases. A case is fully paid if the tax, penalties, and interest are all paid in full, including outstanding deficiencies in other periods. Form 9440 is not required if an installment agreement is secured which will pay in full the deficiency and any other account balances within the term of the agreement. Form 9440 should not contain taxpayer identification numbers for employers or financial institution account numbers. It should only include the full names and complete addresses of the sources. Do not include information already available through IDRS or other internal sources. For example, if a taxpayer has wages on the IRPTR from prior years, this employer would not be listed on Form 9440. Note: If no additional levy sources are identified, the Form 9440 is not required. However, examiners must document the case file following guidance in IRM 4.20.1.2.4. For IMF taxpayers, employers and financial institutions will be the primary levy sources. For BMF taxpayers, levy sources include financial institutions and accounts receivable if applicable. Check the Form 9440 box on Form 3198, Document Transmittal, to notify Exam CCP to pull the form and input. Form 9440 is placed in the case file on top of all other documents enclosed within the case file. See IRM 4.10.9.9.3, Forms and Other Documents Inside the Case Folder. Upon receipt of a closed case, Exam CCP will enter the information contained on the Form 9440 into IDRS using the LEVY command code. 4.20.1.3.4 (06-23-2020) Coordinate with Collection ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ The examiner will initiate the referral to Collection when they believe the final amount due will be agreed and the total unpaid liability will be more than the threshold amount. Field Collection will notify the examiner within 10 calendar days whether the referral is accepted or rejected. The examiner may close the case once the referral is sent. The activity record should include documentation of the referral date and response, if known at the time of closure. If the taxpayer requests an installment agreement which is beyond Examination’s criteria, see IRM 4.20.1.4.7. Any informal consultations can be coordinated by the Examination manager and the Collection manager using the buddy system as described in Memorandum of Understanding Between SB/SE Field Collection and SB/SE Field Examination effective September 1, 2018, found at: https://portal.ds.irsnet.gov/sites/vl051/RelatedResources/MOU%20-%20Collectibility%20(final).pdf 4.20.1.3.5 (06-23-2020) Document Payment Discussion For agreed closures, the following should be documented on the appropriate lead sheet as stated in IRM 4.20.1.2.4: Any payment submitted, Installment agreement discussion, including why one was not obtained, Mandatory referral made in accordance with IRM 4.20.1.3.4, and response from Collection, if known at time of closure, If unpaid, taxpayer was advised to respond to the first notice, The taxpayer was provided with Pub 3498, The Examination Process, Whether or not Form 9440, Taxpayer Levy Source and Contact Information was completed. For unagreed closures, the following actions should be taken and documented on the appropriate lead sheet as stated in IRM 4.20.1.2.4: The examiner should advise the taxpayer of IRC 6603 deposit procedures and complete Form 9440. The taxpayer should also be reminded that IRC 6603 deposit does not prevent them from exercising their appeal rights. If the taxpayer disagrees with some, but not all issues, the examiner should encourage the taxpayer to enter into a partial agreement and follow the steps outlined above for securing payment on the partial agreement. 4.20.1.4 (06-23-2020) Installment Agreements This subsection describes taxpayer’s qualifications for an exam installment agreement, examiner’s responsibilities, and the procedures for securing installment agreements. 4.20.1.4.1 (06-23-2020) Exam Criteria - Taxpayer Qualifications To qualify for an installment agreement, taxpayers must be current in filing of all required tax returns, including employment and excise tax. All required period deposits (FTDs and/or estimated payments) must be current. Inform the taxpayer they must remain tax compliant for the entire term of the installment agreement, or it will default. Use the following IDRS command codes to determine if the taxpayer is compliant, including cross-referenced taxpayer identification numbers displayed on Master File: Command Code Description BMFOLI Provides a quick look at a business taxpayer’s compliance history for identifying any filed or unfiled returns and outstanding balances (assessed and unassessed). BMFOLT Displays various module amounts and dates along with listing of posted transaction for specified tax module of business taxpayer. ENMOD Displays name, address, and other entity information. IMFOLI Provides a quick look at an individual taxpayer’s compliance history for identifying any filed or unfiled returns and outstanding balances (assessed and unassessed). IMFOLT Displays various module amounts and dates along with a listing of posted transactions for the specified tax module. INOLES Displays specific data including cross referenced accounts. PMFOL Displays Payer Master File information, such as filing of Forms 1099-Misc and W-2. SUMRY Provides a summary of assessed balances of an account on IDRS. Use these amounts for Total Amount Owed on IA. Note: Filing requirements may include: Employment tax returns, Information returns, Highway use tax returns. Note: Field examiners are not able to set up installment agreements for Employment Tax exams. See IRM 4.20.1.3.4. Installment agreements must include the taxpayer’s total amount owed, including civil penalties (MFT 13, 35, 55). Exam deficiencies can be added to an existing installment agreement (write Revised Agreement in red on top of Form 433-D, Installment Agreement) if the total amount remains within Exam’s criteria as shown below. If the taxpayer is still in business with employees, unpaid employment tax or other BMF liabilities cannot be combined in an exam installment agreement. Installment agreements secured by Examination are pre-assessment agreements and limited to: Individuals, including sole proprietorships, without delinquent employment taxes up to $50,000, Out-of-business BMF entities up to $25,000, Corporations and other BMF entities up to $25,000. Examiners are authorized to set up two types of installment agreements. The dollar criteria stated below applies to unpaid balances for all tax years. Authorized installment agreements are: Guaranteed Installment Agreements - For individual taxpayers with income tax deficiencies of $10,000 or less (excluding penalties and interest) that can be paid within 36 months. See IRM 5.14.5.3, Guaranteed Installment Agreements, for guidance. Streamlined Installment Agreements - For taxpayers with tax deficiencies of $50,000 or less (including tax, penalties, and interest) that can be paid within 72 months. See IRM 4.20.1.4.3, for guidance. The taxpayer must be able to pay the minimum acceptable payment as stated in IRM 4.20.1.4.3, for streamlined installment agreement and IRM 4.20.1.4.4, for guaranteed installment agreement. However, the examiner should encourage the taxpayer to offer the maximum amount they can pay at the examination closing and each month thereafter. A payment received to reduce the balance to within installment agreement criteria is processed as an advance payment of deficiency. IRM 4.20.1.3.2. 4.20.1.4.2 (06-23-2020) Examiner Responsibilities Encourage the taxpayer to utilize the online payment agreement (OPA). See IRM 21.2.1.57, Online Payment Agreement (OPA) for IMF Debts and IRM 21.2.1.57.1, Online Payment Agreements for Certain BMF Debts. Online agreements offer reduced user fees. Examiners should refer taxpayer to: https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-payment-agreement-application and provide Pub 5123, Online Payment Agreement. When the taxpayer completes the online payment application, the examiner should confirm input of the OPA by requesting confirmation from the taxpayer or verify using another method. Complete Line 412 on Form 5344, Examination Closing Record, with “I” for installment agreement secured. Note: IRS.gov has a pop-up chat box feature which allows taxpayers to obtain assistance from IRS employees while completing the application. The examiner must complete the following when a "How to Pay Your Taxes" flyer generated by RGS is received from the taxpayer: Determine if the taxpayer’s offered amount meets Exam’s criteria for securing an installment agreement. If the taxpayer owes $25,000 or less, the examiner should transfer the completed information from the flyer to the applicable lines on Form 433-D, Installment Agreement. Refer to IRM 4.20.1.4.5 (5) for processing instructions. Attach the "How to Pay your Taxes" ” flyer to Form 433-D. Note: Form 433-D does not require the taxpayer’s signature unless the taxpayer owes over $25,000 where a Direct Debit Installment Agreement (DDIA) is required to avoid Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL) determination. See IRM 4.20.1.4.3.2. Follow instructions for Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request, in IRM 4.20.1.4.7 if the taxpayer does not qualify for an installment agreement under Exam’s criteria. Note: Examiners should adhere to the 10-day time frame for closing agreed cases outlined in IRM 4.10.8.2.4.3, Examining Process, Time Frames for Closing Cases from the Group. A completed Form 9465 secured from a taxpayer can be processed by Collection as an installment agreement if all information is correct and the taxpayer’s offered amount meets Exam’s criteria. 4.20.1.4.2.1 (06-23-2020) Pending Installment Agreement Indicator A Pending Installment Agreement (IA) Indicator prevents levy actions while the IA is being processed and are sometimes used by taxpayers to delay Collection actions. Determine if the taxpayer qualifies for an IA before requesting input of a Pending IA indicator. The taxpayer must: Propose a monthly or other periodic payment of a specific amount, and Be in compliance with filing requirements (see IRM 5.14.1.4.2, Compliance and Installment Agreements). If the taxpayer meets the requirements the examiner will request input of Pending IA indicator by completing Form 3177, Notice of Action for Entry on Master File. Caution: If the taxpayer agrees to complete an online payment agreement (OPA), do not complete or forward Form 3177 for a Pending IA indicator. The examiner will submit Form 3177 to Collection CCP in Philadelphia by secure email at *CTR PHI CS GCP, or fax to (855) 389-1533, attention: GCP. Examiners should complete the following boxes on Form 3177: Initiator’s name, telephone number, and employee ID. Date. Taxpayer’s name. Taxpayer’s SSN or EIN. Check the box Other and specify TC 971/AC 043 (include the MFT and all tax periods that apply). If a TC 971/043 was input and the taxpayer no longer wants an installment agreement, request input of TC 972/AC 043 to reverse pending installment agreement indicator. Examiners should also request input of TC 972/AC 043 if a Pending IA indicator was input and the taxpayer later agrees to complete an OPA. 4.20.1.4.3 (06-23-2020) Streamlined Installment Agreements Streamlined installment agreements are termed "streamlined" because they do not require a financial statement (Form 433-B, Collection Information Statement for Businesses, or Form 433-F, Collection/Information Statement). Therefore, for simplicity the term installment agreement used in this section will imply streamlined installment agreement. Installment agreements may be secured where the total unpaid balance (including interest and penalties) of assessments (all years) does not exceed $50,000 and can be paid off within a 72 month period and prior to the CSED. Note: If the CSED of the oldest liability covered by the installment agreement is shorter than 72 months, the installment agreement must be written to allow for full payment of the CSED balance prior to the expiration of the CSED. Payments are applied to shortest CSED years first, generally oldest. Agreements of $25,000 or less can be secured for: Individuals, including sole proprietorships, without delinquent employment taxes, Out-of-business BMF entities, Corporations (Form 1120) and other BMF entities including Form 1065 late filing penalty. The following limitations apply for agreements of $25,001 - $50,000: Corporations still in business are not eligible, Payment must be made by direct debit (IRM 4.20.1.4.3.2) or payroll deduction (IRM 4.20.1.4.3.1) to avoid requirement for NFTL (Notice of Federal Tax Lien) determination, and The taxpayer must have not defaulted on an installment agreement in the past 12 months. The examiner can verify the taxpayer has not defaulted by checking IDRS for absence of TC 971/AC 163. Caution: Individual taxpayer filing Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, with Schedule C, E, or F businesses are eligible for streamlined installment agreements IF the related BMF returns (Forms 940/941/2290) are current not only in filing, but also in making FTD payments. The minimum acceptable payment: Is computed by dividing the total amount of tax, accrued interest, and penalties by 72, Is the monthly amount to be paid over 72 months, and Must allow for full payment by the CSED. If the taxpayer has the financial ability to pay off the balance due in less than a 72 month period, the lesser period should be appropriately considered. However, the taxpayer may be granted an installment agreement based on 72 months even if they are able to fully pay their accounts. Examiners should inform taxpayers of the user fees the IRS is required to charge associated with an installment agreement. See http://serp.enterprise.irs.gov/databases/irm-sup.dr/ia-user-fee-codes.html. User fees also apply to revised agreements. The fees will be taken from the first installment payment. Examiners should advise the taxpayer that if the first payment is less than the user fee, the first reminder notice they receive will be for the user fee. The user fees are non-refundable in most situations. Note: To reduce the user fee, taxpayers can utilize online payment agreements as stated in IRM 4.20.1.4.2 (1). 4.20.1.4.3.1 (06-23-2020) Payroll Deduction Installment payments can be withheld from a taxpayer’s wages and forwarded directly to the IRS by the employer. This form of payment is encouraged for a wage earner taxpayer, particularly if the taxpayer has defaulted on any prior agreement. To set up a payroll deduction agreement: Complete Form 2159, Payroll Deduction Agreement, in the same manner as Form 433-D, Installment Agreement. See instructions at IRM 4.20.1.4.5. Ask the taxpayer to pay as much as possible upon entering into the installment agreement. Request the taxpayer sign Form 2159 then secure the employer’s signature. Advise the taxpayer that if Part 1 is not signed by both the taxpayer and the employer, the agreement cannot be processed. The form is returned to the examiner to leave in case file for Exam CCP to forward to CSCO in Memphis for processing. Examiners must provide the payment address to employers found at: http://serp.enterprise.irs.gov/databases/who-where.dr/campus-balance-due-accounts.html?bod=3&state=All&stateRow=1&b1=. Payroll Deduction agreements take longer to process; therefore, provide the taxpayer with the address found at the website above to mail payments while the agreement is processed. 4.20.1.4.3.2 (06-23-2020) Direct Debit Direct Debit Installment Agreements (DDIA) allow payments to be directly debited or withheld from a checking account using EFTPS. This is the preferred method of payment, with payroll deduction as a second choice. DDIAs have lower user fees and are required for agreements over $25,000 to avoid requirement for NFTL (Notice of Federal Tax Lien) determination. Note: See IRM 4.20.1.4.5(4)(f) for Debit Payments Self Identifier. To set up a DDIA, complete Form 433-D, Installment Agreement per instructions at IRM 4.20.1.4.5, including taxpayer’s bank routing number and account number. The Form 433-D must be signed by the taxpayer(s). DDIAs are processed using EFTPS therefore there is a longer start-up time, sometimes as long as six months. Provide the taxpayer with an interim address to mail payments while the installment agreement is processed. See IRM 4.20.1.4.5 (5) for link to where to send payments. 4.20.1.4.4 (06-23-2020) Guaranteed Installment Agreements IRC 6159, Agreements for payment of tax liability in installments, provides that certain taxpayers who meet specified criteria are legally entitled to an installment agreement. The provision applies to individual taxpayers only. Guaranteed installment agreements are for tax only up to $10,000 that can be paid in 36 months. Taxpayers qualifying for a guaranteed installment agreement would generally also qualify for a streamlined installment agreement. Accordingly, examiners should use streamlined installment agreement procedures to process guaranteed installment agreement. See IRM 5.14.5.3, Guaranteed Installment Agreements for procedures. 4.20.1.4.5 (06-23-2020) Complete Form 433-D, Installment Agreement Determine total amount owed: Use SUMRY to determine if the taxpayer has any outstanding tax liabilities to combine with the pre-assessed amount to calculate the installment agreement limitation. The total amount of tax, penalty, and interest as of the date the form is completed is included in the Amount Owed As Of box. Only one installment agreement is allowed per taxpayer; therefore, multiple years are combined for the amount owed. Note: Net balance due may be entered when multiple audit years include both deficiency and overpayments. However, include appropriate instructions on Form 3198, Special Handling Notice for Examination Case Processing to ensure the overpayment is applied to a deficiency period(s). The taxpayer may select any installment payment date between the 1st and 28th day of each month. Form 433-D, Installment Agreement can be completed using RGS. See Knowledge Management at: https://portal.ds.irsnet.gov/sites/vl051/lists/collectibilityconsiderationandrelatedtopics/landingview.aspx. Complete all line items on Form 433-D unless noted otherwise. Line items requiring additional explanations are noted below: Kind of Tax (form number) - for example 1040 or 1120. Tax periods - all periods covered by the agreement (for example: 2017 and 2018) Date of Increase/Decrease - use only when a taxpayer’s financial situation will change allowing an increase in the set payment amount or requiring a decrease to the amount. Example: The taxpayer is able to pay $300 on the balance each month. In three months he will receive a pay raise and will then pay $400 per month. Enter the date the amount will change, the amount of increase or decrease, and the new installment amount. Additional Conditions-type in Print your SSN, tax year, and form number on all checks submitted for payment. Make checks payable to United States Treasury. Direct Debit-only complete if the taxpayer requests payments by direct debit. Debit Payments Self-Identifier-check the box if the taxpayer is unable to make debit payments. The Debit Payments Self-Identifier section is used for low-income taxpayers to self-identify for fee reimbursement if they are unable to make electronic debit payments. Your signature-for taxpayer’s signature, date, title if corporate officer, spouse’s signature. Taxpayer signature is only required for DDIA. Use the following table to complete the FOR IRS USE ONLY section: FOR IRS USE ONLY ENTRY REFERENCE Agreement Locator Number First 2 digits = 06 for installment agreement not including direct debit Installment Agreement First 2 digits = 03 for Direct Debit Installment Agreement Last 2 digits = 32 Exhibit 5.14.1-2, Installment Agreement Locator Numbers Check the appropriate boxes RSI 1 no further review Since installment agreements secured by Examination are not partial pay installment agreements (PPIA), no review is necessary Agreement Review Cycle Leave blank N/A Earliest CSED MM/DD/YYYY Earliest CSED from IMFOLT/ BMFOLT Check box if pre-assessed modules included Check box All exam installment agreements are pre-assessed Originator’s ID number XXXXXXXXXX Examiner badge number Originator Code 61 Exam Streamlined Agreement Name Examiner name self-explanatory Title RA or TCO self-explanatory A Notice of Federal Tax Lien May Be Filed if This Agreement Defaults IRM 5.14.1.2(1), Installment Agreement and Taxpayer Rights Approval Signature Examiner may sign; group manager signature is not required Signatures are not required Provide taxpayer with instructions on Where to Mail Payments at: http://serp.enterprise.irs.gov/databases/who-where.dr/campus-balance-due-accounts.html?bod=3&state=All&stateRow=1&b1= until CP521 notices are received. Taxpayers can also make payments online. Provide Part 2 of Form 433-D, Taxpayer Copy, including taxpayer instructions. Notate Form 3198 under Other Instructions in the Special Features portion, that an installment agreement is enclosed in the case file under Forms Enclosed. Form 433-D is placed on top of Form 5344, for the earliest return under examination. Exam CCP will forward Form 433-D to CSCO in Memphis for processing. Include a copy in the workpapers. 4.20.1.4.6 (06-23-2020) Appeal Rights - Installment Agreements IRC 7122(e), Compromises, provides appeal rights to taxpayer whose request for an installment agreement is rejected. Examination does not have the authority to reject installment agreements. If a taxpayer requests an installment agreement that is not within the examiner’s scope, see IRM 4.20.1.4.7. 4.20.1.4.7 (06-23-2020) Non-Streamlined Installment Agreements If a taxpayer requests an installment agreement that does not meet Exam’s criteria, the examiner should solicit Form 9465, Installment Agreement Request from the taxpayer to leave in the case file for Exam CCP to forward to CSCO in Memphis for processing: If not already completed, and the taxpayer qualifies, Form 3177, Notice of Action For Entry On Master File must be input for a pending installment agreement. See IRM 4.20.1.4.2.1. 4.20.1.5 (06-23-2020) Procedures for Suspension of Collection Actions In limited circumstances, Examination may need to suspend collection activity on a taxpayer's account. Examiners can suspend collection activity using TC 470 with CC 90 or by using STAUP procedures. The use of TC 470 with CC 90 is restricted to those situations where it is expected that an adjustment will fully pay the tax for the suspended tax year. For example, if the IRS discovers that an obvious error created a balance-due condition in one tax year, and an adjustment will reduce the balance due to zero, the IRS can request the necessary tax adjustment and request that this collection suspension code be entered for the specific tax year. This will ensure collection action is suspended while the adjustment is made and overpayments for other tax years will not be used to pay the tax in question. In instances where the TC 470 CC 90 criteria is not met, Collection activity can be suspended for a fixed period of time using Command Code STAUP. For example, an examiner encounters the situation where the suspension of collection activities is necessary when one or more of the following is expected to reduce the balance due to zero: Claims Net operating loss (NOL) carryback Credits carried back Command Code STAUP is an IDRS command code used to accelerate, omit, or delay the issuance of an IDRS balance due notice. A STAUP will stop any notice from being issued or destroy a printed notice not yet mailed. To allow adequate time for the examiner to complete the examination a STAUP can be input for up to 15 cycles. See IRM 2.4.28, Command Codes STAUP, STATI, and STATB. Form 3177, Notice of Action for Entry on Master File, is used to request input for both TC 470 CC 90 and Command Code STAUP. For STAUP, check the box that shows Other and specify to input Command Code STAUP in the space provided. Managerial approval is required but there is no signature block. The manager will sign and date in the top margin. Form 3177 should be e-Faxed to CCP for input. Fax numbers can be located on the CCP web site at: http://mysbse.web.irs.gov/examination/cp/cont/28100.aspx. More Internal Revenue Manual