What to do if my mother passed away 2 years ago and we are currently trying to sell her house but she owed the IRS money?
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What to do if my mother passed away 2 years ago and we are currently trying to sell her house but she owed the IRS money?
She owed the IRS $2100; they recently sent a notice threating to levy seize her property. Can I negotiate a lesser amount in order to afford to pay the debt? If not will they seize her property or just put a property lien on it?
Asked on October 17, 2013 under Estate Planning, Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. The IRS has great power to place a lien and force a sale of property to pay that lien. You have a great idea, though, about calling to negotiate the line. If you are the Personal Representative of the estate you have that power. So do indeed try. The IRS is a priority debt that must be paid from the estate. Good luck.
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