The Internal Revenue Service launched a new online Tax Debt Help tool on April 16, 2026, to assist individuals and businesses in Southern Maryland and across the country with understanding and resolving tax debt through guided, self-service options.
The tool, available at irs.gov/payments/get-help-with-tax-debt, asks a series of straightforward questions about a taxpayer’s financial situation and outstanding debt. Based on responses, it directs users to potential resolution paths such as installment payment plans, temporary delay of collection actions, or an offer in compromise for those who may qualify. The IRS released the tool one day after the April 15 tax filing deadline, when many filers first discover balances…