CURRENTLY NOT COLLECTIBLE

Stop IRS Harassment & Collections
with Currently Not Collectible Status

Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status temporarily halts IRS collection activity when you’re in financial hardship. No more wage levies, bank seizures, or aggressive notices. It’s not forgiveness, but it’s relief when you need it most.

Protection and benefits

Why CNC Status Matters for You

  • IRS notices and collection calls stop immediately.
  • Instant Protection from wage levies and bank seizures once approved.
  • Gives you time to stabilize your finances and plan your next move.

CNC Qualification Process

How Currently Not Collectible Works

step 1

File a Collection Information Statement

We file a Collection Information Statement showing your income, expenses, and assets. The IRS uses this to determine if you can afford to pay.

step 2

IRS Reviews Your Request

The IRS examines your financial data to confirm that your expenses genuinely exceed your income. They verify that collection would prevent you from paying essential living expenses. Our former agents know exactly what triggers approval.

step 3

CNC Status Granted

Once approved, collection activity stops. The IRS won’t levy your wages, freeze your bank accounts, or file additional liens while you’re in CNC status. You’re protected. Interest and penalties still accrue, but you’re not being pursued aggressively.

step 4

Annual Review and Planning

Every 12 months, the IRS reviews your status. If your income improves, they may resume collections. That’s why CNC is often a bridge: we use this time to prepare for a permanent solution like an OIC or installment agreement once you’re more stable.

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    Can’t Pay the IRS?
    You May Not Have To.

    If you can’t afford to pay the IRS right now, you may not have to. Currently Not Collectible status legally pauses IRS collection activity while you get back on your feet. Our former IRS agents know exactly how to qualify you and make it stick.

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    CLIENT RESULTS

    What OUR clients say

    • I owed over $42,000

      I owed over $42,000 and had no idea where to start. Falcon got me into a plan I could actually afford in less than two weeks. The IRS stopped contacting my employer the same month.
      Isaiah N.
      San Antonio, TX

    • Should Have Called them first

      I tried to set up a plan online myself and the payment was almost $800 a month. Falcon restructured it to $310. Should have called them first.
      Maria L.
      San Antonio, TX

    Common Questions
    About Currently Not Collectible, Answered

    Understanding CNC is the first step toward relief. Here are the answers to the most common questions.

    What exactly is Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status?

    Currently Not Collectible status is a temporary suspension of IRS collection activity. When the IRS determines that you cannot afford to pay your tax debt without sacrificing essential living expenses, they place your account in CNC status. This stops wage levies, bank levies, and aggressive collection efforts while you stabilize your financial situation. It is not forgiveness; your debt still exists and interest continues to accrue.

    What happens to my debt while I’m in CNC status?

    Your debt does not disappear. The IRS still considers you liable for the full amount. What changes is that active collection efforts pause. Interest and penalties continue to accrue on your balance, which means your debt may grow over time. This is why CNC is often a temporary measure, usually a bridge while you prepare for a longer-term solution like an Offer in Compromise or installment agreement. Many clients use CNC to buy time to stabilize, then convert to another resolution once their situation improves.

    How long does CNC status last?

    The IRS reviews your CNC status every 12 months. If your financial situation has not improved and you still cannot afford to pay without hardship, they will typically renew your CNC status for another year. However, if the IRS determines that your income has increased or your circumstances have improved, they may end CNC and resume collection efforts. This is why it’s important to be honest about your finances and to work with a professional who understands IRS expectations.

    Will CNC status stop wage levies and bank freezes?

    Yes. Once CNC is approved, the IRS stops active collection, which includes wage garnishments and bank levies. However, if the IRS has already filed a Notice of Federal Tax Lien against you, that lien remains on record even after CNC is approved. We can work to release or subordinate the lien in certain circumstances, but approval of CNC itself stops the immediate collection pressure like levies.

    Can I apply for CNC myself?

    You can, but working with a professional significantly increases your chances of approval. The IRS requires detailed financial documentation, and any mistakes or misrepresentations will result in denial. Our former IRS agents know exactly what financial data triggers approval and how to present your case in the strongest possible light. We handle all the paperwork and correspondence with the IRS, which saves you stress and time.

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