What Is an IRS Installment Agreement?
An IRS Installment Agreement lets you pay back taxes in monthly payments. Here are the types, eligibility rules, fees, and how to apply.
An IRS Installment Agreement (IA) is a contract between a taxpayer and the IRS to pay back taxes over time in monthly installments. It is the most common resolution option for taxpayers who owe but cannot pay in full immediately. There are four main types — picking the right one determines monthly payment, fees, and whether the IRS files a tax lien.
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