IRS Letter 3174
Intent to Seize Property (Enforced Collection)
IRS Letter 3174 is a serious notice informing you that the IRS plans to seize your assets in order to collect unpaid taxes. This enforced collection action could involve your wages, bank accounts, real estate, or other personal or business property.
Unlike earlier reminders or balance notices, this letter signals that the IRS is actively preparing to levy your assets and time is running out to stop them.
▸ Why Did I Receive Letter 3174?
You received Letter 3174 because:
You have an unpaid federal tax debt
The IRS has already issued previous notices without a satisfactory response
You failed to pay or arrange a resolution
The IRS is now preparing to enforce collection through seizure
▸ What’s in the Letter 3174?
Letter 3174 includes:
A statement of the IRS’s intent to seize specific assets or property
The total balance due, including penalties and interest
A list of actions the IRS may take (e.g., garnishment, account levies, property seizure)
A deadline to respond or resolve the issue before seizure begins
▸ What Should You Do?
Respond immediately. This is your last chance before enforcement begins.
Verify the tax debt. Make sure the IRS amount is correct.
Pay in full or explore relief options (Installment Agreement, Offer in Compromise, hardship status).
Contact a tax professional to intervene before seizure occurs.
▸ When to Call a Tax Attorney
Letter 3174 is not just a threat, it’s a notice of active seizure efforts. If you:
Are facing a levy or garnishment
Need help negotiating with the IRS quickly
Want to stop the IRS from taking your assets
Aren’t sure how to respond or afford the debt
A tax attorney can take fast action to protect your rights, request collection holds, file appeals, or negotiate a settlement.
▸ Protect What You’ve Worked For
If you’ve received IRS Letter 3174, don’t wait for the IRS to take your property.
Call Scammahorn Law Firm at (903) 595-1000 or fill out this quick form to schedule a consultation.