11/01/2026
"I'll be 75 tomorrow... If they attach my social security, it will be IMPOSSIBLE to survive." This heartbreaking comment from Tony highlights a fear many seniors face: Can the IRS legally take your retirement benefits?The short answer is YES—but they generally can't take it all. In this video, I explain the "Federal Payment Levy Program" (the 15% rule), the "Low Income Filter" that might save you, and the exact form you need to file to stop the collection immediately.
We cover:
0:00 - Tony’s Story: "I have nothing left."
0:40 - The 15% Rule: How much can the IRS actually take?
1:20 - The "Secret" Protection: Currently Not Collectible (CNC) Status.
2:00 - How to stop the levy immediately: The CDP Appeal (Form 12153).
2:40 - Don't fight the IRS alone.Need a pro to handle the IRS for you? Contact
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