Q: If I owe back taxes I know they will take 15% but I also owe the VA hospital will they also take 15%
15% of my social security check for back taxes will they also take 15% out for va hospital or combine both bills for total of only 15%
A:
Your social security cannot be garnished more than 15% in total. With the exception of the IRS (who can always take 15% regardless of the amount you receive) a levy on your social security to repay a federal debt can not leave you with less than $750 a month.
If you owe taxes to the IRS and your only source of income is social security, there is a good chance that you can work out a collection alternative with the IRS. I recommend that you seek the advice of a good tax attorney. Just stay away from the places you see advertised on tv and use a lawyer from this website.
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