Commack, NY asked in Real Estate Law for New York

Q: We owe the IRS back taxes We have presented an OIC to the IRS we are still waiting for a decision We explained

This in confidence to our broker Now he is saying he has to disclose this to other agents and buyers We don't want him to . what if he discloses our personal business?

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Michael David Siegel
Michael David Siegel
Answered
  • New York, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: Unless the taxes are a lien, I am not sure what the issue is. If the taxes are a lien, the IRS will have to waive it for you to close. It is not really a sale issue, but a closing issue your lawyer will work out.

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