On top of our moving expenses ( first & last months rent, utility turn-on fees, BACK utility payments, etc. etc.), our mountain of medical bills and all our other bills, the IRS decides to garnish Keith's wages. It's either that or one or both of us goes to jail :( :( I didn't know anything about this until today and I am too numb and exhausted to cry. Keith hasn't taken his meds (for leukemia or diabetes or high blood pressure or whatever else he takes ) for days he has informed me. He just doesn't have the time...for what?? To die?????? I can't take care of him and me and the kids too right now with all this moving going on. Forget Christmas this year at all. I doubt if I'll ever find my Christmas boxes ever again anyway. So sorry to vent, but I just had to let it all out if I hope to get an hour or two sleep tonight. I honestly don't know what is going to happen to us and I am scared to death. We are a stone's throw away from being homeless. The tears are beginning to flow.
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http://www.refundsweepers.com/dcforum/feedback/28.html 1|1|so sorry to hear this prayer going out you find help|LindaOH|Martinl3@roadrunner.com|10:56:29|09/28/2012|
hope things get better for you 2|1|you may want to try a lawyer that handles back irs taxes sometimes the get what you owe lower|ladywcats|gloria.neal@zoomtown.com|11:35:31|09/28/2012|
Posted on Sep-28-12 at 11:35 AM (Eastern) by 72.49.250.163
The irs lawyer can stop then taken money and make arrangements and may even get irs to agree to lower the amount you owe. try going on bidonmycase.com it a free site and a lawyer will call and talk to you at no charge. You may also want to try credit couseling, call around some are free.
good luck
3|1|Have you tried an IRS "offer in compromise"?|Abbicca|Abbicca@insightbb.com|13:01:50|09/28/2012|
http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Offer-in-Compromise-1
That tells you a bit about it and has links to the booklet and a video....most "tax attorneys" ask for a chunk of change up front and you have to owe at least 10,000 or something. I don't know what kind of taxes you owe...nor how much, but have you tried talking to the IRS? As annoying/greedy as every piece of government has gotten lately (federal/state AND local)...the IRS is actually the one most willing to work with you.
Usually there is a $150 application fee (non-refundable) for the offer in compromise, but you might not have to pay that much depending on income. The OTHER problem is you have to propose SOMETHING and start paying on it as if it was accepted immediately (anything you DO pay this way does get credited toward the debt). You might, at least, get them to agree to accept LESS than what they're garnishing him for...and to stop the garnishment.
4|1|Thanks so much for the advice......we are willing to try anything...|suzhappy|suzhappy@yahoo.com|13:22:04|09/28/2012|
but we definitely do not have an upfront fee so that is out of the question. We got another turn-off notice in today's mail! This time it's the water they're turning off. So no electric or water...what on earth is next?? Funny I used to look forward to the mailman.
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http://www.refundsweepers.com/dcforum/feedback/28.html 5|2|I'm so sorry Sue :(|maddysmom|scarlett13@new.rr.com|18:05:56|09/28/2012|
You are such a sweet and caring lady. You don't deserve any of this. Sit your hubby down and explain to him that if he doesn't take his meds and something happens things will just go from bad to worse. You need him healthy and make sure to take care of yourself too. I know stress makes it very hard to sleep (been there myself, I was a walking zombie for about 6 months a couple years ago) I wish I knew more about resources to help you. I know some of my friends have used the Salvation Army, maybe they can help at least with giving your family a decent Christmas. My prayers are with you sweetie. Take care, Jen 6|2|OACAC|tgriesse|teresagriesse@yahoo.com|09:53:11|09/29/2012|
I tried to get help on my electric bill through OACAC, but was told that they would only help you if you were in danger of getting shut off. This might be helpful to you. Call them and see what help you can get. You might try calling Family Services about the number if you can not find it. 7|1|Sue, Some helpful information inside for you. |Ranalt|ainebailey@gmail.com|10:43:32|09/29/2012|
Pennsylvania Legal Aid
http://www.palegalaid.net/
Legal Help in Pennsylvania
to get free and low-cost referrals
http://www.palawhelp.org/PA/index.cfm
Start here and see what Benefits you may qualify for:
http://www.benefits.gov/
Apply for Benefits in Pennsyvannia if you haven't already
http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/applyforbenefits/index.htm
The County you live in is very progressive and has NUMEROUS programs for its residents.
Check out the links below*
* Dollar Energy Fund- Community Action
LI-HERP- Community Action
LI-HEAP- DPW
724-437-6050
CAP 1-800-537-7431
* Energy Assistance Program
41 W. Church St
Uniontown, Pa 15401
Hours: 8 am to 5 pm. Monday through Friday
1-877-832-7545
Assistance in Paying Utility Bills
Heating help
http://www.puc.pa.gov/general/consumer_ed/pdf/Heating_Help_Flyer05.pdf
* FAYETTE County Community Action Agency
http://fccaa.org/programs.jsp
* RESOURCES for your county
Numerous resources here. Be sure to scroll through and read
http://www.headstartfayco.org/pdf/resource-directory.pdf
Programs that can either offer you assistance or refer you to a program that can help you
United Way
http://unitedwayfayette.org
Salvation Army
32 West Fayette Street
UNIONTOWN, PA
Contact: Lieutenants John & Kate Esker
Tel: 724-437-2031
Disaster Services - Disaster Services
Emergency Assistance - Emergency Financial Assistance
Emergency Assistance - Seasonal Services
Catholic Charities
http://www.fccaa.org/county/orgsView.jsp?restrictids=Name&restrictvalues=Catholic+Charities
140 N. Beeson Blvd. Uniontown, Pa. 15401
724-439-3531
STATE FOOD PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/pa_food_and_nutrition_programs/18762
Foodbanks
Fayette County Community Action Food Bank
http://fccaa.org/
Uniontown
724.437.6050
Life is like a cup of tea,
It's all in how you make it.
Lisa
8|1|Oh my, thanks SOOO Much!|suzhappy|suzhappy@yahoo.com|02:26:50|09/30/2012|
Thank you for taking the time to send me all those resources! I can't even find my phone book so I appreciate it ever so much. I will be making some phone calls Monday. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. God bless.
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please let me know what you need :) 10|1|RS gals are the BEST..........now I know why I love you all so much.|suzhappy|suzhappy@yahoo.com|17:24:26|09/30/2012|
E-mailed you Tina
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