Can the IRS Seize Joint Bank Accounts? What You Need To Know
June 26, 2025
By Eric Pemper, Founder of CuraDebtHelping people resolve unsecured, tax, and business debt since 2001 · BBB A+ accredited Last updated: July 3, 2026 Can The IRS Seize Joint Bank Accounts? The short answerYes. Under Internal Revenue Code § 6331, the IRS can levy a joint bank account even if only one owner owes taxes,…
IRS Tax Levy Vs. Lien
August 30, 2023
Both the International Revenue Service (IRS) and state tax agencies use levies and liens when taxes are unpaid. Both Levies and Liens are unpleasant to deal with. Ideally the tax debt should be dealt with before a tax levy or lien is in effect. What is the difference between a Levy and a Lien? Both…
Has An IRS Levy Caused You Economic Hardship?
August 23, 2023
When you owe back taxes, the Internal Revenue Service may place a levy on your wages or bank account. This can put those who were already facing financial hardship in a worse situation. The IRS does have the authority to garnish wages and place liens and levies on property but if it causes you a…