Tax Compromise

/ˈtæks kəmˌprɑːmɪs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An agreement between a taxpayer and a tax authority resolving a tax dispute by accepting less than the full amount owed.
    The IRS approved a tax compromise that lowered the taxpayer's outstanding balance.

Forms

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  • tax compromises

Commentary

A tax compromise is often used to expedite resolution of tax liabilities while avoiding costly litigation.

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