Wage Levy
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Wage Levy Release
Last updated August 9, 2026
An IRS wage levy allows the government to take a large portion of your paycheck. The money comes straight from your employer. Unlike many other garnishments, an IRS wage levy continues each pay period. It goes on until the debt is resolved or the levy is formally released.
For Dallas taxpayers, this can create immediate financial strain. Basic living expenses can quickly become difficult to manage. Such expenses include rent, mortgage payments, utilities, and groceries.
How a Wage Levy Starts
Before issuing a wage levy, the IRS must send a Final Notice of Intent to Levy. If you do not respond within the required deadline, the IRS can instruct your employer to begin withholding wages.
Once active, the levy remains ongoing. It does not stop after one deduction.
How to Get a Wage Levy Released
A wage levy may be released by:
- Entering into an Installment Agreement
- Submitting an Offer in Compromise
- Requesting Currently Not Collectible status
- Demonstrating financial hardship
- Filing a timely appeal
Fast action is critical. The sooner the IRS is contacted, the greater the likelihood of stopping the garnishment and protecting your income.
Understanding a notice of levy and how to respond helps protect your rights during the collection process.
Margolies Law Office has more than 10 years of experience. It has assisted more than 450 clients. The firm works to secure wage levy releases. It also works to put long-term solutions in place.
If your wages are being garnished, call (469) 626-7760 today for immediate assistance.
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