Dealing with federal back taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be a challenging process. But knowing how to legally eliminate or reduce these debts can be extremely helpful. Read along this article to find out how to deal with the IRS back taxes like a pro by following some expert strategies.

What Are IRS Back Taxes?

Back taxes are taxes that you owe but did not pay in the year they were due. This could have happened for several reasons, including failure to report income, failure to file tax returns, or lack of money. The IRS is notoriously aggressive when it comes to collection, and this means penalties, interest, and possibly even legal action.