Offset reversal

[user17525368382]

My 2024 refund was offset  for a past debt to the IRS. I didn't receive any notice and was floored and financially crippled immediately. I'm facing eviction, unemployed with HIV. I've faced eviction twice since October last year already. There has been quite an emotional toll as well. Is there anything that can be done? My landlord is out of patience. I have recently seen that offsets could be reversed but was told by the taxpayer advocacy service right before the beginning of July that there was nothing they could do. I've read that in cases of extreme hardship that an offset can be reversed immediately even if it's already occurred. Help? 

[Bsch4477]

An offset is difficult once the refund has been taken. IRS offset due to hardship is possible, particularly for federal tax debts, but requires prompt action and proof of significant financial hardship. Contacting the IRS or the Taxpayer Advocate Service is recommended for personalized guidance