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CTRS Certified Tax Resolution Specialist VIP Exam

CTRS — The Certified Tax Resolution Specialist (CTRS) credential is issued by the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS); the proctored exam consists of approximately 100 multiple-choice questions covering IRS collection procedures, resolution alternatives, and taxpayer representation, with a 70% passing threshold.

54
Questions
180m
Time Limit
70.00%
To Pass
Question 1 of 54👑 VIP

Your client, a sole proprietor, owes $87,000 in unpaid income taxes spanning tax years 2019–2023. The IRS has filed a Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL). The client owns a home with $45,000 in equity, a vehicle worth $12,000, and a small retirement account with $30,000. She currently earns $3,800/month net after reasonable living expenses of $3,200/month. Which collection alternative is MOST likely to result in the lowest total amount paid to the IRS?

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