What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? New York State.
I am a real estate agent. I live on commissions. I owe New York State approximately $25, 000 in back taxes, penalties, & interest. Without the penalties and interest the actual amount is a little less the $4000.00. Last month they garnished 10% of one of my commission checks. This past Thursday a New York State Tax representative visited me at my job. He want me to fill out this full financial disclosure form. Before he left, he casually asked for which bank that I use. I said that I would rather not disclose that information, because he was likely to clear out what little money that I have. I don't have a saving account.
My checking account only holds what I need to pay for rent, utilities, and food for the month. Do I have to make it easy for them to clear out my bank account? I know I owe them money. They can take 10% of my pay until the debt is fullfilled, but I can't have them taking the 10% and my living expense money. Is there anything that I can do to avoid that happening? If I'm homeless and I can't support to my basic need, I will never be in the position to right my wrongs. Any advise on what I am obligated to do by law would be appreciated and advice on how to protect enough income to survive?
Thank You.
New York State Tax Debtor
I am a real estate agent. I live on commissions. I owe New York State approximately $25, 000 in back taxes, penalties, & interest. Without the penalties and interest the actual amount is a little less the $4000.00. Last month they garnished 10% of one of my commission checks. This past Thursday a New York State Tax representative visited me at my job. He want me to fill out this full financial disclosure form. Before he left, he casually asked for which bank that I use. I said that I would rather not disclose that information, because he was likely to clear out what little money that I have. I don't have a saving account.
My checking account only holds what I need to pay for rent, utilities, and food for the month. Do I have to make it easy for them to clear out my bank account? I know I owe them money. They can take 10% of my pay until the debt is fullfilled, but I can't have them taking the 10% and my living expense money. Is there anything that I can do to avoid that happening? If I'm homeless and I can't support to my basic need, I will never be in the position to right my wrongs. Any advise on what I am obligated to do by law would be appreciated and advice on how to protect enough income to survive?
Thank You.
New York State Tax Debtor