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title: Can the IRS Make Me Homeless? 2026 Guide | TaxTruce
url: https://taxtruce.com/answers/can-the-irs-make-me-homeless
updated: 2026-10-29
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# Can the IRS make me homeless?

Updated October 8, 20262 sourcesTaxTruce team[Fact checked](/editorial-standards)

The short answer

The IRS must release a levy that keeps you from paying basic, reasonable living costs. If you can't pay anything, it may place your account in currently not collectible status. Call the number on any levy notice right away and explain your hardship.

You still owe the debt, and interest keeps growing.

## Words to know

[Currently not collectible (CNC)](/glossary)
:   A status where the IRS pauses most collection because you can't pay basic living costs. You still owe the debt.

## Sources

1. [IRS: How do I get a levy released?](https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/how-do-i-get-a-levy-released)
2. [IRS: Temporarily delay the collection process](https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/temporarily-delay-the-collection-process)

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