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title: Can the IRS Take My House? Your 2026 Guide | TaxTruce
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updated: 2026-10-29
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# Can the IRS take my house?

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

The short answer

Yes. If you don't pay or make arrangements, the IRS can seize and sell property you own, including a house. A lien also attaches to your home before that. The IRS usually levies only after sending a notice of intent to levy and your right to a hearing at least 30 days before.

A payment plan, an offer or hardship status can keep it from getting there.

## Words to know

[Notice of intent to levy](/glossary)
:   An IRS notice that it plans to take your property. CP504 is one. LT11 and Letter 1058 give hearing rights.

## Sources

1. [IRS: What is a levy?](https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/what-is-a-levy)
2. [IRS: Understanding a federal tax lien](https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/understanding-a-federal-tax-lien)

Run the numbers with our [free tax tools](/tools), like the penalty and payment plan math.