United States Tax Court Decision for the Week – You be the Judge

The United States Tax Court Upholds Notice of Federal Tax Lien and no IRS Abuse of Discretion

A recent Tax Court decision was reported that may be of interest to individuals potentially dealing with tax litigation. J. Frank Best, Certified Public Accountant and United States Tax Court Practitioner, works to stay current on all IRS decisions concerning tax litigation to ensure we are fully informed and prepared for our clients.

The United States Tax Court upheld the filing of a notice of federal tax lien against a married couple because there was no dispute concerning the underlying tax liability and the IRS settlement officer did not abuse his discretion since he properly verified that all requirements of applicable law and administrative procedure had been met.

SPENCER HOSIE AND DIANE RICE HOSIE,
Petitioners
v.
COMMISSIONER OF INTERNAL REVENUE,
Respondent

T.C. Memo. 2014-246