Glossary definition
Defaulted installment agreement
An IRS payment agreement that is no longer in good standing.
What it means
An IRS payment agreement that is no longer in good standing. In an IRS collection matter, the term should be read with the relevant tax periods, notices, account transcripts, deadlines, and current IRS guidance. Similar words can describe different legal or administrative steps, so the underlying record matters more than a shorthand label. Software can organize the facts, but it does not replace professional judgment when rights, enforcement, or disputed liability are involved.
Why it matters
Missed payments, new unpaid liabilities, or failure to provide requested information can trigger default. A taxpayer may have limited time to cure or challenge termination.
Related terms
Educational information only. Confirm current IRS procedures and seek qualified advice for your facts.