Glossary definition
Form 656
The IRS form used to submit an offer in compromise.
What it means
The IRS form used to submit an offer in compromise. 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
Form 656 states the proposed offer terms and certifications. Most offers also require financial disclosure, payments, and filing and payment compliance.
Related terms
Educational information only. Confirm current IRS procedures and seek qualified advice for your facts.