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Tax liens rise as consumer advocates warn of growing financial risks

The IRS filed more than 214,000 federal tax liens during fiscal year 2025, up 9% from the previous year and 36% above 2022 levels, as tax enforcement continued returning to pre-pandemic norms following the suspension of many collection activities during Covid-19. A federal tax lien gives the government a legal claim against a taxpayer’s property when taxes go unpaid, and consumer advocates warn the public filings can make it more difficult to obtain mortgages, refinance loans, secure business credit, or, in some cases, retain or obtain employment, particularly in finance or government roles. While the IRS says the increase reflects a normalization of enforcement and that taxpayers receive multiple notices before a lien is filed, some experts are concerned that significant staffing reductions could lead the agency to rely more heavily on automated lien filings, potentially limiting case-by-case discretion for taxpayers facing financial hardship.

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