SBSTAs

SBSTAs stands for the Small Business and Self-Employed Taxpayer Advocate Service. It is a part of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States, dedicated to assisting small business owners and self-employed individuals with their tax-related issues. The primary goal of SBSTAs is to help taxpayers resolve problems they are experiencing with the IRS that they have been unable to resolve through normal channels.

The service operates as an independent organization within the IRS. It provides assistance to taxpayers who are facing significant hardship as a result of an IRS action or inaction. This can include issues such as unreasonable delays, failure to act, or an IRS action that is causing economic harm. SBSTAs aims to protect taxpayer rights and ensure fair treatment throughout the tax process.

Taxpayers can contact SBSTAs for assistance if they meet certain criteria, often related to financial difficulty or the urgency of their tax problem. The service offers a range of services, including identifying taxpayer rights, explaining IRS procedures, and intervening with the IRS on behalf of the taxpayer. Their role is to advocate for the taxpayer and work towards a resolution that is fair and equitable. SBSTAs is a resource designed to help navigate the complexities of the tax system for a specific group of taxpayers.