Glossary definition
Adjusted gross income (AGI)
Gross income after specific adjustments allowed by tax law.
What it means
Gross income after specific adjustments allowed by tax law. 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
AGI is a starting figure used throughout federal tax administration. It can affect deductions, credits, payment calculations, and eligibility rules.
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