Is an Offer in Compromise Right for You?

"Should the IRS determine that a taxpayer is unable to pay the liability in a lump sum or through an installment agreement, and has exhausted the search for other payment arrangements, the last option would be to file an offer in compromise. The objective of the OIC program is to accept a compromise when it is in the best interests of both the taxpayer and the government and promotes voluntary compliance with all future payment and filing requirements."

Source: IRS