The Truth About IRS Notification You Need To Know
The IRS sends millions of letters and notices to taxpayers for a variety of reasons. An IRS notification or letter can be easily dealt with without having to call or visit an IRS office. Here are nine things you should know about if you receive a notice or letter from the IRS.
What To Do When You Receive An IRS Notification
- There are a number of reasons why the IRS might send you an IRS notification. IRS notifications may request payment, notify you of account changes, or request additional information. A notice normally covers a very specific issue about your account or tax return.
- Each IRS notification and letter offers specific instructions on what action you need to take.
- If you receive a correction notice, you should review the correspondence and compare it with the information on your tax return.
- If you agree with the correction to your account, then usually no reply is necessary unless a payment is due or the notice directs otherwise.
- If you do not agree with the correction the IRS made, it is important to contact us before responding. We’ll help you to prepare a written explanation to send to the IRS of why you disagree and make sure it includes any information and documents the IRS should consider that support your case. You should hear from the IRS within 30 days regarding your correspondence.
- Most correspondence can be handled without calling or visiting an IRS office. In order to handle any issues that arise more quickly, we ask that you please have a copy of your tax return, as well as any correspondence from the IRS available when you contact us.
- It’s important to keep copies of any correspondence with your other tax records.
- An IRS notification is sent by mail only. The IRS does not correspond by e-mail about taxpayer accounts or tax returns. If you receive an e-mail, it is a scam.
If you have received an IRS notification or letter and have questions or concerns don’t hesitate to call us.
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