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If the letter's number doesn't appear in a search or seems suspicious, call 800-829-1040 and follow the IRS representative's instructions. Verify your tax account information on IRS.gov if unsure ...
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) uses letters and notices to communicate with taxpayers. These communications serve various purposes, such as informing you of a balance due, changes to your ...
I’ve received so many letters from the IRS, I know the drill. I find out what they are seeking and work through their process. But most people freak out when they get an IRS letter. Take a deep ...
If you receive a letter from the IRS or are the subject of an examination or an audit, it helps to know the rules of the road. You’ll find them in the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, published in IRS ...
Each year, the IRS sends out millions of notices, many of which fall into a few predictable categories. Clear Start Tax helps taxpayers recognize the letter type, understand its intent, and know how ...
While the Appeals officer remains the primary contact, the manager's contact information will ensure an appeal "stays on track in the rare instance additional help is needed," according to the IRS.
The first letter (CP 11, CP 12, or CP 13) notified taxpayers that the IRS had made changes to their tax returns. Because of these changes, the taxpayer either owes money, is due a refund (or their ...
Since IRS logos and letters can be easily faked, if you have any doubts that the letter is real, the Better Business Bureau recommends going to IRS.gov to search for the relevant notice or form ...