IRS Notice — Decode and Respond to Any IRS Letter
Receiving an IRS notice can be terrifying — but most notices are resolvable with the right response within the stated deadline. The worst thing you can do is ignore an IRS notice. The second worst is responding incorrectly.
How the IRS Handles This
IRS notices range from informational (CP14 — balance due) to urgent (CP90/LT11 — final levy notice). Each has specific response requirements and deadlines.
DIY Steps to Resolve This
- 1
Read the notice carefully to identify the notice type and deadline
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Verify the notice is legitimate (not a scam)
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Gather any documentation the notice requests
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Respond by certified mail before the deadline
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