IRS Tax Notice Response Guide

Overview

Tax notices are communications from the IRS or state tax authorities regarding your tax return, tax liability, or tax account. These can include notices about underpayment, audits, penalties, or requests for additional information.

What It Means

A tax notice indicates that the tax authority needs to communicate something important about your tax situation. This could be a correction, a request for payment, or a need for additional documentation.

What To Do

• 1Read the notice carefully to understand what is being requested
• 2Check the notice number and compare it with your tax records
• 3Verify the information in the notice against your tax return
• 4Respond within the specified deadline
• 5If you disagree, follow the dispute process outlined in the notice
• 6Keep copies of all correspondence and documents
• 7Consider consulting a tax professional for complex issues