Notices to Taxpayers
The IRS sends millions of letters and notices to taxpayers for a variety of reasons. Many of these letters and notices can be dealt with simply by one of our professionals.
Here are eight things to know about IRS notices and letters.
- There are a number of reasons why the IRS might send you a notice. Notices 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 letter and notice offers specific instructions on what action you need to take. Regardless, you shoudl call your accountant as soon as you receive one.
- If you receive a correction notice, you should review the correspondence and compare it with the information on your 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 your tax professional as soon as possible.
- Most correspondence can be handled without calling or visiting an IRS office.
- It’s important to keep copies of any correspondence with your records.
- IRS notices and letters are sent by mail. The IRS does not correspond by email about taxpayer accounts or tax returns.
For more information about IRS notices and bills, please contact one of our professionals today.