{"id":25933,"date":"2024-04-10T12:39:15","date_gmt":"2024-04-10T17:39:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.eztaxreturn.com\/?p=25933"},"modified":"2024-04-10T15:49:07","modified_gmt":"2024-04-10T20:49:07","slug":"how-to-handle-a-notice-from-the-irs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.eztaxreturn.com\/blog\/how-to-handle-a-notice-from-the-irs\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Handle An IRS Notice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2023 (returns filed in 2024).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Don&#8217;t panic!&#8221; You open that mailbox, and there sits a letter from the IRS. Your heart starts racing, your mind goes blank, and you&#8217;re in panic mode! You start anticipating bad news while you stare at that envelope without opening it. We get it, you\u2019re scared of what they have to say.\u00a0But we&#8217;re here to tell you to RELAX! Getting the issue resolved may be easier than you think! Plus, ignoring the notice could lead to hefty penalties in the future.\u00a0Here\u2019s what to do if you receive that IRS notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-read-the-notice-to-see-why-it-was-sent\"><strong>Read the notice to see why it was sent<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It seems pretty obvious, but the first step in dealing with an IRS notice is to read it.&nbsp;The notice will explain why they\u2019re contacting you and provide instructions on what to do next.&nbsp;See below for most common reasons you\u2019ll hear from the IRS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have a balance due<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019re due a larger or smaller refund<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They need to verify your identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The IRS has questions about your return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They need more information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They changed something on your return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your return was adjusted by the IRS, grab a copy of your original tax return and compare the results.\u00a0If you agree with their findings, you usually don\u2019t have to contact the IRS. Taxpayers who owe money can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/payments\/direct-pay\">make a payment on the IRS website<\/a> to clear their debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-respond-right-away-if-you-disagree-with-the-irs-notice\"><strong>Respond right away if you disagree with the IRS notice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you disagree with the IRS notice or owe money, you must respond by the deadline.\u00a0The faster, the better because you\u2019ll minimize penalties and interest.\u00a0You can either call the IRS using the phone number provided in the notice or write a letter. When calling, make sure you have a copy of the notice and your tax return handy.\u00a0If you prefer to plead your case in writing, be sure to include any proof you have that supports your claims. Keep in mind, it usually takes at least 30 days to get a response from the IRS. So, try to be patient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-submit-a-payment-if-necessary\"><strong>Submit a payment, if necessary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a balance due, pay it off as soon as you can.\u00a0Even if you can\u2019t afford the full amount, at least put something towards it or try to get on a payment plan.\u00a0Typically, the penalty for failing to pay your tax bill starts at 0.5% of your unpaid taxes each month or portion of the month it\u2019s late.\u00a0However, it can climb up to 25%.\u00a0Your balance will also accumulate interest daily.\u00a0The interest rate is the federal short-term rate plus 3%. If you can&#8217;t afford to pay your full balance right now, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/payments\/online-payment-agreement-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apply for a IRS payment plan<\/a> and them over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keep-a-copy-for-your-records\"><strong>Keep a copy for your records<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019re done with the IRS notice, don\u2019t just toss it in the trash.\u00a0The IRS suggests keeping a copy with the rest of your tax records just in case you need it again later. Wondering how long to keep your tax records? Find out the answer <a href=\"https:\/\/staging.eztaxreturn.com\/blog\/how-long-do-you-have-to-keep-tax-records\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_term=handleIRSnotice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-file-fast-ez-and-stress-free-with-eztaxreturn\"><strong>File fast, ez and stress-free with ezTaxReturn<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need a peace of mind?\u00a0 When you do your taxes with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eztaxreturn.com\/?utm_dest=site&amp;action=start_return&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_term=handleIRSnotice&amp;gid=handleIRSnotice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ezTaxReturn<\/a> you can file with complete confidence.  You&#8217;ll get step-by-step guidance from start to finish.  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The information presented is not intended to be, and should not be taken as, legal, financial, or professional advice. Readers are advised to seek appropriate professional guidance and conduct their own due diligence before making any decisions based on the information provided.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;Don&#8217;t panic!&#8221; You open that mailbox, and there sits a letter from the IRS. We get it, you\u2019re scared of what they have to say. But we&#8217;re here to tell you to RELAX! Getting the issue resolved may be easier than you think!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":33120,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>\"Don't panic!\" You open that mailbox, and there sits a letter from the IRS. Your heart starts racing, your mind goes blank, and you're in panic mode! You start anticipating bad news while you stare at that envelope without opening it. We get it, you\u2019re scared of what they have to say.\u00a0But we're here to tell you to RELAX! Getting the issue resolved may be easier than you think! Plus, ignoring the notice won\u2019t make it go away.\u00a0Here\u2019s what to do if you receive that IRS notice (that you're so afraid of).<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 id=\"h-read-the-notice\">Read the notice<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>\"Face the problem.\" It seems pretty obvious, but the first step in dealing with an IRS notice is to read it.\u00a0The notice will explain why they\u2019re contacting you and provide instructions on what to do next.\u00a0 See below for most common reasons you\u2019ll hear from the IRS:<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list -->\r\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>You have a balance due<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>You\u2019re due a larger or smaller refund<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>They need to verify your identity<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>The IRS has questions about your return<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>They need more information<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>They changed something on your return<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If your return was adjusted by the IRS, grab a copy of your original tax return and compare the results.\u00a0If you agree with their findings, you usually don\u2019t have to contact the IRS. Taxpayers who owe money can just make a payment to clear their debt. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/payments\/direct-pay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a> to make a payment on the IRS website.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 id=\"h-respond-by-the-deadline\">Respond by the deadline<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Taxpayers who disagree with the IRS notice or owe money must respond by the deadline.\u00a0The faster, the better because you\u2019ll minimize penalties and interest.\u00a0You can either call the IRS using the phone number provided in the upper right-hand corner of the notice or write a letter. Make sure you have a copy of the notice and your tax return handy if you call.\u00a0If you prefer to plead your case in writing, be sure to include any proof you have that supports your claims. Keep in mind, it usually takes at least 30 days to get a response from the IRS. So, try to be patient.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 id=\"h-pay-your-balance\">Pay your balance<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>If you have a balance due, pay it off as soon as you can.\u00a0Even if you can\u2019t afford the full amount, at least put something towards it or try to get on a payment plan.\u00a0Typically, the penalty for failing to pay your tax bill starts at 0.5% of your unpaid taxes each month or portion of the month it\u2019s late.\u00a0However, it can climb up to 25%.\u00a0Your balance will also accumulate interest daily.\u00a0The interest rate is the federal short-term rate plus 3%. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/payments\/online-payment-agreement-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a> to apply for a payment plan with the IRS.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 id=\"h-keep-a-copy-for-your-records\">Keep a copy for your records<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Once you\u2019re done with the notice, don\u2019t just toss it in the trash.\u00a0The IRS suggests keeping a copy with the rest of your tax records just in case you need it again later.<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading -->\r\n<h2 id=\"h-leave-the-worries-to-us\">Leave the worries to us<\/h2>\r\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\r\n<p>Need an extra piece of mind?\u00a0 When you do your taxes with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eztaxreturn.com\/ezrouter.html?action=start_return&utm_source=blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_term=whynow&gid=whynow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ezTaxReturn<\/a> you have the option of purchasing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eztaxreturn.com\/prices-and-products\/audit-defense-protection.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Audit Defense Protection<\/a> for an additional fee.\u00a0In the event you\u2019re audited or receive a notice from the IRS, we\u2019ve got your back. <\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">File now <strong>fast and ez<\/strong> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eztaxreturn.com\/ezrouter.html?action=start_return&utm_source=blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_term=whynow&gid=whynow\">ezTaxReturn<\/a>!<\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"37px\"} -->\r\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:buttons -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><!-- wp:button {\"backgroundColor\":\"luminous-vivid-orange\",\"align\":\"center\",\"fontSize\":\"medium\"} -->\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter has-custom-font-size has-medium-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eztaxreturn.com\/ezrouter.html?action=start_return&utm_source=blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_term=whynow&gid=whynow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>File Now<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"47px\"} -->\r\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-25933","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tax-tips-and-planning"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.13 (Yoast SEO v20.13) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How To Handle An IRS Notice<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Got an IRS notice in the mail? 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