IRS Notice Center
Received a letter from the IRS? Don't panic — but don't ignore it either. Find your notice below to understand what it means and what to do next.
Important: Never ignore an IRS notice.
Every IRS notice has a deadline. Ignoring a notice does not make it go away — it accelerates the IRS's timeline to levy your assets. If you're unsure what to do, call TaxWave at (800) 829-9283 for a free review.
The IRS is informing you of an unpaid tax balance. This is typically the first notice in the collection process.
Income or payment information the IRS has on file doesn't match your tax return. You may owe additional taxes.
A reminder that you have an unpaid balance. The IRS is beginning to escalate its collection efforts.
A second reminder. The IRS is escalating toward enforcement if the balance remains unpaid.
The IRS intends to levy your state tax refund. This is also an early warning that a full levy on other assets may follow.
The IRS intends to seize your property. You have 30 days to request a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing. Act immediately.
Equivalent to LT11. The IRS is about to levy — you have 30 days to request a CDP hearing or contact a tax professional.
Notifies you of the IRS's intent to levy your wages, bank account, or other property. Triggers your right to a CDP hearing.
The IRS intends to levy 15% of your Social Security benefits. Immediate action is required.
Sent to your employer, directing them to withhold wages. If you received this, garnishment has begun. Call TaxWave immediately.
The IRS intends to terminate your existing installment agreement due to missed payments or non-compliance. Act immediately to reinstate it.
Your account has been assigned to an IRS Revenue Officer. This is a significant escalation — a Revenue Officer has more tools to collect.
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