Letters and notices
A letter from the IRS? Don’t ignore it. Send it to us.
We explain what the notice means, check it against your return, and handle the response.
How we help
- Send us a copy of every page of the letter.
- We explain it in plain English: what the IRS or Virginia Tax is saying, and the response deadline.
- We check it against your return and records. Notices are sometimes wrong.
- We respond on your behalf with an explanation, documents, or a payment plan if tax is owed.
Common notices
- CP2000: the IRS thinks income on your return doesn’t match what was reported to it
- CP14: a balance is due
- CP501 and CP503: reminders about an unpaid balance
- Letter 5071C: the IRS needs to verify your identity before processing a return
- Virginia Tax bills and letters: state adjustments, balances due or requests for information
Is the letter real? The IRS usually starts contact by mail and won’t demand immediate payment by gift card, wire transfer or crypto. If you’re unsure, send it to us before you reply or pay. Read our guide Got a letter from the IRS? What to do next.
IRS notice FAQs
What happens if I ignore an IRS notice?
Penalties and interest can keep growing, and you can lose the chance to dispute the change. Most notices list a response date, so act quickly.
Can you help if I can’t pay what I owe?
Yes. The IRS offers payment plans and other options. We help you choose the right one and set it up.
Do you handle Virginia Tax letters too?
Yes. We help with letters and bills from Virginia Tax.