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If You’ve Received an IRS Notice, contact us immediately. We can help you resolve IRS notices and avoid potentially serious IRS Collection Activities. We Can Help.

Receiving an unexpected letter from the IRS can be unsettling, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Expert Accounting Services LLC, dba EAS Income Tax Services, we specialize in helping individuals and businesses resolve IRS issues efficiently and with minimal stress. Our expert team, led by Glen L Graves II, CPA an Atlanta CPA and Certified Tax Resolution Specialist, is here to guide you through the process, whether you’ve received a letter about unpaid taxes, discrepancies, or other concerns.

Why Did I Receive an IRS Notice?

The IRS sends notices to taxpayers for a variety of reasons. Some of the most common include:

Unpaid Taxes: You may owe additional taxes that weren’t paid in full.
Filing Errors: Mistakes or discrepancies in your tax return may require clarification or correction.
Verification Requests: The IRS may need more information to verify your identity, income, or deductions.
Audits or Examinations: You may be selected for a review of your return or a specific item on it.

No matter the issue, our experienced team is here to help you interpret the notice, determine the best course of action, and resolve the matter quickly.

Common IRS Letters and Notices

The IRS uses specific letters to communicate various issues. Here are some of the most common ones you may encounter:

CP2000 Notice – Proposed Adjustment for Income Discrepancy

The CP2000 notice is sent when the income or payment information reported on your return doesn’t match the information provided to the IRS by employers, banks, or other sources. It’s not an audit but a proposed adjustment.
What to Do:
We’ll help you review the notice, compare it to your tax records, and prepare a response with supporting documentation if necessary.

CP14 Notice – Balance Due

This is the first notice you’ll receive if you owe money to the IRS. It provides details about the balance, including penalties and interest.
What to Do:
We can help you evaluate your options, including payment plans, offers in compromise, or other resolutions.

CP501/CP503/CP504 Notices – Reminder Notices for Unpaid Taxes

These follow-up notices escalate in urgency if you don’t respond to the CP14 notice. The CP504 warns of possible collection actions, including levies.

Understanding IRS Letter CP504: Final Notice Before Levy

Receiving a CP504 notice from the IRS can be alarming, but understanding what it means and how to respond is essential to resolving the issue effectively. This letter is a “Notice of Intent to Levy” and is sent to taxpayers when they owe a balance to the IRS and have not responded to previous notices.

What Is IRS Letter CP504?

The CP504 is a serious notice from the IRS. It informs taxpayers that:

The IRS intends to levy (seize) state tax refunds to offset the tax debt.
The unpaid amount is subject to interest and penalties, which will continue to accrue until the balance is paid.
If no action is taken, the IRS may escalate its collection efforts, including garnishing wages, levying bank accounts, or seizing property.

This letter is typically sent after earlier notices, such as a CP14 or CP501, have gone unanswered.

Why Did You Receive This Letter?

The IRS sends a CP504 when:

You have an unpaid tax balance.
Previous notices requesting payment have not been addressed.
The IRS is escalating its collection process.

What Should You Do Next?

Ignoring a CP504 is not an option, as it can lead to severe financial consequences. Here are the steps you should take:

1. Review the Letter

Verify that the information in the notice is accurate, including the amount owed.
Check the tax year and type of tax (e.g., income tax) referenced in the letter.

2. Confirm the Debt

If you believe the balance is incorrect, review your tax return for that year.
Consider requesting an Account Transcript from the IRS to confirm the debt.

3. Act Quickly

The CP504 notice gives you a deadline to pay the balance or make arrangements. Typically, this is 30 days from the date of the letter.
Failing to respond will likely result in the IRS moving forward with enforced collection actions.

4. Pay the Balance or Set Up a Payment Plan

If you can afford to pay the balance in full, doing so will stop further collection activity.
If you cannot pay the full amount, consider setting up an Installment Agreement or applying for an Offer in Compromise (OIC).

5. Seek Professional Help

If you’re unable to pay or need assistance negotiating with the IRS, consulting with an EAS Certified Tax Resolution Specialist or a CPA experienced in tax resolution is highly recommended.

Potential Consequences of Ignoring CP504

If no action is taken after receiving a CP504, the IRS may escalate its collection efforts, including:

Levying State Tax Refunds: As the letter indicates, your state tax refunds can be seized.
Federal Tax Levy: This includes garnishing wages, seizing funds from bank accounts, or placing liens on property.
Accruing Penalties and Interest: The longer the debt remains unpaid, the more penalties and interest will add to your balance.

How to Avoid Future CP504 Notices

File Taxes on Time: Ensure all tax returns are filed promptly to avoid discrepancies.
Pay Taxes Due: Even if you cannot pay the full amount, pay as much as possible and set up an arrangement for the remainder.
Respond to IRS Notices: Early responses to CP14 or CP501 notices can prevent escalation to a CP504.

LT11/Letter 1058 – Final Notice of Intent to Levy

This notice indicates the IRS’s intention to seize assets if the balance remains unpaid. It includes information on your right to request a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing.
What to Do:
We’ll guide you through filing for a CDP hearing to stop the levy process and explore alternative resolutions.

Letter 226J – Employer Shared Responsibility Payment

This letter is sent to businesses for potential penalties under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for failing to provide adequate health insurance.
What to Do:
We’ll analyze the assessment, help you dispute errors if applicable, and work toward reducing or eliminating the penalties.

These notices warn of imminent levy actions on specific income sources, such as Social Security benefits.
What to Do:
Time is critical with these notices. We’ll act quickly to secure a resolution or prevent further action.

Letter 3219 – Notice of Deficiency

Also known as the “90-Day Letter,” this notice is issued if the IRS proposes a tax assessment you disagree with. You have 90 days to petition the Tax Court.
What to Do:
We’ll assist you in evaluating the proposed assessment and filing a Tax Court petition if needed.

Letter 4883C – Identity Verification

This letter requests that you verify your identity before the IRS processes your tax return.
What to Do:
We’ll guide you through the identity verification process to ensure your return is processed smoothly.

Form 668-W – Notice of Wage Garnishment

This form notifies your employer to garnish your wages for unpaid taxes.
What to Do:
We’ll help negotiate a release of the garnishment and work with the IRS to resolve the debt.

How We Help

At EAS Income Tax Services, we provide:

Expert Analysis: We’ll interpret the notice and identify its impact on your tax situation.
Clear Guidance: We’ll explain your options and help you choose the best course of action.
Tailored Solutions: Whether it’s negotiating a payment plan, submitting an offer in compromise, or disputing a notice, we’ll handle the details.
Stress-Free Representation: We’ll communicate directly with the IRS on your behalf, so you don’t have to.

Why Choose EAS Income Tax Services?

Led by Glen L Graves II, an Atlanta CPA and Certified Tax Resolution Specialist, our team combines deep expertise with a friendly, personalized approach. We’ve helped countless individuals and businesses resolve IRS issues and move forward with confidence.

If you’ve received an IRS notice, don’t wait! Contact EAS Income Tax Services today for professional, stress-free support.

Call us at (404) 719-0330, or email GLG@eas.tax to schedule a consultation. Let’s work together to resolve your IRS issues quickly and effectively.