IRS Notices & Letters
Fast, accurate responses to IRS and state tax notices such as CP2000, CP14 and identity verification letters.
How BATS handles irs notices & letters
Many IRS notices are automated and can be resolved with one well-prepared response, but deadlines are short and ignoring a notice makes it worse. Send us the letter and we explain what it means, check whether the IRS is right and respond for you.
We work with clients in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., so state-specific rules are covered whether you are in one state or several.
Who this is for
- Anyone who received an IRS or state tax notice
- Taxpayers with CP2000 proposed-change notices
- Businesses with payroll or information-return notices
- People asked to verify their identity before a refund is released
Everything covered in this service
Plain-English explanation of the notice
Check of the IRS figures against your records
Written response with supporting documents
Calls to the IRS on your behalf
Follow-up until the account is corrected
Identity theft and refund hold assistance
The paperwork behind irs notices & letters
| CP14 | Balance due notice |
|---|---|
| CP2000 | Proposed changes because income reported to the IRS doesn't match your return |
| CP12 | The IRS corrected a math error and changed your refund or balance |
| CP501, CP503, CP504 | Increasingly urgent reminders about an unpaid balance |
| LT11 / Letter 1058 | Final notice of intent to levy and your right to a hearing |
| Letter 5071C | Identity verification before a return is processed |
What we'll need from you
Have these ready and your first meeting goes much faster. Don't worry if something is missing; we'll help you find it.
- The notice (every page)
- The return for the year the notice concerns
- Records supporting what you reported
How it works, step by step
Send the notice
Upload a copy of the letter and the return it relates to.
Diagnose
We confirm what the IRS is asking and whether it is correct.
Respond
We respond before the deadline with documentation.
Confirm
We follow up until your account shows the correction.
Why clients choose BATS for irs notices & letters
We speak to the IRS
With your authorisation, the IRS contacts us instead of you.
Transcript-first
We start from your IRS records so nothing is missed.
Honest options
We tell you which programs you actually qualify for.
Compliance going forward
We keep current filings on track so a resolution holds.
IRS Notices & Letters FAQs
11 answers to the questions clients ask us most. Don't see yours? Ask us directly.
What is a CP2000?
A notice proposing changes because income reported to the IRS does not match your return. It is not a bill, and you can agree or dispute it.
How long do I have to respond?
It depends on the notice, often 30 days. Check the date on the letter and send it to us promptly.
Is the letter real?
The IRS first contacts people by mail, not by text or social media. We can verify a notice for you.
Should I call the IRS myself?
You can, but hold times are long. As an authorised representative we can use the IRS Practitioner Priority Service and handle the call for you.
What if the notice is wrong?
Respond by the deadline with an explanation and supporting documents. Many notices are resolved with one clear response.
The IRS changed my refund. What can I do?
If you received a math error notice such as a CP12 and disagree, you generally have 60 days to ask the IRS to reverse the change.
How can I tell if a notice is genuine?
Check the notice number on IRS.gov and log in to your IRS online account to see if it shows the same balance. We can verify it for you.
I think someone filed a return in my name. What now?
We help you file Form 14039, respond to identity verification letters and set up an Identity Protection PIN for future years.
Who will represent me before the IRS?
Representation before the IRS is limited by Treasury Circular 230 to CPAs, enrolled agents and attorneys. Your case is handled by a credentialed representative who signs Form 2848 with you.
Will hiring you stop IRS collection?
Not automatically. Collection usually pauses once a resolution request, such as an installment agreement or appeal, is properly filed. We move quickly to get that protection in place.
What does resolution cost?
It depends on the number of years and the complexity of the case. We review your IRS transcripts first, then give you a written quote.
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- South Carolina
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- Texas
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- Virginia
- Washington
- Washington, D.C.
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Popular cities
- Birmingham, AL
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- Bridgeport, CT
- Wilmington, DE
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