How To Write a Letter of Explanation to the IRS. From Success Tax Relief.

How to write a letter of explanation to the IRS regarding an inquiry sent to you from the experts at Success Tax Relief. For more articles on taxes and dealing with the IRS, visit www.successtaxrelief.com

1. How To Write a Letter of Explanation to the IRS From the team at Success Tax Relief

2. How to Write to the IRS… If you’ve been contacted by the IRS requesting an adjustment to a recent return, a request for additional documentation, or a notification of a late payment, you need to know how to respond.

3. How to Write to the IRS… Respond quickly and adhere to deadlines. Check for any included instructions, directions, and dates. Adhere to them carefully. Clearly address all their concerns. Gather all required documentation and copies. Be neat, orderly, and concise. Respond to every issue raised. Provide documentation to support your perspective. Send a copy of anything requested. Provide proof to backup your points.

4. Include accurate contact information and personally sign your letter. Make it easy for them to get back to you. Personally date and sign your letter. If you suspect a mistake respectfully explain clearly and concisely. Be professional and direct. Outline your points clearly with explanations. Provide proof to back up your argument. Leave a paper trail. Keep track of everything you receive and send. Make copies of everything received and sent. Document dates of everything received and sent. How to Write to the IRS…

5. Sample Letter   Date Internal Revenue Service Street Address City, State, Zip Code (This address should be the same one featured on the letter you received personally)   Taxpayer SSN: Street Address City, State, Zip Code Tax Period: Tax Form: Tax Period Ending:     To Whom It May Concern:   I am writing in response to the letter dated --/--/---- from you concerning ----.   I have carefully reviewed the information provided to me in this letter, which indicates that I [failed to report income related to a small contract position.] My records indicate that this income was included in my tax return and I have included an additional copy of the tax records that reference this income. Please adjust your records to reflect this and do not hesitate to contact me at the address listed above with any additional questions. I can also be reached by phone at (###) ###-####. Many thanks for your attention to this matter.   Sincerely,   Your Name ( enclosed)

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