IRS Notice Decoder
Got a letter from the IRS? Find your notice below for a plain-English explanation of what it means and exactly what to do next.
Final Notice — Intent to Levy
Deadline: 30 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Final Notice of Intent to Levy — CDP Hearing Rights
Deadline: 30 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Intent to Seize Social Security Benefits
Deadline: 30 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →ACS Final Notice of Intent to Levy
Deadline: 30 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Unfiled Tax Returns Notice
Deadline: Respond as soon as possible — typically within 30 days to avoid IRS substitute filing
See what to do →Private Debt Collector Assignment Notice
Deadline: Respond promptly — your debt is now actively being pursued by a private collection agency
See what to do →Intent to Levy — Business Tax Debt
Deadline: 30 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Second Balance Due Reminder
Deadline: 21 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Third Balance Due Reminder — Escalation Warning
Deadline: Respond as soon as possible — no statutory deadline, but CP504 typically follows within weeks
See what to do →Intent to Terminate Installment Agreement
Deadline: 30 days from the date on the notice to resolve the default before the agreement is terminated
See what to do →First Balance Due Notice
Deadline: 21 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Underreporter Inquiry — Income Discrepancy
Deadline: 60 days from the date on the notice to respond (30 days to agree or disagree)
See what to do →Tax Return Changes — Amount Now Due
Deadline: 21 days from the date on the notice
See what to do →Annual Reminder of Balance Due
Deadline: No immediate deadline — but the balance continues to accrue interest and penalties
See what to do →Refund Offset Applied to Tax Debt
Deadline: No immediate action required — review the offset and contact IRS if you believe it was applied in error
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