IRS Notices & Letters

“I got a CP12 notice from the IRS, what does it mean and what do I do?”

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A CP12 notice usually means the IRS made a change to a filed return and, in many cases, the change affects the refund amount. The meaning often depends on what the IRS adjusted, whether the return was filed electronically or on paper, and whether the notice shows a balance due, a reduced refund, or no further action needed. The notice language, the tax year involved, and any supporting records for credits, income, or withholding are often the key items to review when figuring out the next step. A targeted review with a CPA can turn the uncertainty into a clear next step.

In your 30-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:

  • Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
  • Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
  • Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
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This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.

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