IRS Notices & Letters
“I got an IRS notice I can't understand that says I owe money, is this legitimate?”
An IRS notice that says you owe money can be legitimate, but the details matter, including the notice number, the tax year involved, and whether it matches prior returns or account activity. Many notices are routine and reflect a balance due, a proposed adjustment, or a request for more information, while others can be tied to identity theft or a scam letter. The wording, return address, and any account references often help show whether it came from the IRS or from a third party. Reviewing the notice carefully and comparing it with your records can clarify what is being claimed. 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.
“I got an IRS notice saying I owe money, but I don't understand it, could it be legit?”
“I got a confusing IRS notice saying I owe money, how do I know if it's legitimate?”
“My IRS notice says I owe a lot, but I'm not sure what it means, is it legitimate?”
“I received an IRS notice claiming I owe money, and I don't understand why, is it legitimate?”
“I got a CP2000 notice from the IRS, what does it mean and what do I do?”
“I got a CP14 notice from the IRS, what does it mean and what do I do?”
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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