IRS Notices & Letters
“I got an IRS notice saying I owe money and I don't understand it, is it real?”
An IRS notice that says money is owed can be real, but the details matter, especially the notice number, the taxpayer information shown, and whether the balance ties to a filed return or an IRS adjustment. In many cases, notice language, account transcripts, and the mailing method help show whether it is an official IRS communication or a scam. It also matters whether the notice refers to a recent return, an older balance, or a proposed change based on income or credits. Checking the sender details and the account information often helps clarify what is happening. A focused session can map this against your actual situation in plain English.
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.
“The IRS sent me a letter claiming I owe $25,000, how do I know if it's legitimate?”
“I received an IRS notice I can't make sense of, and it says I owe $25,000, is this official?”
“My IRS letter says I owe a large balance and I don't understand why, is it a real notice?”
“How can I tell if an IRS notice saying I owe $25,000 is 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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