IRS Notices & Letters
“Why would the IRS send me a notice saying I owe money when I don't understand it, is it valid?”
An IRS notice saying money is owed can be confusing, and the explanation often depends on how the return was processed, whether income or withholding information changed, and whether penalties or interest were added. The notice is generally considered valid if it comes from the IRS and includes identifying details, but the underlying balance can still reflect a mismatch, a filing issue, or a notice sent after a return adjustment. The wording, notice number, tax year, and any supporting records usually help show what the IRS is relying on and whether the amount matches the original filing. 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.
“The IRS says I owe money on a notice I don't understand, is it real?”
“I got an IRS notice saying I owe a large amount, but I don't understand it, is it legitimate?”
“How do I tell if an IRS notice saying I owe money is legitimate?”
“I received an IRS letter saying I owe a lot, but I can't make sense of it, is it valid?”
“A tax preparer promised me a massive refund using a secret self-employment tax credit, am I legally liable for fraud if they falsify my return to get the money?”
“Someone filed a fraudulent unemployment claim using my social security number and I received a 1099-G, how do I prove to the IRS that I did not receive this money?”
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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