IRS Notice Assistance

IRS and Colorado Tax Notice Review

CPA of Denver reviews IRS and Colorado tax notices to identify the tax year, issue, response deadline and records needed to evaluate the notice. Start with the complete notice rather than a summary of the balance or proposed adjustment.

What to Provide Before a Notice Review

• Every page of the notice and any earlier correspondence about the same issue.
• The affected federal and state returns, payment confirmations and account records.
• Forms W-2, 1099 or other documents relevant to an income mismatch or documentation request.
• Any response already sent and the deadline shown on the notice.

Common review topics include CP2000 income-matching proposals, balance-due notices, missing-return inquiries and requests for supporting records. A notice is not enough by itself to determine whether an amended return or payment is appropriate.

Response Deadlines and Engagement Scope

The scope review identifies whether you need notice analysis, response preparation, additional return work or other assistance. Written responses, amended returns and representation are included only when expressly accepted in the engagement. Share records through the agreed secure process and allow time before the stated response deadline.

If a notice concerns an unfiled year, review late and catch-up return preparation. For a focused question, see the CPA consultation scope; substantive response work requires its own agreed scope.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I respond directly to an IRS notice?

Do not ignore it, but first verify the tax year, deadline, proposed adjustment, and whether the IRS information is accurate.

What should I provide for a notice review?

Provide the complete notice, the affected return, supporting records, and any prior correspondence or payments.

Related Tax Services

• Late and Catch-Up Tax Returns
• Individual Tax Preparation (Form 1040)
• Tax Planning for Individuals and Business Owners