What this letter means
The IRS intends to take your state tax refund and may start taking other property or rights to property.
Why you probably got it
Several notices about a balance due went unanswered or unpaid.
Your deadline
Act by the date on the notice. This notice can also lead to your passport being flagged if the debt is large enough.
What to do next
- Treat this as urgent. Levies on bank accounts and wages can follow.
- Set up a payment plan or other arrangement right away.
- Keep copies of every letter and write down every call.
- This is a good time to get professional help.
Scam check: The IRS starts contact by mail. It will never demand payment by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency, or threaten immediate arrest. Pay only at IRS.gov or by check to the U.S. Treasury, and confirm any phone number at IRS.gov before calling.
This is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice for your specific situation. Every case is different. Always check the dates and amounts printed on your own documents.
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