You got a letter from the IRS — what should you do? Open it and read it carefully; don’t toss it or panic. Most IRS letters and notices concern a specific issue on your federal tax return or account — a correction, a balance due, a request for more information, or a credit question —…
How can I tell if an IRS letter is real or a scam in 2026? The IRS’s paper-check phase-out has triggered an unprecedented wave of legitimate letters asking taxpayers for bank account information — which looks suspiciously like a scam. Always verify by logging into your IRS online account at IRS.gov, where every real notice…
Can my partnership or nonprofit now access the IRS Business Tax Account? Yes — the IRS Business Tax Account has expanded in 2026 to include partnerships, government entities, and tax-exempt organizations, giving millions more entities digital access to their federal tax information without relying on paper or phone. For years, small business owners, CPAs, and…
What can you do with an IRS online account, and how does it help tax professionals? An IRS online account gives individual taxpayers 24/7 access to their tax records, payments, refund status, and identity protection tools — and when paired with a tax professional’s Tax Pro Account, it enables fully digital authorizations that replace paper…
What should I do if I haven’t received my W-2 or 1099? If your missing W-2 or missing 1099 tax documents are late, you have several IRS-approved options to file on time, including checking your IRS Online Account, contacting your employer, or using Form 4852 as a substitute. Dealing with a missing W-2 or missing…
