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You submitted a written request for a Collection Due Process (CDP) equivalent hearing. The IRS Independent Office of Appeals (Appeals) made a decision and you agreed with the decision.
This letter is from an IRS Appeals Officer confirming that the CDP equivalent hearing is concluded and you agreed with the decision and did not raise issues on the timeliness of your hearing request. Your case is being returned to the IRS Collection office for action consistent with the agreed upon decision.
You have an unpaid tax liability for one or more tax periods. The IRS either issued you a notice of intent to levy or filed an NFTL. You have exercised your appeal rights and either made a timely request for a CDP or an EH.
You did not timely request a CDP hearing but were afforded an “equivalent hearing” that is similar to a CDP hearing. Appeals made a decision on your appeal request and you agreed with the decision.
You can contact the IRS employee whose information is provided at the top of the letter.
Such as an installment agreement or an offer in compromise, you’ll need to make timely payments based on your agreement with the IRS. You’ll also need to stay current with your tax return filing and tax paying obligations during the time of the agreement, and if you enter into an offer in compromise, for five years after the IRS accepts your offer.
You could also review information regarding collection alternatives and resolutions:
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Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITCs) assist individuals whose income is below a certain level who need to resolve tax problems with the IRS. They also provide education, outreach, and information on taxpayer rights to individuals who speak English as a second language. LITCs represent taxpayers in disputes before the IRS and courts and help taxpayers respond to IRS notices and correct account problems. Services are offered for free or a small fee. LITCs are independent from the IRS and TAS. For more information or to find an LITC near you, see the LITC Page or Publication 4134, Low Income Taxpayer Clinic List. You can also request Pub. 4134 by calling 800-TAX-FORM (800-829-3676).
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