The IRS sent Letter 12C to inform you that additional information is needed to process the return filed. This letter is frequently used to reconcile payments of the Advanced Premium Tax Credit.

What is a tax deficiency notice?

A notice of deficiency is a legal determination by the IRS of a taxpayer’s tax deficiency. It is an official written claim that a taxpayer owes additional income tax (and often interest on that amount, plus additional penalties).

What happens if you don’t respond to IRS letter 12c?

If you do not respond to the notice, the IRS may adjust your return and reduce your refund or increase the tax due, thus requiring additional payment from you.

What to do if you get a cp21b or cp21c IRS Notice?

A CP21B is an indicator that you will receive a refund, and a CP21C shows that you will not receive a refund, and you neither owe an additional amount nor will you receive a refund. If you disagree with the CP21C notice or need to make further corrections, you will need to file Form 1040X, “Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return.”

What’s the difference between a cp21b and cp21c?

The difference in the two forms is whether or not you’ll be receiving a refund because of those changes. A CP21B is an indicator that you will receive a refund, and a CP21C shows that you will not receive a refund, and you neither owe an additional amount nor will you receive a refund.

When to call the toll free number on a cp210 notice?

If you don’t owe other taxes or debts we’re required to collect, such as child support, and 3 weeks have lapsed, call us at the toll-free number listed on the top right corner of your notice. Will I receive information about the interest that I need to report on my next tax return?

When do I get my cp21b check after 5 weeks?

I recieved a cp21b stating i will be getting a check in 2-3 weeks. It’s been 5 weeks and still no check. What do I do? June 5, 2019 12:10 PM