IRS Letter 4552C – Payer Inquiry

 

The IRS needs clarification of your business’ income.

Type of Notice: Return accuracy

Most common tax problem area: Business audits

Why you received IRS Letter 4552C

  1. You received a Letter 2030 or 2531 from the IRS that said that your business income may be underreported.
  2. The IRS sent Letter 4552C to request that you clarify the business’ income. A form is sometimes attached that should be completed by an employer or payer and returned to the IRS.

Your options to address IRS Letter 4552C

  1. Provide the documentation requested

Notice deadline: None specified

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