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IRS Notice CP77 – Intent to Seize Your Assets and Notice of Your Right to a Hearing

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The IRS is preparing to issue a levy against Alaska Permanent Fund Dividends owed to you. The IRS also has the right to file a lien.

Type of notice: Unpaid balance

Possible next step: Address a bill for unpaid taxes

Also see: IRS penalties

Why you received IRS Notice CP77

  1. You filed an individual tax return.
  2. The tax return filed resulted in a balance due.
  3. You have not responded to previous attempts by the IRS to collect the balance due.
  4. You are eligible for the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividends.
  5. The IRS sent CP77 as the final notice prior to filing a levy against the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend payments owed to you and prior to filing a lien. You have the right to appeal the proposed levy/lien.

Notice deadline: 30 days

If you miss the deadline: The IRS will issue a levy against your Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend payments and may also issue a notice of federal tax lien.

Want more help?

Your tax professional can deal with the IRS for you. Learn more about H&R Block’s Tax Audit & Notice Services. Or make an appointment for a free consultation with a local tax professional by calling 855-536-6504 or finding a local tax pro.

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