Received an IRS Notice? What To Do First

IRS · Feb 25, 2026 · 6 min read

Received an IRS Notice? What To Do First

A calm, step-by-step response plan when you receive an IRS letter so you can act quickly and avoid escalation.

Read the notice fully and identify deadline, tax year, and issue.

Compare IRS details with your records before responding.

Respond on time and keep copies of all submitted documents.