IRS Notice CP297A: IRS has taken your assets for unpaid taxes
IRS Notice CP297A is a balance due letter from the IRS. The IRS says it levied your assets for unpaid taxes. A hearing before the levy was not offered because you, or someone before you, already asked for one in the last two years.
What this letter usually means
The IRS says it levied your assets for unpaid taxes. A hearing before the levy was not offered because you, or someone before you, already asked for one in the last two years. Compare the amount with your own payment records. If it looks wrong, the letter explains how to tell the IRS.
Category: You owe a balance
What people usually do first
Pay what you owe or ask for a payment agreement, and request a hearing on Form 12153 if you disagree.
What to have ready
- The CP297A notice, every page
- The phone number on the notice
- Form 12153 to request a hearing
- Form 2848 if someone will act for you
What may come next
This letter does not point to a specific follow-up letter. Any later step will be described in mail from the IRS.
Read the IRS page
The IRS letter itself is the final word on what it means for you. Read the IRS page for CP297A.
Common questions about CP297A
What is IRS notice CP297A?
The IRS says it levied your assets for unpaid taxes. A hearing before the levy was not offered because you, or someone before you, already asked for one in the last two years.
How long do I have to respond to a CP297A notice?
The date to respond or pay by, if there is one, is printed on your letter. Check it, and read the IRS page for CP297A for more.
Is a CP297A notice a scam?
A real CP297A comes by mail and should match your own records. You can also sign in to your IRS Online Account on irs.gov to see your account directly.
What should I have ready for a CP297A notice?
The CP297A notice, every page, The phone number on the notice, Form 12153 to request a hearing, Form 2848 if someone will act for you.
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