IRS Notice CP71C – Annual Balance Due Reminder Notice
CP71C is an annual statement of the total unpaid balance due.
Type of Notice: Unpaid balance
Likely next step: Address an IRS bill for unpaid taxes
Also see: IRS penalties
Why you received IRS Notice CP71C
- You have an unpaid tax balance that may be assigned to a revenue officer for collection action.
- The IRS is sending you a required annual statement of your balance due.
- The notice gives a date you should pay by to avoid additional collection actions.
Notice deadline: 21 days
If you miss the deadline: Additional penalties and interest will accumulate and the IRS may proceed with enforcement action, such as filing a lien or issuing a levy.
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