{"id":20066,"date":"2017-06-14T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-14T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/"},"modified":"2024-02-02T15:55:14","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T21:55:14","slug":"irs-notice-cp11a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/irs\/audits-and-tax-notices\/irs-notice-cp11a\/","title":{"rendered":"IRS Notice CP11A – Earned Income Credit Error, Amount Due"},"content":{"rendered":"

The IRS changed the earned income tax credit you claimed on your return because of an error in calculating the credit. This change resulted in an additional tax balance due.<\/h2>\n
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Type of notice:<\/strong> Return accuracy<\/p>\n

Likely next step:<\/strong> Address a return or account problem<\/a><\/p>\n

Also see:<\/strong> IRS bill for unpaid taxes<\/a><\/p>\n

Why you received IRS Notice CP11A<\/h3>\n
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  1. You filed a tax return and claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit<\/a> (EITC).<\/li>\n
  2. The IRS reviewed the return and discovered tax return errors in calculating the EITC.<\/li>\n
  3. The IRS made an adjustment to the return, resulting in a balance due.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Notice deadline: <\/strong>60 days<\/p>\n

    If you miss the deadline:<\/strong> The IRS may forward your case for audit. You will lose your formal right to appeal the additional tax, penalties and interest.<\/p>\n

    Want more help?<\/h3>\n

    Your tax professional can deal with the IRS for you. Learn more about H&R Block\u2019s Tax Audit & Notice Services<\/a>. Or make an appointment for a free consultation with a local tax professional by calling 855-536-6504<\/strong> or finding a local tax pro<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    The IRS changed the earned income tax credit you claimed on your return because of an error in calculating the credit. This change resulted in an additional tax balance due. 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