{"id":20061,"date":"2017-06-14T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-14T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resource-center.hrblock.com\/"},"modified":"2020-06-08T17:32:13","modified_gmt":"2020-06-08T22:32:13","slug":"irs-notice-cp2501","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hrbcomlnp.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/irs\/audits-and-tax-notices\/irs-notice-cp2501\/","title":{"rendered":"IRS Notice CP2501 – Your Tax Return Doesn’t Match the Information the IRS has on File"},"content":{"rendered":"

The IRS Automated Underreporter (AUR) unit is requesting an explanation to resolve an income discrepancy.<\/h2>\n
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Type of notice: <\/strong>Return accuracy<\/p>\n

Likely next step:<\/strong> Handle a CP2000 underreporter inquiry<\/a><\/p>\n

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

Why you received IRS Notice CP2501<\/h3>\n
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  1. The IRS discovered a difference between income reported on your tax return and income reported to the IRS by employers, banks and other payers.<\/li>\n
  2. The IRS is requesting an explanation of the difference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Notice deadline:<\/strong> 30 days<\/p>\n

    If you miss the deadline:<\/strong> The IRS will send you a notice with proposed changes to your tax return and the amount of 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 Automated Underreporter (AUR) unit is requesting an explanation to resolve an income discrepancy. 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