Clear Tax Notice is an independent informational service designed to help individuals understand IRS correspondence. Each year, the Internal Revenue Service distributes over 200 million notices to taxpayers. The majority of recipients are not tax professionals and may find the language, codes, and procedural references in these notices difficult to interpret.
This service accepts an IRS notice number or letter text, processes it using an AI analysis system, and returns a structured plain-language report. The report is intended to help the recipient understand what the notice is communicating, what action — if any — is being requested, and what the consequences of inaction may be.
Clear Tax Notice does not provide legal advice, file responses with the IRS, represent taxpayers, or act in any professional capacity. Users requiring formal representation or advice should consult a licensed CPA, Enrolled Agent, or tax attorney.
Each analysis report contains the following seven components:
- 1Plain-Language ExplanationA clear, jargon-free description of what the notice means and the reason the IRS issued it.
- 2Severity AssessmentA rated assessment of urgency — Low, Moderate, or High — with a visual indicator scale.
- 3Response DeadlineThe specific timeframe or date by which a response or payment is required, if applicable.
- 4IRS Request SummaryA clear statement of what the IRS is asking for — payment, documentation, a response, or no action.
- 5Recommended Next StepOne specific, actionable instruction for what the recipient should do first.
- 6Common Errors to AvoidThe most frequently made mistake associated with this notice type that may worsen the recipient's situation.
- 7Printable PDF ReportA formatted, printer-ready version of the complete analysis for personal records or professional consultation.
| Step 1 | Locate the notice number in the upper-right corner of your IRS letter. It will appear in a format such as CP2000, CP14, LT11, or CP503. |
| Step 2 | Enter the notice number in the submission form below. If the notice number is not visible or available, you may paste the full letter text as an alternative input method. |
| Step 3 | Provide your email address to receive a copy of the completed analysis for your records. |
| Step 4 | Complete the one-time $9.00 payment via Stripe. Payment is processed securely. No subscription or recurring charges apply. |
| Step 5 | Your analysis report will be generated and displayed within approximately 60 seconds. A printable version is available immediately upon delivery. |
The following is a partial list of IRS notice types covered by this service. If your notice number does not appear below, you may still submit it — the system is capable of analyzing the majority of IRS correspondence.
| Notice | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| CP14 | First notice of a balance due on unpaid taxes | Moderate |
| CP2000 | Proposed changes due to unreported income discrepancy | Moderate |
| CP503 | Second reminder of an unpaid balance | Moderate |
| CP504 | Final notice of intent to levy state tax refund | High |
| LT11 | Final notice of intent to levy — legal right to hearing | High |
| CP90 | Final notice before federal tax levy is issued | High |
| CP05 | Notice that refund is being held pending review | Low |
| CP12 | Overpayment credited or refund adjusted | Low |
| CP3219A | Statutory notice of deficiency — 90-day letter | High |
| CP2501 | Income reported does not match IRS records | Moderate |
| CP75 | Audit of Earned Income Tax Credit claim | Moderate |
| LT16 | Balance due — tax return not filed | Moderate |