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In the IRS’s own words · not reviewed by VALID
3164 letter explained, in the IRS’s own words
We plan to contact third parties about your tax liability, such as a neighbor, a bank, an employer, or employees.
Read the full 3164 page on irs.gov ↗
What this letter is about
We plan to contact third parties about your tax liability, such as a neighbor, a bank, an employer, or employees.
You may want to
- Respond to any outstanding requests for information.
- Contact us if you have questions.
What type of information will you share with third parties?
We generally share limited information, such as your name. The law prevents us from disclosing more information than needed to obtain or verify information.
How long will you be contacting third parties?
The timeframe is on your letter, but not more than one year.
How will I know who you contact?
You can request a list of our contacts at any time. The list will include names of third parties we contacted, except any exempt from reporting requirements, or those fearing reprisal. You can request a list orally or in writing by contacting the person shown on your letter.
What to do next
- Write down the date on the letter today.
- Look the number up on irs.gov yourself. Don’t trust a link or phone number from anyone else.
- If it says you owe money or proposes changes to your return, take it to a licensed CPA, EA or tax attorney before that date.
Not advice. Not a filing. Verify with a licensed professional. Rules change by year and facts.