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CP304 notice explained, in the IRS’s own words
We sent you this notice because we couldn’t complete your Form 4506-C, IVES Request for Transcript of Tax Return PDF.
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What this notice is about
We sent you this notice because we couldn’t complete your Form 4506-C, IVES Request for Transcript of Tax Return PDF.
What you need to do
- Read your notice carefully. It will explain what you need to do to correct your request.
- Contact your third-party to resubmit a corrected Form 4506-C PDF.
- Contact us if you have questions about your taxpayer account.
You may want to
- Use the latest version of Form 4506-C PDF.
- Use the latest version of Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return, to request verification of non-filing.
- Update your name or address.
- Make sure your returns don't have a mistake. If they do, file Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, to correct any mistakes.
- Keep a copy of the notice for your records.
- Correct the copy of your tax return that you kept for your records.
- Order a transcript of your return, if needed.
- Learn more about your payment options if you owe additional taxes.
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.