Understanding the IRS Substitute for Return
Click to ask Mike Ask Mike The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Substitute for Return (SFR) is a term many taxpayers
NOTICE CP518B
IRS Notice CP518B is a final reminder notice that the IRS has no record of receiving your tax return(s) for the tax year(s) listed on the notice. The IRS sends this notice after sending you previous notices and receiving no response.
Reasons why it happened:There are a few reasons why you may have received IRS Notice CP518B:
- You may have forgotten to file your tax return(s).
- Your tax return(s) may have been lost in the mail.
- Your tax return(s) may have been rejected by the IRS due to errors or incomplete information.
- You may be the victim of identity theft and someone filed a fraudulent tax return in your name.
If you receive IRS Notice CP518B, you should take the following steps:
- Review the notice carefully to make sure that the information is correct.
- If you have already filed your tax return(s), check to make sure that the IRS received them. You can do this by checking your IRS account online or by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-1040.
- If you have not filed your tax return(s), you should file them immediately. You can file your tax return(s) online, by mail, or through a tax professional.
- If you are unsure how to proceed, you should contact the IRS for assistance.
- File your tax return(s) on time.
- Make sure to mail your tax return(s) early enough to ensure that they are received by the IRS by the due date.
- If you are filing your tax return(s) electronically, make sure to file them directly through the IRS website or through an authorized tax software provider.
- Keep a copy of your tax return(s) for your records.
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