IRS Letter 11, Now What?

IRS Letter 11, Now What?

August 29, 2026 · 21 min

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Eric Green discusses the critical steps tax professionals must take when a client receives IRS Letter 11 to protect against levies and ensure compliance.

IRS Letter 11 is one notice you—and your client—cannot afford to ignore. In this episode of the Tax Rep Network Podcast, Attorney Eric Green breaks down exactly what to do when a client receives an IRS Letter 11, the Final Notice of Intent to Levy and Notice of Your Right to a Collection Due Process Hearing. With automated IRS enforcement ramping up, understanding this notice—and acting before the deadline—is critical. Eric walks through the 30-day deadline for requesting a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing, how to properly file Form 12153, and why being able to prove timely filing matters. He also explains what happens if the 30-day deadline is missed and when an Equivalent Hearing may still be available. You’ll also learn why taxpayer compliance is essential, what to request on Form 12153 when you haven’t yet determined the best resolution strategy, and how to prepare for Appeals. Eric explains the practical differences between Forms 433-A, 433-F, and 433-H, including which financial statement to use when dealing with ACS. Letter 11 means the clock is running. This episode gives tax professionals a practical roadmap for protecting their clients from levies, preserving appeal…

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Organizations: IRS, Tax Rep Network

Products: Form 12153, Forms 433-A, 433-F, 433-H

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