How long does the IRS Penalty Abatement process take?
A tax abatement is usually rare, but there are two exceptions of circumstances where the IRS can withdraw a penalty. First, if you fail to pay fines, and secondly, if you fail to file your taxes returns. However, you have to make a written or verbal request for the reduction.
Anthem Tax will guide you through the process. It is up to you whether to call or email us. If it is your first time dealing with the IRS, we will provide you instructions on how to request a refund or reduction.
Therefore, when requesting tax reduction for the first time, we will help. Naturally, a call will save you time and shorten the delays of waiting for the IRS. Moreover, we will answer your call immediately.
However, there are times when they will advise you to make a written request to their offices. So, write a letter requesting the first-time abatement or send a Form843. Usually, written requests for reduction take up to two to three months for complete processing.
On the other hand, whenever you call for a reasonable cause reduction, you should have a penalty of less than $500. In this case, the IRS customer support will ask for more information then ask you to send a written request. If you are lucky, they will give you an immediate response.
