In view to the above, I would like to request and appeal for a complete, full waiver of any late penalty imposed unto me as I strongly felt unjustified. Your highest degree of attention to my appeal herein is much appreciated indeed. I would hereby look forward to receiving your positive feedback at your earliest.
IRS Penalty Abatement Request Letter State the type of penalty you want removed. Include an explanation of the events and specific facts and circumstances of your situation, and explain how these events were outside of your control. Attach documents that will prove your case.
Steps Format a business letter. Add the IRS address. Include your personal information. Insert your salutation. Include a copy of the notice you received from the IRS. Identify the information you are providing. Close the letter on a friendly note. Identify any enclosures.
In the body of the letter, explain the reason for your request for penalty waiver. Be factual and provide specific details about your circumstances. If you are claiming reasonable cause, provide supporting evidence to back up your claim.
Waiver letters are usually brief and limited to two or three paragraphs. Stick to the facts. Don't exaggerate the reasons why you require the waiver or dramatize your situation. Include evidence that supports your reasons for requesting a waiver such as names, dates or anything else that backs up what you say.
Your hardship letter to the IRS should include your personal details, the reason for your hardship, and a detailed explanation of your financial situation including monthly income, expenses, and debts.
You don't need to specify First Time Abate or provide supporting documents in your request for relief. We will review your account information to see if you meet the requirements for First Time Abate. If you choose not to call, send a written statement or Form 843, Claim for Refund and Request for Abatement.
IRS Penalty Abatement Request Letter State the type of penalty you want removed. Include an explanation of the events and specific facts and circumstances of your situation, and explain how these events were outside of your control. Attach documents that will prove your case.
Steps Format a business letter. Add the IRS address. Include your personal information. Insert your salutation. Include a copy of the notice you received from the IRS. Identify the information you are providing. Close the letter on a friendly note. Identify any enclosures.
Definition. A standard of proof that is applied to a set of facts or actions to prove whether a reasonable person would have come to the same conclusion or acted in the same way given the totality of the circumstances.