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CP75

Exam Notice - EITC

Complete guide for tax professionals on responding to IRS CP75 notices, including deadlines, required documentation, and response strategies.

What Triggers This IRS Notice

  • 1EITC or other refundable credit is being examined
  • 2IRS needs to verify qualifying children
  • 3Income verification required
  • 4Residency or relationship verification needed

What the IRS Is Claiming

  • IRS is examining your Earned Income Tax Credit claim
  • Documentation is required to verify eligibility
  • Refund is held pending examination

Key Deadlines and Response Timelines

You have 30 days to provide the requested documentation. Failure to respond will result in denial of the credit and possible additional tax owed.

What Happens If You Do Not Respond

  • EITC will be denied if documentation not provided
  • May be banned from claiming EITC for 2-10 years
  • Additional tax and penalties may be assessed
  • Refund will not be released

Documentation Commonly Required

Birth certificates for qualifying children
School records showing child's address
Medical records showing child's address
Proof of relationship (adoption papers, etc.)
Proof of income (pay stubs, employer letter)
Proof of residency (lease, utility bills)

When IRS Information Is Incorrect

  • 1
    Provide documentation proving eligibility
  • 2
    Explain any discrepancies
  • 3
    Request appeals conference if denied

How Tax Professionals Typically Respond

  1. 1

    Gather all requested documentation immediately

  2. 2

    Respond within 30 days with complete package

  3. 3

    Use certified mail with return receipt

  4. 4

    Keep copies of everything submitted

  5. 5

    Follow up if no response within 60 days

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