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LT11

Final Notice of Intent to Levy

Complete guide for tax professionals on responding to IRS LT11 notices, including deadlines, required documentation, and response strategies.

Response Deadline

30 days

Immediate action required to prevent levy

IRS: 1-800-829-1040View on IRS.gov

What Triggers This IRS Notice

  • 1All previous collection notices have been ignored
  • 2No payment arrangement exists
  • 3IRS is proceeding with enforced collection

What the IRS Is Claiming

  • This is your FINAL notice before levy
  • You have the right to a Collection Due Process hearing
  • The IRS will begin seizing assets after the deadline

Key Deadlines and Response Timelines

You have 30 days from the date of this notice to request a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing. This is your last opportunity to halt levy action.

What Happens If You Do Not Respond

  • Bank accounts will be levied
  • Wages will be garnished
  • Property can be seized and sold
  • Social Security benefits can be levied (up to 15%)
  • Passport may be revoked for seriously delinquent debt

Documentation Commonly Required

Copy of the LT11 notice
Form 12153 (CDP hearing request)
Complete financial documentation
All prior correspondence with IRS

When IRS Information Is Incorrect

  • 1
    Request CDP hearing to dispute the liability
  • 2
    Raise collection alternatives at the hearing
  • 3
    Challenge the appropriateness of collection action

How Tax Professionals Typically Respond

  1. 1

    IMMEDIATELY request Collection Due Process hearing

  2. 2

    File Form 12153 within 30 days - no exceptions

  3. 3

    Prepare financial documentation for alternatives

  4. 4

    Consider bankruptcy consultation if appropriate

  5. 5

    Do not ignore - levy action WILL proceed

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