IRS 2023 Audit Letter Requiring Response by November 9 - Can't Find Requested Documents After Viewing Online Account

Just checked my IRS account and saw I have an open audit for 2023. I'm freaking out a little bit. When I log into sa.www4.irs.gov/ola, I can see all the details about my audit status. It shows that the audit officially started on 05/29/2024, and they sent their most recent letter on 10/26/2024. Under the "Open Audits" section for Tax Year 2023, it clearly displays: - Start Date: 05/29/2024 - Letter Issued Date (Most Recent): 10/26/2024 - Response Due Date: 11/10/2024 - Additional Information Required There's a note that says "The IRS sent a letter requesting additional information. Please refer to that letter for detailed instructions." But that's the problem - I can't remember exactly what the letter said, and now I'm worried because the response due date of November 10th is coming up really soon. When I look at my IRS account online at sa.www4.irs.gov/ola, it just gives me this basic information without the specifics of what they actually need from me. The website shows the "Open Audits" section very clearly, but under "Additional Information Required" it simply states "The IRS sent a letter requesting additional information. Please refer to that letter for detailed instructions." Has anyone dealt with this before? What kind of info do they usually ask for in these audit letters? I'm getting anxious because I only have until November 10th to respond, and I want to make sure I handle this correctly. Should I call the IRS directly if I can't find the letter? Really need to figure this out ASAP.

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Millie Long

The IRS account screenshot shows an active audit for tax year 2023 with several key dates you need to be aware of. The audit was initiated on May 28, 2024, and the IRS sent their most recent correspondence on October 25, 2024. Most critically, you have until November 9, 2024, to respond with the requested additional information. The system indicates this is under "Open Audits" (as opposed to Closed Audits), meaning this matter is still pending and requires your attention. When the IRS system shows "Additional Information Required," this typically signals a documentation request, which could be a CP75 or CP75A letter asking you to verify specific items on your return. The URL shown (sa.www4.irs.gov/ola) is the official IRS online account portal where you're viewing this information. While the portal tells you to refer to the physical letter for detailed instructions, it's important to note that the IRS has confirmed this letter was sent to your current address on file. Given the 15-day response window between the letter date (10/25) and due date (11/09), this appears to be a standard IRS information request rather than a full field audit. You should locate and review the physical letter immediately to ensure you meet the November 9 deadline.

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