Notice CP259 - Estimated Tax Penalty
IRC Section: IRC § 6654
Response Deadline: 60 days
This notice informs you that you owe an estimated tax penalty because you didn't make enough estimated tax payments during the year.
Common Triggers
- Insufficient estimated payments
- Self-employment income
- Investment income
Resolution Steps
- Step 1: Review the penalty calculation
- Step 2: Check if you qualify for penalty abatement
- Step 3: Contact us to discuss exception options
- Step 4: Set up estimated payments for next year
- Step 5: Consider adjusting W-4 withholding
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