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What is IRS Letter 6185?

 

IRS Letter 6185 notifies you about unpaid employment taxes or related penalties and interest. It may also come as a result of failing to deposit payroll taxes properly, especially if you're a small business owner or operate a crypto business with contractors or employees.

What is IRS Letter 6185?

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IRS Letter 6185 notifies you about unpaid employment taxes or related penalties and interest. It may also come as a result of failing to deposit payroll taxes properly, especially if you're a small business owner or operate a crypto business with contractors or employees.

Why Do Crypto Businesses Receive IRS Letter 6185?

Crypto-related businesses often trigger this letter by misclassifying payments or missing deposit deadlines.

What to do next:

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1: Review the tax periods and payment records listed

 

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2: Review the tax periods and payment records listed

 

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3: Dispute it only if you have strong records showing compliance

When to Seek Professional Help

Whether you run a crypto LLC, DAO, or are an independent operator, CryptoTaxAudit can help you resolve IRS Letter 6185 and avoid escalating penalties.

Additional Resources

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