What is IRS Letter 6253 or 6253-A?

IRS Letter 6253/6253-A is a proposed adjustment letter that tells you the IRS has found discrepancies in your tax return. It provides detailed changes to your reported income, deductions, or credits, and gives you a chance to agree or disagree before final assessment.

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What is IRS Letter 6253 or 6253-A?

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IRS Letter 6253/6253-A is a proposed adjustment letter that tells you the IRS has found discrepancies in your tax return. It provides detailed changes to your reported income, deductions, or credits, and gives you a chance to agree or disagree before final assessment.

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Why does the IRS send Letter 6253 or 6253-A?

This can happen if you omitted crypto income reported on a 1099‑K, 1099‑B, or 1099‑DA.

What to do next:

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1: Carefully review each proposed change

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2: Respond with documentation or amended returns if you disagree

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3: If correct, pay the amount or request a payment plan

When to Seek Professional Help

CryptoTaxAudit can help you evaluate IRS Letter 6253, determine if crypto reporting errors occurred, and file amendments or negotiate terms.

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Additional Resources

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