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What is IRS Letter 6338?


IRS Letter 6338 notifies you that your federal tax lien has been released - either because it was paid, expired, or withdrawn by the IRS. This is a positive outcome and restores your property rights.

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What is IRS Letter 6338?

White envelope stamped in red with IRS Letter 6338 Important: IRS Notice Enclosed.

IRS Letter 6338 notifies you that your federal tax lien has been released - either because it was paid, expired, or withdrawn by the IRS. This is a positive outcome and restores your property rights.

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What Does IRS Letter 6338 Mean If My Debt Is Paid?

If your crypto-related tax debt has been paid off, this letter may confirm the IRS has removed its legal claim on your assets.

What to do next:

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1: Keep a copy of the letter for your records

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2: Provide it to the credit bureaus to update your credit file

Vector icon of a balanced ledger with teal dollar sign and magnifying glass, symbolizing confirming no unpaid balances remain after IRS Letter 6338.

3: Ensure no remaining balances or unresolved issues exist

When to Seek Professional Help

If you need help obtaining lien releases or cleaning up your credit after crypto-related IRS action, CryptoTaxAudit can help.

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