A CP112 notice tells you the IRS made changes to your return because it believes there's a miscalculation. After the changes, you're due a refund.
Do You Need to Respond?
No. If the refund hasn't already arrived, you should get it within 4 to 6 weeks. That assumes you don't owe other taxes or debts the IRS is required to collect.
What You Should Still Do
- Put the notice next to your return and compare the figures.
- If you agree with the change, correct the copy of your return you kept.
- File the notice with your tax records. If the same issue comes up later, you'll want it.
Refund Hasn't Shown Up?
Give it the full 6 weeks. After that, if you don't owe other taxes or debts the IRS is required to collect, such as child support, call the telephone number listed on your notice.
If you do owe one of those debts, the refund can be applied to it, in whole or in part.
Don't Agree With the Change?
If you disagree with the changes and don't want the refund, call the telephone number on your notice to stop the refund. Do it before the refund is issued if you can. Have your return and your support for the original figures in front of you when you call.
Having Someone Else Handle It
Complete Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative, to authorize someone such as an accountant or attorney to contact the IRS for you.
Next Time
Consider filing electronically. It helps avoid mistakes and can help you find credits and deductions you qualify for. In many cases e-filing is free.
If you received a CP112 notice and have questions about the change, call us at (813) 229-7100.