Tax Resources
Helpful IRS & Alabama Tax Tools for Huntsville Taxpayers
Navigating IRS and Alabama tax issues can be overwhelming, especially when notices, deadlines, and complex forms are involved. To help taxpayers in Huntsville and North Alabama stay informed, this page provides direct links to the most commonly used IRS and Alabama Department of Revenue resources. These tools offer quick access to transcripts, payment options, notices, tax accounts, and compliance guidance. If you need help interpreting a notice or deciding what steps to take next, Bowman Law Firm is available to assist.
IRS Resources
IRS Online Account
View balances, notices, payment history, transcripts, and account alerts.
https://www.irs.gov/payments/your-online-account
Get IRS Transcripts
Request wage & income transcripts, account transcripts, and tax return transcripts.
Useful for unfiled returns and audit preparation.
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript
IRS Notices — Understanding Your Letter
Look up the meaning of IRS notices such as CP2000, CP14, Letter 566, and other audit or balance-due letters.
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-irs-notice-or-letter
IRS Audits – What to Expect
Official IRS guidance on correspondence audits, office audits, field examinations, and what documents taxpayers may be asked to provide.
https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/irs-audits
Offer in Compromise Program (OIC)
IRS information on eligibility, financial analysis, settlement options, and submission requirements for the Offer in Compromise program.
https://www.irs.gov/payments/offer-in-compromise
If you are considering an Offer in Compromise, our Offer in Compromise attorney can evaluate eligibility and prepare the full IRS submission package.
Installment Agreement / Payment Plan
Set up or manage monthly IRS payment plans for tax balances.
https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-payment-agreement-application
Taxpayer Advocate Service
Independent assistance for qualifying hardship cases involving IRS delays or inability to resolve issues through normal channels.
https://www.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov/
Innocent Spouse Relief
Taxpayers dealing with liability caused by a spouse or former spouse may qualify for IRS Innocent Spouse programs. https://www.irs.gov/individuals/innocent-spouse-relief
Learn more about Innocent Spouse Relief representation.
Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) Resources
My Alabama Taxes (MAT)
Access Alabama tax accounts, view letters, respond to notices, file returns, and update account information.
https://myalabamataxes.alabama.gov
Alabama Individual Income Tax Information
General information, forms, and filing instructions for Alabama taxpayers.
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/individual-income-tax/
Alabama Business Tax (Sales, Use, Withholding, Business Privilege)
Resources for business owners, including sales tax compliance, business privilege tax guidance, and common forms.
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/business-tax/
For help with business privilege tax, sales tax, or payroll tax issues, visit our Business Tax Planning page.
ADOR Taxpayer Assistance
Contact information and guidance for resolving state tax issues, audits, or payment plans.
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/business-tax/
When to Contact a Tax Attorney
These resources are helpful, but many situations require professional representation—especially if you received:
An IRS audit notice
A CP2000 under-reporter letter
An IRS or Alabama tax assessment
A wage garnishment or bank levy
A lien filing
An Offer in Compromise request or rejection
Multi-year unfiled returns
A notice related to a spouse or former spouse (Innocent Spouse Relief)
If you’re uncertain about your tax situation or need assistance communicating with the IRS or Alabama Department of Revenue, I can help. Tax and estate planning often overlap. For guidance on wills, trusts, and estate tax issues, visit our Wills & Estate Planning page.
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