TIN Matching
How to Use IRS Bulk TIN Matching to Avoid Errors
One of the most common reasons businesses receive IRS “B” Notices or CP2100 Notices is because of mismatched names and […]
TIN Matching
Bulk TIN Matching File Format: Requirements and Submission Guide
The Bulk TIN Matching file format requirements are set by the IRS to ensure accurate verification of Taxpayer Identification Numbers
How does TIN Matching handle “Doing Business As” (DBA) names?
The TIN Matching system does not directly process or verify Doing Business As (DBA) names because the IRS matches only
Key Components of a B-Notice
Notices CP2100 and CP2100A are known as “Backup Withholding Notices” and are sent when a payee’s name or Taxpayer Identification
Purpose of IRS Letter CP2100A
IRS Letter CP2100A is a notice the IRS sends to businesses and other payers when it finds mismatches in taxpayer
“First Four” Rule to TIN matching
In TIN matching, the IRS generally checks only the first four characters of a business name or last name when
Valid and invalid TIN matching characters
When performing TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) matching with the IRS or other authorized systems, it’s critical to use the proper