The Internal Revenue Service has expanded its online Business Tax Account (BTA) platform, enabling business entities and authorized representatives to access digital notices, download Employer Identification Number (EIN) verification documents, and manage tax payment plans online without calling telephone support.
Key Features Added in the August 2026 Update
The August 6, 2026 release (IR-2026-87) introduces three operational enhancements for sole proprietors, partnerships, S-corporations, C-corporations, and government entities:
- Digital Notice CP575 Download: Designated business officials can now download a digital copy of Notice CP575 (Notice of New Employer Identification Number) directly from their online account. Banks and financial institutions accept this digital document as an official substitute for IRS Letter 147C during account opening and compliance verification.
- Expanded Digital Notice Library: Key IRS correspondence is now available online, including Notice CP081B (“We May Have a Refund for You” credit balance notifications), Notice CP211A (extension approval notifications), and Notice CP134R (federal tax deposit discrepancy notifications).
- Payment Plan and Offer in Compromise Management: Taxpayers can view existing installment agreement balances and submit payments directly toward active Offers in Compromise online.
Why This Update Matters for Small Business Operators
Previously, business owners missing their original CP575 notice were required to request a Letter 147C verification letter by mail or fax, often creating multi-week delays when opening commercial bank accounts or onboarding with payment processors. The digital CP575 download resolves this operational bottleneck immediately.
Additionally, Notice CP081B alerts businesses to credit balances that require filing delinquent returns before statutory refund deadlines expire. Accessing these notices digitally helps business owners avoid missing critical response windows.
Recommended Action Steps
- Set Up or Verify BTA Access: Log in to IRS.gov using an existing ID.me account or create an account for your business entity.
- Download Your Digital CP575: Store a digital copy of Notice CP575 in your corporate compliance repository for future banking and vendor verification needs.
- Review Active Digital Notices: Check the online notice inbox for unfiled return notices or deposit discrepancy alerts to prevent penalty assessments.
- Review Payment Agreements: Verify that active installment payments are properly recorded and up to date.
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Sources and Official References
- Primary Source: IRS News Release IR-2026-87 (August 6, 2026), IRS.gov Business Tax Account Release
- Tier 2 Corroboration: Journal of Accountancy Analysis, Journal of Accountancy IRS BTA Report
- Secondary Technical Reference: KPMG TaxNewsFlash & Current Federal Tax Developments