If you are staring at an IRS notice and the balance feels bigger than it should be, you are not alone. Many people find that a large part of what they owe is not just tax. It is penalties and interest added on top. A penalty abatement letter sample can help you ask the IRS to remove certain penalties. It will not erase your tax bill by itself, but it can lower what you owe when you qualify under IRS rules. The key is writing a clear letter, using the right reason, and backin