Can I Get IRS Transcripts to See What They Have on Me?

Yes — you can get free IRS transcripts online at IRS.gov through the "Get Transcript" tool using your IRS online account. There are several types: a Tax Return Transcript shows most line items from your filed return; an Account Transcript shows payments, penalties, and adjustments; a Wage and Income Transcript shows what third parties (employers, banks, etc.) reported to the IRS. If you're facing an audit or trying to resolve a balance dispute, the Account Transcript is the most informative. Transcripts going back 10 years are available for most accounts.