Compliance
Leveraging the Business Tax Account: A Guide to IRS’s Summer 2026 Feature Expansion
The IRS has upgraded the Business Tax Account (BTA) with new digital tools that can simplify entity compliance, EIN verification, notice handling, and debt settlement.
By NomadicTax Research Team • 5 min read • July 29, 2026
## What is the Business Tax Account (BTA)?
The IRS **Business Tax Account** is an online self-service portal for eligible entities (corporations, S-corporations, LLCs with EINs, partnerships, etc.) and designated officials that enables secure access to business tax information and actions. In summer of 2026, the IRS added new features to make compliance easier. ([irs.gov](https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/summer-2026-expanded-features-for-business-tax-account?utm_source=openai))
## New features added in Summer 2026
- Access to an **expanding library of digital notices**, including CP081B (“We May Have a Refund”), CP211A (extension approval), CP134R (deposit discrepancy) etc. ([irs.gov](https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/summer-2026-expanded-features-for-business-tax-account?utm_source=openai))
- **EIN verification notice CP575** can now be downloaded by designated officials—this replaces needing to use Letter 147C in many cases (for bank verification etc.). ([irs.gov](https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/summer-2026-expanded-features-for-business-tax-account?utm_source=openai))
- Eligible businesses can now **submit payments for an Offer in Compromise** via BTA, simplifying settling tax debt for less than full owed amount. ([irs.gov](https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/summer-2026-expanded-features-for-business-tax-account?utm_source=openai))
## Which entities qualify now?
- Sole proprietorships with an **Employer Identification Number (EIN)** issued by IRS;
- Partnerships or shareholders that have filed a Schedule K-1 for past years (for partners: years 2012-2023; for shareholders: years 2006-2023);
- S-corporations, C-corporations, tax-exempt organizations, federal/state/local governments, and Indian tribal governments. ([irs.gov](https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/summer-2026-expanded-features-for-business-tax-account?utm_source=openai))
## Compliance benefits and risks
**Benefits:**
- Reduced paper: digital notices and online parts avoid delays and loss in mail; makes recordkeeping easier.
- Faster verification: EIN verifications via CP575—useful for opening accounts, loans, and registrations.
- Convenient debt settlement: Offers in Compromise submissions via BTA mean less manual or paper-based processing.
**Potential risks or gotchas:**
- Digital access requires correct permissions—if you’re a designated official, ensure authorization to use BTA features.
- Notices via digital means may be missed if email or portal login not monitored; always confirm address and notification preferences.
- Offers in Compromise are complex—submitting via BTA doesn’t guarantee acceptance; ensure you qualify and have documentation.
## How to make the most of these features
1. Register or check that your business is enrolled in BTA and has the correct designated officials set.
2. Ensure someone monitors the digital notice library regularly. Save or download notices on portal for your records.
3. For EIN verification, use CP575 where acceptable—banks often accept it instead of Letter 147C. Have proof of authenticity ready.
4. Before applying for an Offer in Compromise, use IRS tools or advisor to determine eligibility—upload required financial information, income, expenses, liabilities.
## Example scenario
**Example:** ABC LLC has an EIN, has consistently filed for 3 years, and designated officer Sarah uses BTA. Sarah notices through the digital notice library that there’s a discrepancy in federal tax deposit (CP134R). She wants to settle other tax debts via Offer in Compromise. She accesses that submission option directly in BTA, reduces delays and paperwork. She also downloads CP575 to open a business bank account. Without these features, these tasks would require mailing letters, waiting weeks for letters, or even making in-person visits.
Using the expanded BTA features can save time, reduce costs, and avoid errors if used proactively and consistently. Other taxpayers may benefit similarly by ensuring eligibility and proper setup.