4506-C Borrower Assisted
Get income verification in minutes - not days
Get near real-time tax transcripts through a direct IRS API integration
4506-C Borrower Assisted modernizes the traditional tax transcript process by removing the need for manual forms and enabling direct, borrower authorized access to IRS data.
By connecting directly to the IRS API, lenders can verify income almost instantly - improving operational efficiency, shortening loan cycles, and reducing costly delays.


Near real-time financial decisions
4506-C Borrower Assisted delivers near real-time tax transcript access through adirect IRS API integration - eliminating forms, reducing errors, and accelerating loan decisions .

IRS API Integration
A direct connection to the IRS systems delivers fast, reliable transcript retrieval.
Borrower-assisted workflow
Borrowers securely authorize access through the IRS - no signed 4506-C form required.

Near real-time processing
Receive verifications in minutes instead of days.

Built-in accuracy controls
Reduce discrepancies and rejection rates with validated, up-to-date data.

IRS API Integration
A direct connection to the IRS systems delivers fast, reliable transcript retrieval.
Borrower-assisted workflow
Borrowers securely authorize access through the IRS - no signed 4506-C form required.
Near real-time processing
Receive verifications in minutes instead of days.
Built-in accuracy controls
Reduce discrepancies and rejection rates with validated, up-to-date data.
FAQ
What happens if the IRS rejects a request with 4506-C Borrower Assisted? Will I be billed for this?
No, you will not be charged for requests that are rejected by the IRS when using 4506-C Borrower Assisted. This not only allows corrections to be done in near real-time without incurring additional costs, but it also ensures you’re only billed for successful transactions. This is one of the many ways that 4506-C Borrower Assisted is designed to provide efficient and cost-effective income verification services.
Is training required to use 4506-C Borrower Assisted?
4506-C Borrower Assisted is user-friendly so minimal training is required. However, comprehensive support is available to your team so that they can maximize the benefits of this solution.
Will Cotality offer the traditional Form 4506-C solution?
Yes, Cotality will continue to offer and support 4506-C Borrower Assisted and the original Form 4506-C service based on lender needs. We understand the importance of flexibility and choice in our offerings and so we will continue to provide options that align with our clients’ diverse requirements.
Can 4506-C Borrower Assisted retrieve tax transcripts from previous years?
Yes, like the traditional 4506-C form, 4506-C Borrower Assisted can also provide tax transcripts for previous tax years.
Are there any hardware requirements to use 4506-C Borrower Assisted?
No, there are no specific hardware requirements. You can access it via any computer with an internet connection.
Does a borrower need an IRS login to use 4506-C Borrower Assisted services?
Yes. Borrowers who require near-real-time income verification through the IRS Now services will need an IRS login for 4506-C. To access IRS online services, borrowers can now create an ID.me account, which is maintained and secured by a third-party technology provider. This option ensures secure access to IRS services while protecting users' privacy. With an ID.me account, borrowers can also connect with other government partners, offering an efficient and secure way to manage various online interactions with the US government. Borrowers can Log in here for the IRS.
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