<prompt> Human: Hi everyone:First off, the title should say difference.Anyway, the IRS sent me a statement today indicating I received wages for 10K for a place I used to work at, but instead I received 3,950. I have the W-2 indicating so.I contacted my former employer, but in the meantime, the IRS is sending me a notice that I owe the money. I have proof to show income of 3,950. Due to this I now have to pay a somewhat 3,000 bill.Any help on steps to take?  <response>: Is this a service industry job where you receive tips? Im not 100 on the current rate, but the IRS used to tax you as if you earned 8 of total sales in tips. Normally the employer would take that out of your paychecks, but even with that there is often a tax bill at the end. 