Hi @jeffo45 , I never received any 8288-B, all I have is the stamped 8288-A copy B, sent from IRS. On the 8288-A I received, the buyer's SSN and Title Company's identification # are scratched/covered with black pen.
Same as you mentioned previously, I think 8288-B is for reducing the withholding amount, which should be done before the closing the house.
My withholding percent is 10%: 5% on me, 5% on my wife, and it is based on the total sale price, not the price difference.
You said you called IRS, is IRS asking you to mail the 8288-A copy B or 8288-B? They are 2 different forms. From the research I made, I see IRS mentioned to send 8288-A copy B, not 8288-B.
