Tax Representation
Audits & Appeals

Audits & Appeals

Some Truthful History

IRS really doesn't Audit as many people as you think. IRS is looking at tax returns where there is the greatest opportunity to find fault with the return. That includes, but is not limited to, self-employed individuals, landlords, stock traders, and persons who have Employee Business Expenses. You can also be selected for Audit (Examination) based upon your occupation, bad luck or being way over the DIF score. The DIF score information is under guard at the IRS. It sends up red flags when certain Itemized Deductions have strange amounts claimed. Also, believe it or not, IRS is actually reasonable when it comes to these Examinations. Simply, you have to have some sort of proof of your deductions and show that they were ordinary and necessary.

What's New

Nothing….IRS procedures have not changed, but that is a good thing.

How To Do It

The procedures are simple….show up for your Audit/Examination with evidence of your deductions. If they are disallowed, you may go to the Group Manager or to Appeals.

Can It Be Done by Anyone

Of Course. You may always represent yourself in an Examination. However, only Attorneys, CPA's or Enrolled Agents (such as myself) are authorized to represent you before the IRS. If your return preparer is not in one of these categories, the Auditor/Revenue Agent will take his information as a witness only. I complete approximately 700 tax returns per Income Tax Season and am an expert in preparation and representation before the Examination Division.