IRS Audit Letter – What It Means
Professional Audit Defense & Representation
An IRS audit letter means the IRS wants to review part of your tax return. Most audits are done by mail and focus on specific items. With proper representation, most audits result in minimal or no additional tax.
AI Summary
IRS Audit Defense is professional representation during an examination. A CPA handles all correspondence with the IRS auditor, prepares documentation, and defends the taxpayer's return positions to minimize additional tax assessed and protect against accuracy-related penalties.
Types of IRS Audits
We handle all examination types
Real Results: Client Success Story
"Restaurant owner received field audit notice. IRS proposed $156K in additional tax based on bank deposit analysis. We reconstructed income using POS records, demonstrated personal deposits weren't income, and reduced assessment to $8,200."
*Illustrative scenario. Audit outcomes depend on documentation and specific circumstances.
Common Audit Triggers
High Deductions
Deductions disproportionate to income
Cash Business
Industries with high cash transactions
Home Office
Home office deduction claims
Rental Losses
Large passive losses claimed
EIC/Credits
Earned Income Credit claims
Info Mismatch
1099/W-2 doesn't match return
How to Respond to an IRS Audit Letter
Read the Letter Carefully
Identify which tax year is under review, which specific items the IRS is questioning, and the deadline for your response. Do not ignore it.
Gather Supporting Documents
Collect only the records that support the specific items questioned — receipts, bank statements, 1099s, contracts. Never send more than what's requested.
Respond by the Deadline
Missing the IRS deadline can result in automatic assessment of additional tax. Request an extension if you need more time — but always respond.
Our Audit Defense Process
Review Notice
Analyze audit scope, years, and issues
Gather Documents
Compile only what IRS legally requires
Represent You
Handle all IRS meetings and communications
Negotiate/Appeal
Contest findings through appeals if needed
IRS Authority & References
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