Even accomplished business owners will want to bring an expert into a Schedule C IRS audit. The process can be scary and intimidating, and it can make all the difference if you have an experienced tax professional at your side. Hire the right help and avoid the wrong help with these tips. Hire The Right […]
The IRS can request an audit up to six years after you file your business tax return. During your audit, you must prove that you filed an accurate tax return. Gather these supporting documents to prepare for acing your audit. Proof Of Income Start with Form 1099s, contracts and paid invoices, but then include more— […]
Just thinking about an IRS audit makes most small business owners feel their pulse accelerate. Horror stories abound, and many of them are true. The legal drama, headaches, anxiety, and stress owed to dealing with the IRS are ordeals all their own. Couple these factors with financial losses potentially incurred by the audit, time lost […]
As a self-employed business owner, you can deduct advertising costs, office supplies and entertainment expenses on your tax return. These and other deductions can trigger an IRS audit, though, and here’s why. Disproportionate Deductions The IRS calculates normal deductions based on your income. High deductions with low income indicate possibly inaccurate record keepings, which could […]
The phrase “You’re being audited” may strike fear in your heart, and rightly so. An IRS audit on your self-employed tax return can be time-consuming, intimidating and frustrating. Consider four common triggers that can cause a dreaded audit. Filing Schedule C You file a Schedule C because it calculates your business profits and losses and […]
During an IRS audit, you may feel confused, angry and frustrated. Your actions can determine the outcome of your audit. Avoid the mistakes listed below. 6 Big Mistakes to Avoid If the IRS Is Auditing You Ignoring IRS Notices Your IRS auditor may mail important notices or call you to discuss audit details. Read your […]
This just might be the scariest phrase in the English language: IRS audit. But what is an IRS audit, exactly? Should you be scared or anxious? How should you respond strategically? Below, we’ll explain how to protect yourself against the IRS and reclaim your sanity. Definitions and Background When the IRS reviews your tax return […]
The words “IRS tax audit” could well be some of the most frightening words in the English language. If you have received an audit notification from the IRS, you might have no idea what to do next, and you’re likely overwhelmed by powerful emotions, like fear and anxiety. By securing qualified Denver audit tax representation, […]
We recently had a client hire us for an IRS audit covering tax years 2012 and 2013. The IRS was challenging her business expenses listed on the schedule C, primarily travel, meals and entertainment, as well as mileage and vehicle costs. We definitely had our work cut out for us. First and foremost the week […]
The article below explains some tips for getting your money’s worth out of your Attorney, CPA or Enrolled Agent. When you are in IRS trouble and are looking for IRS Audit Representation it is as important to consider the same tips when choosing your tax representative. The 5 tips are as follows: – Build a […]