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Tax Audit Representation

When the IRS or the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) initiates an audit, it’s a serious matter that demands immediate attention. Audits aren’t typically conducted at random; there’s usually a specific reason you’ve been selected.

If you are being audited, there is likely a reason. Common reasons for audits include (1) the income reported on tax returns not matching the income reported to the IRS and NYS governments, (2) the IRS and NYS computer systems picking up anomalies in returns (e.g., reporting unusually high itemized deductions, claiming unreasonably high business mileage expenses, etc.), (3) the reported gross sales on sales tax returns not matching gross sales reported on business income tax returns, (4) abusive claims for refundable tax credits such as the Earned Income Credit (EIC), (5) reverse audits (i.e., when information found in audits of one taxpayer causes an audit of another taxpayer), and (6) whistleblower audits (i.e., when someone “blows the whistle” on another taxpayer by reporting them to the IRS and/or NYS DTF).

 

Failure to handle an audit correctly may not only result in being taxed on the items at issue in the audit, but it can also lead to an assessment of onerous penalties and interest. Even worse, it could result in criminal action being taken.

An audit can be handled by one of the three parties: (1) by the taxpayer , (2) by the taxpayer’s accountant, (3) by a tax resolution law firm. What you say during an audit is important, what information you provide in an audit is important, the presentation of the audit response is important, and the strategy and tactics used in an audit are important if one is to hope for a successful outcome.

 

It takes more than just being knowledgeable about the Internal Revenue Code, NYS Tax Law and regulation and Metuku Law P.C. offers consultation and guidance. If you receive an audit notice,  you can call us and find out more how we might be able to help with your tax problems during the auditing process.  

 

This communication is Attorney Advertising. It is presented for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every legal situation is different, and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This communication does not create an attorney-client relationship between Metuku Law P.C.

If you’ve received an audit notice from the IRS or NYS DTF, don’t delay. Contact Metuku Law P.C. to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help you navigate the audit process with confidence.

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