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IRS Audit Letters And Notices : FAQ

HOW DO I WRITE AN AUDIT LETTER? I GOT AN IRS AUDIT LETTER FROM THE IRS. IRS SENT ME A LETTER.
We will show you. — See IRS Audit.

I RECEIVED A TAX AUDIT NOTICE! HOW TO WRITE A LETTER TO THE IRS! HOW TO REQUEST AN ABATEMENT OF THE PENALTIES?
If the IRS sends you a notice requesting additional documentation for your tax returns, first, you have to make sure that there is no math error or accidental mistake in the amount shown on the notice. There are many cases, where the IRS sends tax audit notices that are the result of a mathematical error.
If you actually owe additional tax to the IRS, and you can afford to pay your tax liability, you may send a payment for the amount you owe. You may write a letter and request an abatement of the penalties for the amount you paid. Sometimes, the IRS writes off the penalties. See IRS Audit Advice.

HOW DO I RESPOND TO AN IRS EXAM AUDIT LETTER?
Depending on the situation, it varies. — See IRS Audit.

WHAT PROOF DO I NEED FOR AN IRS AUDIT? IRS SENT ME A LETTER AUDITING ME.
It depends. — See IRS Audit.


WHY IS THE IRS AUDITING ME? I GOT AN AUDIT LETTER
The reasons will vary, depending on the circumstances. — See IRS Audit.

I JUST RECEIVED AN AUDIT LETTER FROM THE IRS! IS THE IRS GOING TO AUDIT ME?
The IRS communicates with taxpayers about their tax audit via mail. If the IRS wants to see documentation for your expenses and you can prove it, you may want to mail it to them, after consulting a CPA. If you are unable to prove all your deductions and the IRS suggests a face-to-face meeting, hire a tax professional to represent you before the IRS. See IRS Audit Advice.

WHY AM I BEING AUDITED? WHY THE IRS WANTS TO CHECK MY TAX RETURNS? WHY THE IRS SENDS ME A TAX AUDIT NOTICE?
Some of the letters the IRS sends to taxpayers are based on math errors. Make sure you follow their instructions and respond to those letters. See more on IRS Audit Advice.

UNDERSTANDING A TAX AUDIT NOTICE! WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I RESPOND TO THE IRS NOTICE?
You must provide documentation for all expenses questioned by the auditor. In your response, provide documentation only for the items specified in your letter. In this way, you may avoid having your tax return audited for other years. Also, make sure you don’t miss the deadline. See more on IRS Tax Audit.

I RECEIVED A TAX AUDIT LETTER! THE AUDITOR IS ASKING FOR PROOFS OF MY EXPENESES! I HAVE NO RECEIPTS!
While you are being audited, if you cannot show receipts to support your expenses for certain deductions, those deductions will be disallowed. The IRS will charge you penalties for reporting these expenses too. Have a tax professional on your side and start preparing your response to the IRS Notice of Audit. See more on IRS Tax Audit.

THE IRS SENT ME A TAX AUDIT LETTER! HOW TO FIND A TAX PROFESSIONAL? HOW DO I KNOW WHICH ONE IS THE BEST REPRESENTATIVE FOR A TAX AUDIT?
A tax audit can be time consuming and can put a lot of pressure on your shoulders. If you feel you can not handle the IRS requirements, consider a tax professional, a CPA or attorney. Look for those who have many years of experience in dealing with tax audits. See IRS Audit Advice.

THE IRS IS ASKING FOR PROOF OF MY EXPENSES! SHOULD I SEND THE ORIGINALS? HOW TO REPOND TO AN IRS LETTER?
No. Send the copies of your receipts. See more on IRS Audit Advice.