Receiving an IRS income tax audit notice can trigger instant anxiety, but take a deep breath—you have rights and options. At Sullivan for IRS Matters, we specialize in helping Florida taxpayers successfully navigate IRS income tax audits with confidence.
Why You Might Face an IRS Income Tax Audit
The IRS selects returns for examination through:
- Random selection (pure bad luck)
- Computer scoring (DIF system flags unusual deductions)
- Related examinations (business partners or investors being audited)
- Whistleblower claims (disgruntled employees or associates)
The 3 Types of IRS Income Tax Audits
- Correspondence Audits (Most Common)
- Handled entirely by mail
- Typically focus on specific issues like 1099 mismatches
- Our team reviews all documents before you respond
- Office Audits
- Conducted at an IRS office
- Broader in scope than correspondence audits
- We prepare you for questioning and attend all meetings
- Field Audits (Most Serious)
- IRS agent visits your home or business
- Comprehensive examination of all records
- We manage all communication and limit document requests
How Professional Representation Helps
Facing an IRS income tax audit without guidance is like going to court without a lawyer. Our specialists:
- Interpret audit notices and explain what they really mean
- Prepare organized documentation that satisfies auditors
- Handle all communication to prevent missteps
- Negotiate settlements when discrepancies are found
