It is natural to panic when you receive a letter from the IRS stating the intention to audit you. It is important to mitigate your emotional reaction especially in the initial stages by taking practical steps to confront the assessment.
Determine whether the notice is from federal, state or local tax authorities.
Find out if it is a form letter that may affect a large group of similar people or whether it is a personalized letter that requires your individual attention.
Decide if action is required and if time restraints are involved.
Once you know the nature of the letter, you will be better equipped to deal with it. Now you must examine the advantages of professional help.
Professional representation offers the following benefits:
A logical rather than emotional confrontation with the IRS
A thorough understanding of the law and of your rights
A knowledge of what types of paperwork constitute evidence on your behalf
Years of experience in dealing with tax agency staff members
Knowledge of tax terminology and the ability to present your information correctly
Ability to anticipate questions and prepare responses in advance
Protection for you from misstatements and fearful reactions to accusations
Time saved from being away from your business
Preservation of your health by shielding you from stress and emotional havoc
Knowledge of how to increase refunds and minimize deductions
Capacity to present your case in the most favorable light
The firm of Rosan G. Calabello, CPA, PA will represent your interests with the Internal Revenue Service from the beginning of the audit process to the highest level of appeals.
As your tax representative, we understand the law and can protect your rights. We will eliminate the stressful demands on your time and energy by handling all of the following tasks on your behalf:
1. Contacts with the IRS or state tax agencies
answer and initiate correspondence
answer and initiate phone calls
schedule and attend appointments
2. IRS or state tax related paperwork
review tax returns for problem areas
review documentation prior to submittal to IRS
prepare appeals
prepare U.S. Tax Court Petition
3. Research tax related information
know the current tax laws and their interpretations
be familiar with recent IRS rulings
apply strategy to process your case most effectively
See Letter from IRS under the "IRS Links & Tips" section of the sidebar for an article entitled "Eight Things to Know if You Receive an IRS Notice."
