IRS Audits & Exams
“How do I begin dealing with an IRS examination?”
An IRS examination often starts with understanding exactly what type of notice was received and which tax years or items are being reviewed. The response can depend on whether the exam is handled by mail or in person, what records are available, and whether the issue involves income, deductions, credits, or business activity. It is also common to look closely at the original return, supporting documents, and any correspondence from the IRS so the scope of the inquiry is clear. A calm, organized approach helps frame the next steps and the information that may matter most. Going through your records with a CPA usually surfaces the answer in under an hour.
In your 60-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:
- Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
- Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
- Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
“What should I do first if the IRS is auditing me?”
“I got an IRS audit notice, what do I do first?”
“How should I respond first to an IRS audit?”
“I'm facing an IRS audit, what's my first step?”
“How do I defend my business expense deductions in an IRS audit?”
“How do I explain my business expense deductions to an IRS auditor?”
This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.
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