IRS Audits & Exams
“How should I respond first to an IRS audit?”
The first response to an IRS audit often depends on the type of audit, the notice language, and which tax years or items are being examined. Many cases begin with confirming the notice details, gathering the records tied to the specific issues, and noting any response channel the IRS requests, such as mail, phone, or an in person meeting. The tone and scope of the reply can also matter, especially if the audit involves income reporting, deductions, or business records. A careful, organized response can help keep the process focused on the items the IRS identified. A short conversation with a CPA can sort out what applies to your specific numbers.
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.
“I'm facing an IRS audit, what's my first step?”
“What is the first thing I should do when the IRS audits me?”
“I'm under IRS audit, what should I do right away?”
“How do I begin dealing with an IRS examination?”
“I lost all my physical receipts from a year I am currently being audited for, can I use credit card statements and bank logs to prove my business expenses?”
“I just got a Letter 525 proposing thousands in changes to my tax return, how do I officially request an appeal conference with the IRS Independent Office of Appeals?”
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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