IRS Audits & Exams
“What do I do first after getting audited by the IRS?”
An IRS audit notice often starts with confirming exactly what type of exam it is, what tax year or return is involved, and what records the IRS is asking to see. The first step is usually to read the notice carefully and match the request to the return, since audit scope can vary from a simple document review to a broader examination. It also helps to organize supporting records, understand any deadlines in the notice, and note whether the contact is by mail, phone, or in person, because the process and response format can differ. Working through the specifics with a CPA is the cleanest way to land on the right move.
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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