What Should I Do If I Disagree With The Outcome Of An IRS Audit?

Learn Your Legal Options To Dispute IRS Audit Results

An IRS audit can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, even when you’ve done everything right. Despite your best efforts to file accurately, the IRS may still incorrectly conclude that you owe additional taxes or penalties.

If you believe the IRS made an error or misinterpreted tax laws, you have options to appeal the IRS’ findings. However, acting quickly is crucial to the outcome of your case. Having the tax attorneys in Scottsdale from Silver Law on your side will make a difference as well.

Common Reasons For Disagreeing With An IRS Audit

There are many reasons you may challenge audit outcomes and they often involve disputes over accuracy or fairness of the audit findings. Tax audits are complex and while the goal is to make sure you completed your taxes accurately and appropriately, disputes often occur. The common reasons for disagreeing with an audit include:

• Incorrect Assessment: If the IRS makes mistakes with calculations, certain deductions removed, or penalties applied.
• Misinterpretation Of Tax Laws: There can be disagreements with audit findings if there are disagreements with how the tax laws were interpreted.
• New Documentation Available: If certain documentation was not available during the audit, but has since been discovered, you can request a reduction of the proposed assessment.
• Exceeding Statute Of Limitations: Taxpayers may challenge the findings if the statute of limitations for assessment has expired.
• Penalty & Interest Disagreement: Commonly, someone may disagree with the amount of interest and penalties given for the tax liability.

How To Request Reconsideration?

At the end of an IRS audit, you will receive an official decision as to what the IRS believes is your liability. This does not mean the audit is complete, you have the option to request an appeal directly with the IRS or file a U.S. Tax Court petition. However, the next steps you take are important and having a tax attorney by your side can make the process go smoother.

The first thing you should do is to look over the audit report. If you have any concerns with the report, have your tax attorney take a look to see if you have the proper documentation to support your disagreement.

It’s important to note that you cannot the IRS reconsider the assessment if:

You previously agreed to pay the amount you owe by signing an agreement, such as IRS Form 906 (Closing Agreement), an offer in compromise agreement, or an agreement on IRS Form 870-AD (Offer to Waive Restrictions on Assessment and Collection of Tax Deficiency and to Accept Overassessment) with the Office of Appeals.

The United States Tax Court or another court has issued a final determination that you owe the tax.

Once you and your attorney determine that you are eligible for reconsideration, the steps you should take in preparing the request include gathering supporting documentation relevant to your claim. Make sure they are directly related to the case. The documents can include receipts, bank statements, and more.

What Options Are Available After The Audit If The Taxpayer Disagrees With The Auditor’s Report?

If you disagree with an auditor’s report, along with requesting an consideration, there are several other options. What direction you choose to go depends on the circumstances of your disagreement. If you believe the findings of your audit are wrong based on law or facts, you can file an appeal or if you received an IRS notice of deficiency, you can file in U.S. Tax Court.

Disagree With An IRS Audit Outcome? Contact Silver Law PLC For Expert Tax Dispute Assistance Today!

If you recently received your IRS audit report and are concerned about what you see, reach out to our skilled tax attorneys at Silver Law! With a track record of success and in-depth understanding of tax law, you can be confident that our attorneys will put your interests first and work hard towards a positive outcome.

Contact us today for a consultation and have peace of mind as you resolve your tax concerns.

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