IRS/ State Audit Representation

While business owner has the right to represent themselves, it is never advisable.

Here’s why.

• IRS auditors are trained to skillfully extract more information from you than you have the legal obligation to provide. They know that most people going through an audit are nervous, anxious to talk to vindicate themselves, and ignorant of their rights. It is a dangerous combination for the business owner that can put them in a worse situation. A tax audit representative provides information that is within the scope of legal obligation. 
• Tax representatives understand the scope of an IRS audit. This means they can thoroughly evaluate your situation, help gather the appropriate information to defend your case, and ensure you are well represented.
• Tax representatives can help negotiate fines and alleviate interest and penalties in cases where the taxpayer failed to file properly or on time. 
• A tax audit representative can help protect their client’s rights. Since they understand the process and know your rights, a tax representative can identify when an auditor is violating those rights and can utilize the best legal strategies to protect them, such as appealing for better treatment if an auditor becomes combative or overly inquisitive. 
• Clients get an increased chance of a favorable outcome when they have a professional representing their interests.