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irs audit Services by Attorney Alena Miles, Esq., LL.M., CPA
IRS Audit Defense by Tax Attorney Alena Miles
An IRS audit is a detailed examination of an individual’s or organization’s financial records, books, and accounts to ensure the information reported on their tax return is accurate and complies with tax laws. The IRS verifies whether the reported tax liability is correct and ensures all tax deductions, credits, and income are properly reported.
When facing an IRS audit, it’s crucial to have a professional by your side. Tax Attorney Alena Miles, who is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), offers a unique combination of legal knowledge and accounting knowledge. With her LL.M. in Taxation and years of experience in both tax law and public accounting, Attorney Miles is equipped to guide you through the audit process, resolve tax disputes, and ensure that your tax filings are in full compliance with the IRS.
Her dual background enables her to handle complex tax audits, negotiate penalty abatements, and offer tax dispute resolution strategies tailored to your specific situation. Whether you need assistance with document preparation, IRS appeals, or tax planning during an audit, Attorney Alena Miles provides comprehensive legal services to protect your interests and resolve your tax issues efficiently.
IRS NOTICES & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
If you have received an IRS notice or IRS letter, it’s crucial to take action promptly. Ignoring these notices can lead to penalties, interest, or even enforced collection actions. Understanding the notice and your available options is essential for resolving the issue. Below are common types of IRS notices you may encounter:
- Notice of Intent to Levy (CP90 or CP297): Notice of potential asset seizure due to unpaid taxes.
- Notice of Deficiency (CP3219A or CP3219N): Notification of a proposed tax deficiency that may require you to pay additional taxes.
- Notice of Penalty Charge (CP2000): Informing you of proposed penalties for underreporting income or other tax issues.
- Notice of Foreign Account Reporting Requirement (Letter 6040): Requirement to report foreign financial accounts under the FBAR or FATCA.
- Notice of Tax Return Rejection (CP05): Notifying you that your tax return has been rejected due to errors or missing information.
- Notice of Adjustment (CP22A): Informing you that an adjustment has been made to your account based on corrected tax information.
- Notice of Refund (CP21A): Notification that your refund has been processed and is being issued.
- Notice of Credit Transfer (CP23): Notifying you that a tax credit has been applied or transferred to your account.
- Notice of Underreported Income (CP2000): Sent when the IRS finds discrepancies between the income reported on your tax return and what they have on file.
- Notice of Balance Due (CP14): Informing you that you have an outstanding tax balance that needs to be paid immediately.
- Notice of Installment Agreement (CP504): Providing details of a payment plan for resolving unpaid taxes.
- Notice of Failure to File (CP75): Notifying you that your tax return was not filed by the deadline or contains missing information.
- Notice of Tax Due (CP503): Notifying you that taxes are due and payment must be made to avoid further action.
- Notice of Audit (Letter 2205): Informing you that the IRS is conducting an audit of your tax return.
- Notice of Offer in Compromise Acceptance (Letter 531): Notification that your offer in compromise has been accepted, allowing you to settle your tax debt for less than owed.
If you’ve received any of these IRS notices, it’s critical to understand your rights and the next steps to resolve the issue. Tax attorney can help you navigate the complexities of responding to IRS notices, negotiate settlements, apply for penalty abatement, and protect you from further IRS actions.
PENALTIES
If the IRS has imposed a penalty on you, it’s crucial to take prompt action. Penalty abatement may be an option to reduce or eliminate penalties, but acting quickly is key. Below are common types of IRS penalties that taxpayers may face:
- Accuracy-Related Penalties: Penalties for errors or negligence in tax reporting, including miscalculations or improper deductions.
- Failure-to-Pay Penalties: Penalties for failing to pay taxes owed by the due date.
- Failure-to-File Penalties: Penalties imposed for not filing your tax return by the deadline.
- Failure-to-Deposit Penalties: Penalties for not making required tax deposits, such as payroll taxes.
- Informational Return Penalties: Penalties for failing to file information returns like 1099 forms.
- Estimated Tax Penalties: Penalties for not paying enough estimated taxes during the year or underestimating your tax liability.
- Penalties for Underpayment of Estimated Tax: Imposed when insufficient estimated tax payments are made throughout the year.
- Penalties on Undisclosed Foreign Financial Assets: Penalties for failing to report foreign assets, in violation of FATCA or the FBAR requirements.
- Fraud Penalties: Serious penalties for intentional tax fraud or tax evasion, such as underreporting income or falsifying deductions.
- "Responsible Person" Penalties: Imposed on individuals responsible for failing to collect, account for, or remit payroll taxes.
- Failure to Meet FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act): Penalties for non-compliance with FIRPTA requirements for foreign investors in U.S. real property.
- Failure to Withhold Tax on U.S. Income of Certain Foreign Persons: Penalties for not withholding the appropriate taxes from foreign persons earning U.S. income.
- Failure to Deposit Taxes: Penalties for failing to deposit payroll taxes or other required payments on time.
If you’re facing one of these IRS penalties, it’s important to consult with a tax attorney to explore penalty abatement options and ensure your compliance with IRS regulations. Tax lawyer who is also a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) can help reduce penalties, represent you in IRS appeals, and guide you through the process of resolving tax issues.
FLORIDA SALES TAX AUDIT
Tax attorney can assist Florida businesses with sales tax compliance and resolving sales tax disputes to help businesses accurately calculate, collect, and report sales tax on invoices in accordance with Florida tax laws. If a business is facing sales tax audits, lawsuits from the Florida Department of Revenue, or needs to designate an agent for service of process, Tax Lawyer who is also a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) can provide legal guidance and representation. Whether you need help with sales tax disputes, tax audit defense, or tax liability issues, Tax attorney can help protect your business from potential penalties and ensure compliance with state tax regulations.
NEXT STEPS
If you're facing an IRS audit or IRS dispute, Tax Attorney Alena Miles, who is also a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) can represent you before the IRS and help optimize your options for resolving the issue guiding you through the complexities of the audit process and ensure the best possible outcome for your case. 727-977-8270.
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