IRS Audit in Dallas? Here's What to Do Next

An audit notice is stressful, but it is not an accusation — it's a request to verify what's on your return. Handled calmly and with the right documentation, most audits end without drama. Here's how to respond.

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First: don't ignore it — and don't panic

The single worst thing you can do with an IRS audit notice is nothing. Deadlines in the letter are real, and missing them can turn a routine review into an assessment against you. The second worst thing is over-reacting and sending the IRS more than they asked for. The goal is a calm, complete, well-documented response — nothing more.

The three types of IRS audits

TypeWhat it isHow serious
CorrespondenceHandled entirely by mail; the IRS asks for documents to support a specific item.Most common and least serious.
OfficeYou bring records to a local IRS office for an in-person review.More involved; preparation matters.
FieldAn IRS agent visits your home or business to examine records.The most thorough — get professional help.

What commonly triggers an audit

  • Deductions that are large or unusual relative to your income
  • Income on file (1099s, W-2s, K-1s) that doesn't match your return
  • Repeated business losses, especially activities that look like hobbies
  • Large cash transactions or unreported foreign accounts
  • Simple math, typo, or document-matching errors

What to do right now

  • Read the notice carefully

    Identify exactly which tax year and which items the IRS is questioning, and note every deadline.

  • Gather your documentation

    Pull receipts, bank statements, mileage logs, and any records that support the items in question. Organize, don't over-share.

  • Know your rights

    You have the right to professional help, to know why the IRS wants information, and to appeal a disagreement.

  • Respond on time — with support

    We help you prepare a clear, documented response and coordinate licensed representation if the audit escalates.

Your rights during an audit

  • The right to professional representation
  • The right to know why the IRS is asking for information
  • The right to courteous, professional treatment
  • The right to appeal disagreements, both within the IRS and in court

We help you understand the notice, assemble documentation, and prepare your response. Where the audit requires formal representation before the IRS, we coordinate a licensed Enrolled Agent, CPA, or attorney on your behalf.

Don't face the IRS unprepared

Bring us the notice. We'll help you understand exactly what's being asked and build a documented response — free, confidential consultation.

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Frequently asked questions

Common triggers include large or unusual deductions relative to income, unreported income flagged by 1099s and W-2s, repeated business losses, high cash transactions, and simple math or matching errors. Some audits are also random or selected by the IRS scoring system.

The IRS generally audits returns filed within the last three years. That extends to six years if you substantially understated income, and there is no time limit for fraud or unfiled returns.

You can, but it's risky. A measured, well-documented response matters. We help you understand the notice, gather the right records, and prepare your response, and we coordinate licensed representation when the audit requires it.

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