IRS Advance Notice
The truth about audit support and IRS letters revealed….
One day you go to the mailbox, and there it is. Among the letters, junk mail, and bills (yuck) is a letter with the return addressed "Internal Revenue Service" (double yuck). Dread and fear grasp you. Your throat tightens, your blood races and that feeling of impending doom descends. As you know, it is not likely a letter from them thanking you for paying your fair share of taxes. The IRS does not do that; no, it is something wrong. You open the letter and need to figure out what they want or what is wrong. You read the letter, yet it is as if it is in a foreign language, but it is clear that they want more money (and usually a lot more) or that you are being audited.
Would six (6) months advance knowledge this letter was coming to you have saved you from a near heart attack? Would you like to know what the IRS is planning to do with your tax filings up to six months in advance?
What do you do?
You could handle it yourself. Suppose it is a letter wanting more money. In that case, it is usually because:
- You did not correctly report something;
- You should not have reported something;
- There was a deduction taken that was not allowed to be taken!
All this is according to the IRS. However, their letters are not written for regular folks to read. They use language that only a professional can interpret. You may call the phone number on the letter (be prepared to wait a long time to get assistance). When you get an agent (who is probably on the other side of the country), they may or may not be able to properly advise you (do you think they are on your side and care at all about you and about being fair?).
Did you know that according to IRS regulations (their rules of conduct), you cannot use the advice from an IRS agent as a defense? So, what! They admit that you cannot rely on their advice over the phone. You feel better already, don't you?
Would six (6) months advance knowledge this letter was coming have saved you from a near heart attack? Would you like to know what the IRS is planning to do with your tax file up to six months in advance?
What if it is an IRS audit? Do you want to handle this yourself?
Go down to the IRS office, through their security, and eventually meet face-to-face with an agent. He flashes the badge; this is the real deal. He begins with an interview, asking many questions. When you answer, you best remember that old adage, "what you say here can and will be held against you." It is scary. (Suppose you need to go to the bathroom; you actually have to be escorted.)
Wow! This is serious business!
The auditor asks for your documents of proof. No big deal; you brought your papers and showed them to him. What does he mean, "It is not the right proof"? Don't you know the thousands of IRS regulations?
YOU CHOOSE TO REPRESENT YOURSELF AND ARE EXPECTED TO KNOW ALL THE RULES!
What's more, did you know that not all IRS auditors have the same training or experience?
Right now, the IRS is dramatically increasing the number of auditors, collectors, and staff persons. But, unfortunately, the IRS is giving these new employees only summary training and then throwing them into the line of fire – meaning, putting you in their line of fire. So how would you know if they even know what they are doing?
Get this straight: the IRS is in the business of taxing you and collecting it. They may attempt to be fair, but do you really believe they are on your side? It is your responsibility if you choose to represent yourself.
Would you like to know what the IRS is planning to do with your tax file up to six months in advance?
IRS Advance Notice
LET OUR TEAM REPRESENT YOU SO WE CAN SAVE YOU TIME, STRESS & MONEY!
If something comes up with the IRS, or if you get chosen for a dreaded audit, you will be charged for our representation. Many have mistakenly believed that part of the charge for preparing your tax return already includes IRS representation for free. That has never been true. If it had been, your return would have cost more than it has.
Our firm offers many services, including tax preparation, bookkeeping, tax planning, payroll services, and audit representation. Last year, the service that had the most significant increase above all was audit representation. It was up more than 1000% over the previous year. The fees for representing someone may range from $5,500 to $15,000 or higher. Even fighting one of those letters that are not an audit may cost $1,800 to $5,500 or more.
We are concerned because IRS activity has increased sharply in the last couple of years. The IRS has pleaded with Congress to increase audits, and Congress has responded by sharply increasing its budget for these. Congress wants to bring in more money, and one way to get more money is to increase audits.
Our firm, NTAPS INC, has years of experience with the IRS. We are trained tax resolution specialists trained to go head to head with the IRS. We know their language, numerous rules, and what an IRS agent can allow; we know when they are doing their job right and when they are not.
If you knew one of those scary IRS letters was coming, wouldn't it be nice to know we will handle the IRS for you? You continue your life. You don't have to talk to the IRS agent. You don't have to attend the audit (unless suppoened). When you receive the letter from the IRS, send us a copy immediately. We will already have begun working with you to solve the problem.
Beginning this year, when your return is prepared, we will determine which "Worry-Free Audit Monitoring" program you qualify for. This fee will be automatically added to your invoice. Therefore, you may agree to the protection when you receive your tax return by simply paying the invoice. On the other hand, you may "Opt Out" of the protection, and the "Worry-Free Audit monitoring" will be removed from the invoice. Alternatively, you may choose to upgrade this protection for other years.
You make the choice. We offer the following programs for our clients. All subscriptions are charged monthly on your choice of debit or credit card.
Gold Membership (Individual)
Individual IRS & State "Worry-Free Audit Monitoring" & Correspondence Assistance
● Monitor your IRS records for any changes and will let you know of any potential audit 180 days in advance
● Five hours of audit representation included = ($1,000 value)
● 4 - 15 minute phone calls, 4 emails, and 2 office visits – ($1,750 value)
● Up to 1 hour of non-covered matters at no additional charge – ($250 value)
● Priority phone, email, and office access
● Telephone calls and emails returned within 24 hours
Office visits scheduled within the same week if available.
Monthly subscription $100.
Gold Membership (Business)
Business IRS & State "Worry-Free Audit Monitoring" & Correspondence Assistance
● Monitor your IRS records for any changes and will let you know of any potential audit 180 days in advance
● Five hours of audit representation included - ($3,610 value)
● 4 - 15-minute phone calls, 4 emails, and 2 office visits – ($5,050 value)
● Up to 1 hour of non-covered matters at no additional charge – ($722 value)
● Priority phone, email, and office access
● Telephone calls and emails returned within 24 hours
● Office visits scheduled within the same week if available.
Monthly subscription $277.
Silver Membership (Individual)
● Monitor your IRS records for any changes and will let you know of any potential audit 180 days in advance
● Two hours of audit representation included
2024 Worry-Free Audit Monitoring and correspondence assistance
Monthly subscription $65.
Silver Membership (Business)
● Monitor your IRS records for any changes and will let you know of any potential audit 180 days in advance
● Three hours of audit representation included
2024 Worry-Free Audit Monitoring and correspondence assistance
Monthly subscription $120.
Correspondence Only (Individual)
● Monitor your IRS records for any changes and will let you know of any potential audit 180 days in advance
We will deal with IRS or State Tax Commission correspondence that does not include any audits.
Monthly subscription $32.
Correspondence Only (Business)
● Monitor your IRS records for any changes and will let you know of any potential audit 180 days in advance
We will deal with IRS or State Tax Commission correspondence that does not include any audits.
Monthly subscription $75.