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JohnB5677
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Why are the reasons I can get audit

The IRS may flag your return for several reasons, 

 

  • Excessive deductions or credits, 
  • Unreported income, 
  • Rounded numbers and more. 

Audits can also be triggered through a random selection process in which a computerized system compares your return "against 'norms' for similar returns," 

 

The best protection is thorough records, including receipts and documentation.

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