The REAL Truth About IRS Audit Time Limits!
🔔 As your CPA, I'll explain the importance of proper tax records management and record retention requirements to minimize audit risk. Understanding proper document storage practices is essential for maintaining accurate tax records, while having access to tax tips can help you stay organized and compliant. Get professional tax audit help to ensure you're following best practices and maintaining documentation correctly! ✅
In this video, Merrill Taylor, CPA, breaks down:
✅ Standard IRS Audit Window – The IRS typically has 3 years from your filing date to audit a tax return.
✅ When the IRS Can Audit You for 6 Years – If you underreport income by 25% or more, the statute of limitations extends to 6 years.
✅ No Time Limit on Fraudulent Returns or Unfiled Returns – If the IRS suspects fraud or if you never filed a return, they can audit you at any time.
✅ How Long You Should Keep Tax Records – Why holding onto tax documents for at least 7 years is a smart rule of thumb.
✅ Special Cases – If you have investments, property, or stocks, you may need to keep records for decades to prove your tax basis.
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