If you're on retainer with us and the IRS sends an audit notice, we represent you end-to-end — including CPA-attorney joint engagement when the matter requires privileged communication. 98.4% of our defenses close with zero additional tax owed.
Even acknowledging the letter creates a representation record. Forward it unopened.
Email a photo of the letter to audit@yourbusiness.com — we triage within 4 hours.
Form 2848 lets us speak directly to the IRS on your behalf. We send it to you for signature.
Work-paper bundle, transaction-hash receipts, FMV oracle records, classification rationale.
Formal written response & supporting evidence packet. We track every IRS reply.
| Code | Meaning | Severity | How we respond |
|---|---|---|---|
| CP2000 | Computer-matched discrepancy — your return doesn't match a 1099 the IRS received. | Low | Reconcile the difference. Often a missing exchange 1099. |
| 2050C | Notice of examination — your return is being audited. | Medium | Power of attorney + work-paper packet within 30 days. |
| 5071C | Identity verification — IRS suspects identity theft. | Low | Verify identity through ID.me. We coach the call. |
| 566-S | Letter examining specific Schedule D transactions. | Medium | Provide cost-basis substantiation per transaction. |
| 525 | 30-day proposed deficiency letter — IRS computed additional tax. | High | Formal protest within 30 days or accept assessment. |
| 3219 | Statutory Notice of Deficiency — your last chance to petition Tax Court. | High | File Tax Court petition or pay. CPA-attorney joint engagement. |
| CP2501 | Underreporter inquiry — pre-CP2000 outreach. | Low | Substantiate the items in question by mail. |
| SBSE | Small Business / Self-Employed division audit notification. | Medium | Schedule C audit defense — document substantiation. |
| FTB-A | State (CA Franchise Tax Board) audit letter. | Medium | State-specific response. Multi-state nexus review. |
| CP14 | Balance due notice — assessment was finalized; pay or set up plan. | Medium | Penalty abatement request if first-time, then payment plan. |
| CP08 | You may be eligible for additional refund (good news). | Low | Verify qualification, file Form 1040X if applicable. |
| 3176C | Frivolous return penalty — IRS believes return is frivolous. | High | Immediate response within 30 days or face $5K penalty. |
Audit defense isn't an emergency line item — it's a subscription. Pay $1,200/year, never touch a 2050C envelope yourself again. Available add-on for any service tier.
Retainer covers federal and state representation for any return we filed. CPA-attorney joint engagement included for matters requiring privileged communication.
// retainer is contingent on us preparing your return — we don't defend returns we didn't reconcile.
Add retainer to my planIf you've received any IRS or state letter, forward it to us today. The earlier we file power of attorney, the more options stay open. Free triage even if you're not yet a client.
Email audit@yourbusiness.com