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IRS audit letter? You don't have to face it alone.

Most audits are a request for documents, not an accusation. How you respond shapes the outcome. With a representative, the IRS talks to us, not you.

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The short answer

If you receive an IRS audit letter, read it carefully, note the response deadline, and gather records for the items being questioned. An Enrolled Agent can represent you with a power of attorney, respond to the IRS, attend meetings in your place, negotiate adjustments, and file an appeal if you disagree with the result.

Types of IRS audits

  • Correspondence audit. Handled by mail. The IRS asks for documents to support specific items, often credits or deductions.
  • Office audit. An interview at an IRS office, usually about several items on your return.
  • Field audit. A revenue agent visits your home or business, usually for business returns.
  • Automated underreporter notice (CP2000). Not technically an audit, but a proposed change when income reported to the IRS does not match your return.

How we handle your audit

  1. Review the letter, your return and the items under examination.
  2. Organize records and build a clear, organized response.
  3. Communicate with the examiner and attend any meetings on your behalf.
  4. Negotiate proposed changes and penalties, and appeal if the findings are wrong.
  5. Set up a resolution for any balance that results.

Reviewed by an Enrolled Agent at IRS Debt-Free ยท Updated September 2026

Common questions

Audit Representation FAQ

What should I do if I get an IRS audit letter?

Do not ignore it. Note the deadline, identify which items are being questioned, and gather records. Consider having a representative respond, especially for office or field audits.

Can an Enrolled Agent represent me in an IRS audit?

Yes. Enrolled Agents have unlimited practice rights before the IRS and can represent any taxpayer in audits, collections and appeals, anywhere in the United States.

Do I have to meet with the IRS auditor myself?

Usually not. With a signed Form 2848, your representative can attend meetings and communicate for you. The IRS can summon a taxpayer in limited situations.

What is a CP2000 notice?

It is an IRS proposal to change your tax because income reported by employers, banks or brokers does not match your return. You can agree, partly agree or disagree, but you must respond by the deadline.

Can I appeal an IRS audit result?

Yes. If you disagree with the findings, you can generally request a conference with the IRS Independent Office of Appeals before the tax is assessed.

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