CP2000 Income Mismatch
The IRS believes reported income does not match what employers, banks, or payers reported. We compare your return to IRS transcripts and respond with corrections or documentation.
IRS & Georgia Audit Defense in Commerce, GA
Notice response, audit representation, and penalty resolution handled by Enrolled Agents from our Commerce office.
Enrolled Agents authorized by the IRS to represent you
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Received an IRS letter or Georgia DOR notice? Forward it to us. We review the notice, check your records, prepare a documented response, and handle follow-up communication. Our Enrolled Agents represent you directly so you do not have to contact the IRS yourself.
Why Tax Notices Require Professional Response
Tax notices from the IRS or Georgia Department of Revenue are not suggestions. They carry deadlines, and ignoring them leads to escalated penalties, enforced collection, or lost appeal rights. Most notices are triggered by income mismatches, missed payments, late filings, or document gaps between what you reported and what third parties reported about you. The goal of a professional response is to resolve the issue at the lowest cost and shortest timeline by presenting organized documentation and a clear explanation.
Many taxpayers delay because the language in IRS letters is confusing or intimidating. That delay usually increases the total amount owed. Our approach is straightforward: we read the notice, pull your records, and tell you exactly what happened and what it will take to fix it. If the IRS is wrong, we dispute it with evidence. If the IRS is correct, we resolve it efficiently and adjust your current filings to prevent recurrence. This is not about confrontation; it is about documentation and process.
Our Enrolled Agents are federally licensed by the IRS and authorized to represent any taxpayer before any IRS division. This means you do not need to sit on hold, attend meetings, or negotiate directly. We handle correspondence, office audits, and field examinations. For Georgia-specific issues, we work directly with the Georgia DOR to resolve withholding questions, income tax discrepancies, and sales tax concerns. Whether you filed with us or another preparer, we can step in and take over the response process.
Types of Notices and Audits We Handle
Balance Due Notices
The IRS or Georgia DOR says you owe money. We verify the amount, check for errors, and either resolve the balance or set up a payment arrangement that fits your situation.
Full Audit Examination
A full audit means the IRS wants to review your entire return. We prepare organized documentation, represent you in meetings or correspondence, and negotiate on your behalf.
Penalty and Interest Assessments
The IRS has added penalties for late filing, late payment, or accuracy issues. We evaluate whether reasonable-cause abatement applies and submit requests to reduce or remove penalties.
Georgia DOR Compliance Reviews
Georgia may audit withholding, sales tax, or income tax filings. We respond to state inquiries with documentation, correct any filing gaps, and bring your Georgia accounts current.
Identity Verification Requests
The IRS may freeze a refund until identity is confirmed. We guide you through the verification process and follow up to release the hold.
How Our Process Works
1) Notice Review and Assessment
We read the notice line by line, identify what the IRS or Georgia DOR is questioning, and cross-reference it against your filed return and source documents. This determines whether the agency is correct, partially correct, or mistaken.
2) Document Collection and Verification
We gather W-2s, 1099s, bank statements, receipts, and any other records the agency requires. We verify amounts, confirm classifications, and identify any missing documentation before drafting the response.
3) Response Preparation
We draft a formal response that addresses each item in the notice. Every claim is supported by documentation. We explain discrepancies clearly and reference applicable tax code sections when disputing the agency's position.
4) Submission and Follow-Up
We submit the response via the required channel (fax, mail, or online portal), confirm receipt, and track the case. If the IRS or Georgia DOR requests additional information, we prepare it and respond within deadlines.
5) Resolution and Prevention
Once the case is resolved, we document the outcome and adjust your current-year filings to prevent the same issue from recurring. If the resolution is unfavorable, we evaluate appeal options.
What You Get
- Enrolled Agent representation with IRS authorization (Form 2848)
- Line-by-line notice review with plain-language explanation
- Documented response with organized supporting evidence
- Deadline tracking and follow-up until case closure
- Penalty abatement requests when reasonable cause exists
- Filing adjustments to prevent repeat notices
Common Situations We Resolve
- Unreported 1099 income that triggered a CP2000 notice
- Missed quarterly estimates resulting in underpayment penalties
- Payroll withholding discrepancies flagged by the IRS or Georgia
- Late-filed returns with accumulating failure-to-file penalties
- Business classification disputes (contractor vs. employee)
- Prior-preparer errors discovered during IRS review
Audit defense and notice response FAQs
Detailed answers about IRS notices, Georgia audits, representation, penalties, and the resolution process.
What should I do if I receive an IRS notice?
Do not ignore it. Forward the notice to us immediately. We review the letter, identify the issue, check your records, and prepare a response before the deadline. Most notices have a 30- or 60-day window.
Do you represent me directly with the IRS?
Yes. Our Enrolled Agents hold IRS-granted authority to represent taxpayers in audits, collections, and appeals. We communicate with the IRS on your behalf so you do not have to.
What types of IRS notices do you handle?
We handle CP2000 income matching notices, balance due letters, refund adjustment notices, identity verification requests, penalty assessments, and full audit examination letters for both individuals and businesses.
Can you help with Georgia Department of Revenue audits?
Yes. We respond to Georgia DOR notices, withholding audits, sales tax inquiries, and state-level compliance reviews. We prepare documentation, draft responses, and handle follow-up communication.
How much does audit defense cost?
Fees depend on the complexity of the notice or audit. Simple notice responses typically start lower; full audit representation involves more preparation. We discuss scope and fees before starting any work.
What if my prior-year return was prepared by someone else?
We still help. We review the return in question, gather missing documents, identify the issue the IRS flagged, and build the response. We do not need to have prepared the original return.
Can you negotiate penalties and interest?
Yes. When there is reasonable cause, we submit penalty abatement requests to the IRS. We also evaluate installment agreements and currently-not-collectible status when balances are difficult to pay immediately.
How long does the audit defense process take?
Simple notice responses are typically resolved in 4–8 weeks. Full audits can take 3–12 months depending on the scope and IRS response times. We keep you informed at every stage.
Have a notice you need help with?
Forward your IRS or Georgia notice to our team. We will review it, explain what it means, and tell you what comes next. No cost for the initial review.