General Tax Planning and Financial Review
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IRS audit Triggers, pre season tax planning and strategies for small business owners. 4 k video 2/2
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The accountant advises that if financial records show disproportionately high expenses compared to income, it could trigger an IRS audit. This might indicate that expenses are not being correctly categorized or that the business model itself needs re-evaluation. It is essential for a business's financial statements to appear logical and consistent with industry standards. The overarching advice is to be proactive and engage with an accountant early in the year to strategize and plan. This helps optimize deductions, avoid last-minute issues, and reduces the risk of flags that could attract IRS scrutiny. The host stresses that a good accountant should be proactive in contacting clients about deadlines and opportunities.
Goal: Maintain logical financial records and engage in proactive tax planning with a trusted accountant.
Tools and materials
- Financial records — Reviewing and categorizing business finances
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