Dodge the IRS Bullet: How to Spot Tax Audit Red Flags Early 1 Credit
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No one likes the thought of a tax audit, but knowing the red flags that trigger one could save you—and your clients—major headaches. Do you know which tax return items are most likely to raise the IRS’s eyebrows? In this course, we’ll break down the most common triggers for a 1040 audit and teach you how to identify them before they become a problem. Whether you’re new to the world of audits or want to sharpen your skills, this course will guide you through the audit process step by step, offering you practical insights into how audits unfold and how you can prevent them.
We’ll dive into real-world audit case studies and give you a close look at how the IRS dissects tax returns. By understanding these red flags, you can adjust your approach to tax return preparation, reducing the risk of audits and making sure your returns are audit-ready. Plus, we’ll cover the steps to take if you find yourself in the midst of an audit.
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By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to spot audit red flags before they arise and the strategies to handle them effectively. Join us and learn how to navigate the audit maze with confidence!
| License details | Credits | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) | 1 CPE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-S) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-S) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1794) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-S) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-S) | 1 CE | Eligible |
| Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-S) | 1 CE | Approved |
| License details | Credits | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) | 1 CPE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-O) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-O) | 1 CE | Approved |
| California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1794) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-O) | 1 CE | Approved |
| Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-O) | 1 CE | Eligible |
| Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) | 1 CPE | Eligible |
| Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-02218-24-O) | 1 CE | Approved |
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JV
Great presentation. Very informative on how to navigate Audit Red flags before they become and audit!
RGGG
The presenter was both knowledgeable and entertaining. Thank you
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