Don’t freak out. It’s not that bad. More than a “million” other Americans will be going through the same thing this year. The IRS agent isn’t gunning for you: He’s likely juggling “20 or 30” other audits.
Prepare to negotiate. Be ready to strike a deal: Remember, the IRS wants the case closed just as much as you do. So don’t argue about every “nickel and dime”—you’ll only lose “credibility” that way.
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