We amended our LLC tax returns for 2011 and 2012 voluntarily.
IRS didn't issue any notice and we amended voluntarily on the basis of another CPA's review. The main issue with the original LLC return was that our original CPA deducted expenses instead of capitalizing them. The 2nd CPA wanted to be more conservative and not deduct any expenses, which we agreed. Ours is a start up (construction phase) and we haven't opened business yet.
Would IRS review/audit the original returns that were audited?
Since our LLC is based on partnership, there were no tax implications.
IRS didn't issue any notice and we amended voluntarily on the basis of another CPA's review. The main issue with the original LLC return was that our original CPA deducted expenses instead of capitalizing them. The 2nd CPA wanted to be more conservative and not deduct any expenses, which we agreed. Ours is a start up (construction phase) and we haven't opened business yet.
Would IRS review/audit the original returns that were audited?
Since our LLC is based on partnership, there were no tax implications.
Answer:
Filing an amended return does not affect the selection process of the original return. However, amended returns also go through a screening process and the amended return may be selected for audit. Filing an amended tax return does not, in and of itself, "red flag" you for an audit. However, the IRS notes that amended returns go through a screening process just like regular returns, which could result in an audit. So, filing an amended return adds an extra layer of IRS scrutiny of your taxes. If you do file an amended return, you can reduce your audit risk by attaching Read more...
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