These items are only deductible if you itemize.  One of the common issues with charitable deductions is people donating to places like Goodwill, but not documenting what was given and the fair market value of the donated items. Another common item overlooked is volunteer mileage.  Make sure you document all of your monetary and goods [...]

As in all dealings with the IRS, collections or audit, never adopt a position of guilt. Treat the audit as a routine examination of your records. The auditor has no collection power and can’t do anything against you, other than making up an examination report against you. So don’t be intimidated by them.  Never admit [...]

One of my businesses was audited several months ago.  An IRS agent that I have dealt with in the past called and informed me that my business had been pulled for a field audit.  I asked him if he knew the type of business I am in, and proceeded to tell him what pathetic timing [...]