What Not To Do When the IRS Come Knocking

Roanoke IRS Tax Relief Attorney

It can be an intimidating experience to be contacted by the IRS about money you owe. Whether there was a mistake on your tax forms or you have not paid your taxes, it is important that you have legal counsel on your side to ensure that your rights are protected.

If you are facing IRS tax issues, learn what not to do when the IRS comes knocking from experienced IRS tax attorney Robert F. Rider. Since 1979, Mr. Rider has been aggressively standing up for clients in Roanoke and throughout the surrounding areas of Virginia. Below are some tips for what NOT to do when the IRS contacts you. For more information specific to your case, contact attorney Robert F. Rider today.

Do Not Say Anything

You do not have to tell the IRS anything. The agency is very powerful and may use intimidation to try and make you pay what is allegedly owed. However, you do not have to talk to them without your lawyer present.

Do Not Provide More Documents Than Requested

The IRS has the right to request certain types of documents from you. However, you are not obligated to turn over all documents to them. Your attorney can help you understand whether or not you must turn over a certain document to the IRS.

Do Not Hand Over Originals Without Making Copies

It is essential that you have copies of all documents that are turned over to the IRS, especially if the documents are originals. You need to retain these for your own records.

Do Not Be Afraid to Ask For More Time

Once you have consulted with your lawyer, it may be in your best interests to ask for more time from the IRS to gather everything that they are requesting. Most often, the IRS will allow for more time.

Contact a Roanoke IRS Tax Relief Lawyer

For additional information about tax relief, tax debt, and what not to do when the IRS comes knocking, contact attorney Robert F. Rider and schedule a free initial consultation. To reach Mr. Rider, call 540-283-9895 or complete the short intake form on the contact us page.

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