An AFFORDABLE Professional and Experienced Firm, A plus Rated BBB. Since 1982, South Florida Sales Tax Firm.

We have over 206 years of professional tax experience in over 65 years of combined work experience in government agencies.

We are true local experts, since 1982.

Call us today for free to initial tax consultation and we will explain to you the Florida sales tax audit procedures and defenses.

We are specialist for all IRS & State matters as well.

Fresh Start Tax LLC has its main office in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and the firms staff consists of CPA’S, former IRS agents and former instructors who have worked hand in hand with the Florida’s Sales Tax and the Department of Revenue.

Fresh Start Tax and it’s principles have handled thousands and thousands of cases over the years, both in government service and in their professional practice.

We handle cases all through the State of Florida.

Our professionals are members of various National Organizations, have been keynote speakers on tax issues and are certified by the Florida Department of Professional Regulation to administer and teach other professionals in their continuing educational programs.

With your free initial consultation we will review your case and give you very specific expectations based on your circumstances.  Please keep in mind not all circumstances are the same and your history and your tax records will determine the outcome of your case.

As former agents and teaching instructors we have an excellent idea on how these cases will go down. If you will all back tax will work out a settlement for you at the same time.

State of Florida sales tax representation includes the following matters with the Florida Department of Revenue:

• Tax audits on any and all sales tax issues and matters,
• Non-filing matters,
• Criminal investigations that are referred to attorneys that best fit your profile,
• Department of Revenue enforcement action or warrant proceedings
• Stipulated time payments,
• Requests for settlements or Compromise

The Keys to resolving your Florida Sales Tax Problem

There are several keys to make sure your case is resolved timely. These keys are necessary on every case. The Department of Revenue is interested in resolving the cases in their system.

The DOR goal is to close cases and get them out of their inventory.

Here are the keys necessary to stop enforcement action on your back taxes.

• Have all your tax returns filed before you call Florida Sales Tax and the Department of Revenue on your back tax issues.

• Be prepared to give the Department of Revenue a financial statement whether you are a hardship candidate, want an installment agreement or want to settle your case.

• Be prepared to give the Department of Revenue all supporting documentation to prove your financial statement.

• Make sure you are current on deposit requirements.

If Are you being Audited by Florida DOR, Read Carefully

The State of Florida, Department of Revenue audit taxpayers to:

• Enforce Florida tax laws uniformly.
• Deter tax evasion.
• Promote voluntary compliance.
• Educate taxpayers.

As a general rule, the State of Florida Sales Division accepts most tax returns as filed, however they audit some returns to verify accuracy and evaluate compliance.
Florida Sales Tax Audits do not always result in the taxpayer owing additional tax, penalty or interest.

The auditor may adjust a credit carryover or correct distribution without assessing additional tax. The auditor may even determine that a refund is due.

How Are Taxpayers Selected for Audit by the Florida Sales Tax Division

The methods for selecting a business or individual to audit vary from tax to tax.

Here are some examples of sources we use to identify a potential audit candidate:

• Internal Revenue Service information.
• Information sharing programs with other states and state agencies.
• Computer-based random selection.
• Analysis of Florida tax return information.
• Business publications, periodicals, journals, and directories.

What Types of Records Will I Need to Provide to an Auditor or Inspector?

When we notify you of our intent to audit, we will also tell you what records you will need to provide.

The types of records may include, but are not limited to:

1. General ledgers and journals

2. Cash receipt and disbursement journals

3. Purchase and sales journals

4. Sales tax exemption or resale certificates

5. Florida tax returns

6. Federal tax returns

7. Depreciation schedules

8. Property records

9. Other documentation to verify amounts entered on tax returns

You must keep your records for three years since an audit can extend back that far.

The Department may audit for periods longer than three years if you did not file, or filed a substantially incorrect return or payment.

Your Rights During an Sales Tax Audit

The Florida Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights provides protection for taxpayers’ privacy and assets during their interactions with Revenue employees.

Your rights include:

• The right to fair treatment.

• The right to get available information and prompt, accurate responses to your questions.

• The right to have the Department begin and complete its audit in a timely manner after we notify you of our intent to audit.

• The right to get simple, nontechnical statements which explain the reason for audit selection and the procedures, remedies, and rights available during audit, appeals, and collection proceedings.

Call us today for a free initial tax consultations.

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