If you're being audited, H&R Block is on your side. There are 2 ways that H&R Block can make the audit process easier, whether or not you're 1 of our clients and no matter what tax year.

Audit Assistance
This service is included at no extra cost for current H&R Block clients or available for a fee for non-clients.¹ Your H&R Block qualified tax pro will:

• Explain to you beforehand what exactly you can expect during the audit process.
• Take a look at the actual notice from the IRS and explain what it means for you.
• Research the tax records in question to help you understand why the IRS wants an audit.
• Let you know what kind of records the IRS needs and help you in putting together all the materials.

Audit Representation¹
This service is included at no extra cost for current H&R Block clients who purchased the Peace of Mind^® Extended Service Plan or available for a fee for non-clients.² Audit Representation includes all services from Audit Assistance, and your H&R Block qualified tax pro also will:

• Communicate directly with the IRS, state and local tax authorities on your behalf.
• Stand in for you if you are unable to attend the audit.
• Present any arguments you have to the IRS and explain to them how your tax return was prepared.
• Will challenge the IRS's position, if necessary.
• Will schedule the appeals conference and be there to professionally represent you.

When the Audit is Over
For both Audit Assistance and Audit Representation clients, your people at H&R Block will help finalize the process. Your H&R Block qualified tax pro will:

• Go over all the results with you and review the next steps.
• Help you negotiate with the IRS and settle any claims once everything's been reviewed.