4 Reasons Why Audit Defense is Worth It

Updated March 16, 2026 by Robin Scott-Hutchens, EA

Home improvements, car maintenance and repairs, furniture assembly – what do all these things have in common? They are all things most of us have attempted to do on our own at one time or another. Unfortunately, we often come away from the task feeling frustrated and with less-than-desirable results. Even with the guidance of a handy online how-to video, it seems there’s always something a little off-center or a leftover part that gives off an uneasy feeling. Another thing these tasks have in common, however, is that, usually, you can find a professional to perform them on your behalf.

So, what does that have to do with Audit Defense? I’m glad you asked! Instead of navigating the audit process alone, let us step in and help you. Here are 4 reasons why – we believe – audit defense is worth it! 

 

Reason #1: We know what to say.

And we also know what not to say. Talking to a tax examiner can be highly stressful. Instead, you could have a tax professional who understands tax jargon communicate with the tax agency on your behalf.
 

Reason #2: We know how to handle tax documents.

Sure, you could try to decipher what the agency is inquiring about, but reading a tax agency letter can feel like reading the legal disclaimer paragraph in an ad. Tax agencies have a language all their own with their own set of rules and regulations. For most taxpayers, preparing documentation that is easy for the IRS to understand is time-consuming and can be frustrating. Instead, you could have a tax professional provide time-saving guidance on the documentation necessary to defend your tax return, as well as have them submit a well-organized response package on your behalf. A tax professional generally can spend anywhere from four to ten hours or more defending a taxpayer’s tax return and communicating with the tax agency – and that’s someone who understands the process and speaks the language. Just think of the stress and time you could save yourself with the help of a tax professional for a nominal one-time fee!
 

Reason #3: We are experts at navigating the audit process.

Dealing with the IRS or a state agency can cause sleepless nights as you find yourself wondering how to even begin the process. Instead, you could have a tax professional guide you through the entire ordeal, providing education, updates, and insight along the way.
 

Reason #4: You’re not alone.

Sometimes, going through an audit or dealing with a notice can feel isolating. But with a tax professional, you have someone with you through the whole process. Many of the issues taxpayers face are very common, but no one really talks about them. We are here to provide support, answer questions, and deal with the IRS so you don’t have to.

This is why we believe TaxAudit’s pre-purchased Audit Defense membership is worth it. And it can be yours for less than the annual cost of that half-caf, lite-whip, extra-pump-of-vanilla coffee you get every day. Paying a flat fee once will provide you with the service of a dedicated tax professional.

What does “audit defense” actually include?

On top of what has already been mentioned, we:
 

• Advise you on what to expect throughout the process of dealing with a tax agency. 
• Review any subsequent agency communications and clarify and verify the information given by the agency.
• Translate all this information for you. 
• Guide you on any next steps, if needed, or on the options available if you have a tax balance due. 
• Review your entire tax return for the year in question and inform you of any other errors or omissions not related to the tax agency inquiry. 

All of this is done with the goal of educating and assisting you through the entire process.

Our standard audit defense membership* will cover your tax return for as long as it is open to being audited. This can be three years with the IRS and even longer for some state agencies. Follow this link to read about the details and current pricing.

If you have made the wise decision to purchase Audit Defense and then receive an agency letter, a few simple steps will get you connected with a dedicated tax professional ready to assist you. Then, you can sit back and let your representative provide you with a full array of services, with minimal effort on your part. Of course, you may need to provide a few background details about the tax item in question, or you may need to provide some supporting documentation for an item claimed on your return. But that’s it! You are in good hands. 

Still not convinced? Check out some testimonials of other satisfied and less-stressed taxpayers who knew the do-it-yourself route was not for them.

If you would like to purchase audit defense in case you receive a notice or an audit for a tax return, you can do so here. 

*There are other types of audit defense membership sold through our partners that have varying dates of expiration.