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Stand Up to the IRS

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"Stand Up To The IRS" (SUIRS) is an absolute, no-question, don't even think twice, must-have for any taxpayer's household financal tool drawer. Clearly written and presented in short, bite-sized chunks by a successful longtime tax attorney who has been through it all many times, SUIRS is an impressively inclusive text that can go a long way toward leveling the audit playing field for taxpayers -- if not outright tipping it in their favor. Loaded with sample forms, letters and where-to-find-it tables, this book earns its cover price in the Index alone. If the location of the answer to your question isn't in there, you're probably not asking it correctly. And if you ever do get audited, Chapter 16 ("The 25 Most Frequently Asked Questions") will probably do more to calm your nerves and help you rest than any sleeping pill will. Mom and dad never taught you this stuff when you were growing up, because they didn't know it. So be a good son or daughter and give them their own copy. Besides, it just might come in handy some day, as described in chapter 9 ("Family, Friends, Heirs and the IRS").

I didn't intend to stand up to the IRS but had to due to circumstances beyond my control. Daily's book gives a comprehensive look at what constrains the IRS and what sort of leeway a taxpayer. What I found to be of the most value, though, was his simple explaination of complex circumstances. Daily breaks down various tax problems and solutions and suggests ways to prevent having the IRS resort to putting a lean on your home, etc.

I'd highly recommend Daily's book as it has the insider perspective that a taxpayer needs but the dose of reality to prevent a false sense of security when negotiating with the IRS. Daily provides perspective as to what will work in your favor and what you can do to prevent yourself from working against yourself.

I was blessed with my first IRS audit in late 2007. Before the audit, I thought some preparation might be a good idea and being familiar with NOLO publications, I went to their site and found Daily's book, Stand Up to the IRS. I purchased the book and I found it to be an invaluable resource as I prepared for the examination.

Two things are emphasized in this work: 1. Refuse to be a doormat for the examiner and 2. Perseverance eventually pays off.

The book is also extremely valuable if you have not had the pleasure of an IRS examination - it gives great information in making your records examination ready.

The results of my examination were better than could be expected. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.

HJE

My tax law practice if focused in the area of Estate Tax Planning and Asset Protection. I have very limited experience in representing any clients before the IRS. But while reading Stand Up to the IRS I began to think that it seemed like a pretty fun thing to do--yes I am a tax nerd. Seriously though, anyone who maybe faced with a tax controversy should read this book, even if you are going to hire an attorney. Not only will you save money on attorneys fees, but you will have a much better understanding of the process and will be able to discuss the issues intelligently with your lawyer--if he is a good lawyer he will appreciate that, if he does not get a new lawyer, or maybe just go back to Mr. Daily's book and do it yourself.

Marty Burbank, Esq.
Estate Tax Planning & Asset Protection
marty@martyburbanklaw.com

I purchased this book for the few chapters that were focussed on my specific tax situation; however, after reading the first couple of chapters just to see what was in them, I found myself continuing through the book almost forgetting why I bought it in the first place... and that is saying a lot given my present tax issues. Mr. Daily writes clearly and concisely on a wide range of tax topics, but what I found so valuable in this book is the door that he opens into the IRS. He not only provides web links, phone numbers, and other contact information, but he describes how the IRS will, or will not, handle a given situation. He lets the reader know when a form is needed and what form that is and when a letter, phone call or face-to-face meeting is best. Mr. Daily also provides advice on how to prepare for whatever tax-related issue the reader might face and what can be expected from the encounter with the IRS. I hate that a book like this is necessary, but very, very glad Mr. Daily wrote it and can't think of many who shouldn't read it.

I don't think words can adequately express how much love I feel for this book right now. I won my appeal this morning. This book was my number one resource. It was easy to understand and it demystified the whole process. I was not afraid and I was very confident the whole time, thanks to this book.

This book is fairly short and to the point. I like that. It told me exactly what I needed to know for the collection process and I took care of my serious problem with the collection officer in one short meeting with no other help!
If your problems are very complex you may need more info but the book will direct on that also.
This was my second NOLO book that I would consider near perfect.

I have to say, I have now read many Nolo books and they tend to all be excellent. It is information directly based on the law, but written in a way that any layman can understand it. This book has opened my eyes to a few of the proceedures that the IRS has and I have to say, very very informative and interesting to know these things.

Thank you, Mr. Daily for your book. It provided the info I needed.
I just had my first appeal ("docketed case") conference today. I will keep you posted about the results.