The short answer is “probably not.” Less than 1% of tax returns are audited. Generally, there is a reason for the ones that get chosen. When the IRS receives a tax return, they score it. This identifies the tax returns where the numbers are outside the average from someone whose work is similar to the taxpayer.
How Could the IRS Layoffs in 2025 Impact Taxpayers?
The IRS is set to lay off thousands of employees as part of a broader federal workforce reduction, raising concerns about potential disruptions in tax return processing, audits, and customer … Read more