Statistically, over 98% of people filing tax returns will not be audited this year. Yet, the threat of an IRS tax audit can cause some anxiety among many people. Yes, you can survive an audit. By knowing what the IRS agent will do, what they will look for and proper preparation, the scales can be tipped in your favor. While there is no way to guarantee you won't be audited, there are things you and your tax preparer can do to help avoid an audit.

If your tax return is selected for examination, our experienced staff can represent you before the IRS. We are well versed in the Revenue Code and tax laws and ensure you are allowed every legal deduction.

We know and understand the audit process and how to deal with IRS examiners and examinations. Choose Strack Associates as your representative and rid yourself of some of the stress and pressure involved in an extensive audit.

We know what the IRS examiner will do, what he will look for and how to prepare for the audit, thereby tipping the scales in your favor.

Objectivity is the hallmark of Strack Associates services. it is vital when we

• Audit financial statements
  
• Review or compile unaudited financial statements
  
• Prepare income tax returns
  
• Suggest tax planning opportunities
  
• Assist in preparing financial forecasts
  
• Consult on business and financial matters
  

As accountants, Strack Associates provide assurance that financial statements present an entity's financial position and results of operations in conformity with established principles. As tax advisors, estate and financial planners and management consultants, Strack Associates provide services that are important to healthy businesses, sound personal finances, and properly planned estates.

Any change in lifestyle, such as a marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, or an inheritance, can signal the need for financial advice. By enlisting the help of Strack Associates, individuals can arrange their financial affairs to preserve and increase the assets available now and in the future. Strack Associates' knowledge of taxes and estate planning enables them to provide valuable assistance as financial advisors to individuals and families. Strack Associates can also assist in preparing applications for loans and lines of credit.

When you need sound financial advice, consult Strack Associates. Together, we can map a course for a more secure and profitable financial future.

Estate and inheritance taxes can consume a significant portion of a family estate. Strack Associates possess the ability and resources to develop estate plans to build and preserve assets during a person's lifetime and to reduce the impact of estate and inheritance taxes. In providing estate planning advice, Strack Associates frequently participate as important members of estate planning teams that may include attorneys, trust officers, insurance agents, and investment counselors.

Strack Associates play a vital role in assisting businesses to improve the use of their resources and increase their efficiency. The technical knowledge and business experience available at Strack Associates provide the basis for a broad range of management consulting services. These include:

• Assisting in organizing, planning and monitoring business activities
  
• Developing data processing and management information systems
  
• Consulting on personnel practices
  

The extent of our management consulting services reflects a clear response to the changing needs of our clients. For example, the effective use of the computer requires Strack Associates to have an extensive understanding of data processing technology, business planning processes and the application of accounting and other controls essential to an effective system.