IRS Penalties - Accuracy Related Penalties

Accuracy Related Penalties

If amounts reported on an income tax return are later adjusted by the IRS and a tax increase results, an additional penalty may apply. This penalty of 20% or 40% of the increase in tax is due in the case of substantial understatement of tax, substantial valuation misstatements, transfer pricing adjustments, or negligence or disregard of rules or regulations. Special rules apply for each of these types of errors under which the penalty may be waived.

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