Can Your Business Expense Deductions Survive an IRS Audit? IRS Substantiation Requirements Explained
If you’re claiming deductions for business meals, vehicle expenses, or a home office, be prepared for the IRS to scrutinize your documentation. Tax auditors are skilled at identifying incomplete or fabricated records — especially when taxpayers try to recreate logs months or even years later. The IRS has strict substantiation requirements, and a recent U.S.