Here are few tips to prevent a tax audit from happening:

• Timeliness in filings– Always be prompt and timely in all your filings – corporate, hst/gst, income tax, payroll, WSIB etc.
• Be reasonable– Expense and other deduction should fit the income that is claimed against it.
• Don’t file false information– If there are no receipts, don’t make a claim.
• Maintain proper records– Support your claims by having proper record keeping. This can save you time.
• Follow-up promptly– A review or audit will not go away by disregarding CRA questions. Ensure that you provide them with the right documents on time.
• Be Polite to the Auditor– Don’t get angry with the taxman. Just be polite as possible.
• Seek Professional Advise– If you get into trouble, seek professional advice as this will save time, anxiety and may reduce the assessment.
• Keep copies of the documents you provide – Always have backups
• Bookkeeping – Ensure your bookkeeping is taken care by a professional accounting firm

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