Tax Audit Red Flags: 11 Things That May Get the IRS to Pick You

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Cassandra Hubbart, DailyFinance

By Blake Ellis, @CNNMoney

Worried about a tax audit? You don't have to be.

Audits are avoidable, and it's not just about following the rules. From outlandish charitable giving to working in your own home office, you could be singled out if you hit a nerve with the Internal Revenue Service. Here's what the IRS looks for and tips to help you avoid getting chosen.

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