IRS publishes new audit technique guide (ATG)

The IRS has published the new audit technique guide (ATG) for the low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) program. The ATG is not yet available on the IRS website, but you can download it here.

Late last year a draft version was released and the comment period extended through mid-March. The revised, final version that was just released is meant to help IRS examiners audit the tax returns of LIHTC owners. The ATG is not meant to replace the 8823 Guide, which was written to help state housing finance agencies (HFAs) perform compliance monitoring and is an invaluable tool for property management staff. Rather, the two documents are meant to be used in conjunction since the new ATG references the 8823 Guide in many places.

A few highlights from the new ATG include three helpful appendices: Appendix A which contains of IRC 42 terms, Appendix B which contains references with citations, and Appendix C with frequently asked questions.

Trainer and consultant Samantha Pratter has been a part of the NMA team since 2008. As NMA’s writing supervisor, Samantha oversees publications from concept and creation through the ongoing revision process, including NMA Master Books, model policies, course books, and handbooks. She has previously written for the NMA blog about the key differences between the project-based voucher (PBV) program and the (HCV) housing choice voucher program.

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