Audited by the IRS? What should you do?

Should I represent myself or my company if audited by the IRS?

The simple answer from a Tax attorney NO!!!!

If you do you will tell the Auditor something you should not.  With that being said if you receive an IRS notice stating you owe a small amount of money due to an error you should talk to a qualified CPA or Attorney and ask if it's worth fighting.  They should let you know.  I tell all prospective clients to do a cost-benefit analysis.  Also if you do owe money and you do know you owe pay the amount owed.

What if I can't afford the amount owed?

The IRS usually will let you make payments, but they will charge you interest.