Three tax-file moves to skip to dodge an IRS audit

MarketWatch highlights three tax decisions you should avoid changing mid‑year to prevent IRS glitches: the order of names on a joint return for married couples, how you handle depreciation and carryforwards, and who claims dependents (with Form 8332 for transfers). The piece stresses keeping these items consistent and well-documented to reduce the chances of notices or audits, while noting there are legitimate changes when properly documented.