NET-WORTH METHOD

net-worth method.The procedure the Internal Revenue Service uses to determine the taxable income of a taxpayer who does not keep adequate records. • The change in net worth for the year determines the taxpayer’s gross income, after taking into account nontaxable receipts and nondeductible expenses. [Cases: Internal Revenue 4530. C.J.S. Internal Revenue §§ 645, 872.]

[Blacks Law 8th]