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NFT: Any IRS agents on the board?

bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 6:05 pm
Or does anyone know any agents they can link me up with? It’s business related, I need clarification directly from the source, I’m done dealing with big 4.

Thanks for any help!
If there are…  
Chris in Philly : 2/1/2023 6:33 pm : link
they are kindest folks and very best fans. Thanks for all your hard work guys!!

(Now they won’t come sniffing around me!)
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SFGFNCGiantsFan : 2/1/2023 6:34 pm : link
I doubt-even if there were-one would admit to being one, Haha.
I'm a tax preparer  
BillT : 2/1/2023 6:43 pm : link
And have dealt with the IRS directly in the past. They used to give contact numbers to call. However, at the moment, even if they have contacted you (by mail), they are almost impossible to speak to directly. They do not give you phone access and everything is done by mail and only if they initiate. There are some lower level IRS offices around and I went to one. But they are not authorized to deal with IRS correspondence or the issues raised in those letters. Good luck getting to someone. I don't know how to and I'm an certified by the IRS to represent clients in audits. But again, that's only if they initiate the contact. Wish I could help more.
The IRS used to have  
Gman11 : 2/1/2023 6:49 pm : link
a practitioner hotline where tax professionals could call. I've been retired for a few years, but the last few years I was working you were lucky to get someone to answer the phone. A typical taxpayer looking for an advance ruling? Uh, no.
RE: I'm a tax preparer  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 7:00 pm : link
In comment 16022308 BillT said:
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And have dealt with the IRS directly in the past. They used to give contact numbers to call. However, at the moment, even if they have contacted you (by mail), they are almost impossible to speak to directly. They do not give you phone access and everything is done by mail and only if they initiate. There are some lower level IRS offices around and I went to one. But they are not authorized to deal with IRS correspondence or the issues raised in those letters. Good luck getting to someone. I don't know how to and I'm a certified by the IRS to represent clients in audits. But again, that's only if they initiate the contact. Wish I could help more.


I’m a CPA, I have my PTIN and CAF number and former big 4. I’ve tried getting them on the phone they have informed me they don’t handle tax law on the phone anymore. I’m trying to cut to the chase and speak directly with an agent. I think the big 4 and other firms are manipulating a situation and I want to prove it.
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bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 7:00 pm : link
In comment 16022300 SFGFNCGiantsFan said:
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I doubt-even if there were-one would admit to being one, Haha.


Man I hope that’s not true!
RE: If there are…  
JohnG in Albany : 2/1/2023 7:02 pm : link
In comment 16022298 Chris in Philly said:
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they are kindest folks and very best fans. Thanks for all your hard work guys!!

(Now they won’t come sniffing around me!)


+1,000,000


RE: The IRS used to have  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 7:03 pm : link
In comment 16022314 Gman11 said:
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a practitioner hotline where tax professionals could call. I've been retired for a few years, but the last few years I was working you were lucky to get someone to answer the phone. A typical taxpayer looking for an advance ruling? Uh, no.


I’m trying to settle tax law. And I represent a substantial firm. I’m working all angles to get to an agent. I live in the DC area and just might have to go there.
RE: RE: I'm a tax preparer  
X : 2/1/2023 7:03 pm : link
In comment 16022322 bradshaw44 said:
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And have dealt with the IRS directly in the past. They used to give contact numbers to call. However, at the moment, even if they have contacted you (by mail), they are almost impossible to speak to directly. They do not give you phone access and everything is done by mail and only if they initiate. There are some lower level IRS offices around and I went to one. But they are not authorized to deal with IRS correspondence or the issues raised in those letters. Good luck getting to someone. I don't know how to and I'm a certified by the IRS to represent clients in audits. But again, that's only if they initiate the contact. Wish I could help more.



I’m a CPA, I have my PTIN and CAF number and former big 4. I’ve tried getting them on the phone they have informed me they don’t handle tax law on the phone anymore. I’m trying to cut to the chase and speak directly with an agent. I think the big 4 and other firms are manipulating a situation and I want to prove it.


Good luck and let the rest of us know a number to call!
RE: RE: RE: I'm a tax preparer  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 7:04 pm : link
In comment 16022327 X said:
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And have dealt with the IRS directly in the past. They used to give contact numbers to call. However, at the moment, even if they have contacted you (by mail), they are almost impossible to speak to directly. They do not give you phone access and everything is done by mail and only if they initiate. There are some lower level IRS offices around and I went to one. But they are not authorized to deal with IRS correspondence or the issues raised in those letters. Good luck getting to someone. I don't know how to and I'm a certified by the IRS to represent clients in audits. But again, that's only if they initiate the contact. Wish I could help more.



I’m a CPA, I have my PTIN and CAF number and former big 4. I’ve tried getting them on the phone they have informed me they don’t handle tax law on the phone anymore. I’m trying to cut to the chase and speak directly with an agent. I think the big 4 and other firms are manipulating a situation and I want to prove it.



Good luck and let the rest of us know a number to call!


Shit, if I figure this out I might create a whole new business!
RE: RE: The IRS used to have  
Metnut : 2/1/2023 7:04 pm : link
In comment 16022326 bradshaw44 said:
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a practitioner hotline where tax professionals could call. I've been retired for a few years, but the last few years I was working you were lucky to get someone to answer the phone. A typical taxpayer looking for an advance ruling? Uh, no.



I’m trying to settle tax law. And I represent a substantial firm. I’m working all angles to get to an agent. I live in the DC area and just might have to go there.


Reach out to a big law firm in DC that had former IRS people in high positions. Won’t be cheap but that’s how this is done.
RE: RE: RE: The IRS used to have  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 7:06 pm : link
In comment 16022329 Metnut said:
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a practitioner hotline where tax professionals could call. I've been retired for a few years, but the last few years I was working you were lucky to get someone to answer the phone. A typical taxpayer looking for an advance ruling? Uh, no.



I’m trying to settle tax law. And I represent a substantial firm. I’m working all angles to get to an agent. I live in the DC area and just might have to go there.



Reach out to a big law firm in DC that had former IRS people in high positions. Won’t be cheap but that’s how this is done.


I’ve already done something like that. I cast a very wide net today. This was only one small play. Shot in the blue if you will!
RE: RE: The IRS used to have  
SomeFan : 2/1/2023 7:19 pm : link
In comment 16022326 bradshaw44 said:
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a practitioner hotline where tax professionals could call. I've been retired for a few years, but the last few years I was working you were lucky to get someone to answer the phone. A typical taxpayer looking for an advance ruling? Uh, no.



I’m trying to settle tax law. And I represent a substantial firm. I’m working all angles to get to an agent. I live in the DC area and just might have to go there.
I don’t think you will settle tax law speaking to an agent. In fact, you won’t settle tax law even if you speak with the Office of Chief Counsel.
Would an EA help?  
bw in dc : 2/1/2023 7:39 pm : link
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I don't know  
Giantsfan79 : 2/1/2023 7:40 pm : link
That showing up to IRS headquarters uninvited is the play to make.
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Jim in Fairfax : 2/1/2023 7:44 pm : link
In comment 16022342 SomeFan said:
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a practitioner hotline where tax professionals could call. I've been retired for a few years, but the last few years I was working you were lucky to get someone to answer the phone. A typical taxpayer looking for an advance ruling? Uh, no.



I’m trying to settle tax law. And I represent a substantial firm. I’m working all angles to get to an agent. I live in the DC area and just might have to go there.

I don’t think you will settle tax law speaking to an agent. In fact, you won’t settle tax law even if you speak with the Office of Chief Counsel.


This. If you need clarification on tax law, you need to consult a tax attorney.
I work for a large tax preparation company  
larryflower37 : 2/1/2023 7:57 pm : link
What are you trying to do?
RE: I work for a large tax preparation company  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 8:16 pm : link
In comment 16022363 larryflower37 said:
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What are you trying to do?


Are you familiar with the section 174 expense capitalization issue?
RE: RE: I work for a large tax preparation company  
larryflower37 : 2/1/2023 8:26 pm : link
In comment 16022376 bradshaw44 said:
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What are you trying to do?



Are you familiar with the section 174 expense capitalization issue?

I do not but I can ask up, I know we have direct contact with the IRS.
I could share me email with you but obviously not on here.
RE: RE: RE: I work for a large tax preparation company  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 8:31 pm : link
In comment 16022384 larryflower37 said:
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In comment 16022363 larryflower37 said:


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What are you trying to do?



Are you familiar with the section 174 expense capitalization issue?


I do not but I can ask up, I know we have direct contact with the IRS.
I could share me email with you but obviously not on here.


Can you email me at my address when you click on my handle?
I just checked my handle and for some reason it’s private.  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 8:32 pm : link
Here it is: newyorkgiants44@rocketmail.com
I emailed you  
larryflower37 : 2/1/2023 8:35 pm : link
I will see what I can find out
RE: I emailed you  
bradshaw44 : 2/1/2023 8:51 pm : link
In comment 16022391 larryflower37 said:
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I will see what I can find out


Got it. Thanks man!
Pounded the pavement working my network  
bradshaw44 : 2/2/2023 6:41 pm : link
Have a meeting with the GC of the IRS. Thanks all for your help!
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