Navigating IRS Collections: Understanding Form 433 and Offer in Compromise WEBCAST
Overview
This two-hour course provides a comprehensive overview of the IRS collection process, guiding tax professionals through each stage, from the initial notice to enforced collection actions. Participants will gain insights into taxpayer expectations during the collection process, as well as strategies for resolving tax debts. The course highlights when to use Form 433-A or 433-B, the documentation needed, and the criteria for submitting an Offer in Compromise (OIC) to settle tax debts for less than the full amount owed. Attendees will also learn about the various payment options available and practical approaches to advising clients.
Highlights
Overview of the IRS collection process and enforcement actions. Initial notices, taxpayer rights, and IRS timelines. When to use Forms 433-A or 433-B and required documentation. Offer in Compromise (OIC): criteria, process, and practical considerations. Payment options: installment agreements, partial payment plans, and OIC. Advising clients on IRS collections and avoiding penalties. Compliance strategies for minimizing tax liabilities. Real-world scenarios and examples for tax debt resolution.
Prerequisites
None.
Designed For
CPAs, EAs, and tax professionals advising clients on IRS collections and resolving tax liabilities.
Objectives
Identify the stages of the IRS collection process, from initial notice to enforced collection actions. Recognize when Forms 433-A or 433-B are required and understand the information necessary to complete them. Evaluate the criteria for submitting an Offer in Compromise (OIC) and outline the submission process. Explain the different payment options available to taxpayers facing IRS collections. Determine how to effectively advise clients on navigating the IRS collection process. Minimize potential penalties and ensure compliance during the resolution process. Understand the implications of different settlement strategies, including OIC and installment agreements. Apply practical insights to real-world scenarios for resolving tax liabilities.
Preparation
None.
Notice
None.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Mary Jane Hourani, Professional Education Management Inc
Mary Jane Hourani, MM, EA, NTPI Fellow, Tax Accountant Mary Jane has been practicing since 1993, working for a couple larger Tax, Accounting, & Audit Firms in before transitioning to her own practice in 2005. Mary Jane has a Master of Management from Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration as well as a Bachelor of Science from Eastern Michigan University in Public Administration with a focus in Organizational Development and Governmental Accounting. She is credentialed as an Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent, allowing her to practice before the IRS. With this credential, she has direct oversite by the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility. She is also a National Association of Enrolled Agents NTPI Fellow. Mary Jane has been an Instructor of Tax for Michigan State University Tax School since 2008 as well as a speaker for several trade organizations since 2005. Mary Jane has been a Contributing Editor and Contributing Author of the National Tax Workbook for the Land Grand University Tax Education Foundation since 2009. She writes and compiles tax course packs used by Michigan State University Tax School and other trade organizations. She is a former H&R Block Instructor/Trainer. Mary Jane is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants, National Association of Tax Professionals, American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers, and is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
Non-Member Price $109.00
Member Price $79.00