Practical Guide to Offer in Compromise
Michael Koeppel, CTP, CPA, CITP, CFF, ABV, CGMA
Founder, Lakelet Advisory Group
1 CPE for AFSP, EA, CPA, CRTP
Intermediate level
An offer in compromise can provide meaningful relief for taxpayers facing overwhelming IRS debt, but the process is technical and closely scrutinized. This session breaks down eligibility standards, financial analysis requirements and the documentation needed to submit a credible offer. Leave better prepared to set client expectations and determine when an offer in compromise is truly the right strategy.
Objectives
Upon completion of this session, you will be able to:
- Understand the availability and purpose of an offer in compromise
- Learn the step-by-step process required for a successful offer in compromise submission
- Identify realistic expectations and potential outcomes of the offer in compromise process
CPE
| Governing body | CPE credits | Designation | Field of study |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRS | 1 | AFSP | Federal Tax Law Topic |
| IRS | 1 | EA | Federal Tax Law Topic |
| NASBA | 1 | CPA | Taxes |
| CTEC | 1 | CRTP | Federal Tax Law Topic |
| CFP Board | 0 | CFP® | N/A |
Details
Duration: 50 minutes
Course level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of federal income taxation
Advanced preparation: None
Delivery method: Group Live