Sean Pyles

Let's talk about working with the IRS because a lot of people may be intimidated to do so because there's almost a mythology around them coming for your money and people can be a little bit scared.

But it's helpful to be proactive, especially if you are resolving a dispute or getting on a payment plan.

So what advice do you have for people who will be working more closely with the IRS?

Absolutely.

I'm thinking, too, about how the IRS's staffing was cut by nearly 26% last year.

I imagine that's going to make all this communication a little bit more challenging.

What are you hearing about how the staffing reduction is affecting how people are working with the IRS?

I'm hearing mixed answers.

Not a good idea.

Very smart.

Let's do it when you are rested and ready to tackle this task.

Okay.

Absolutely.

Well, Tom O'Saban, Director of Tax Content for the National Association of Tax Professionals.

Thank you so much for coming on and talking with us today.

It's been my pleasure.

All right.

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