Before hiring a tax professional, compare the services and experience you need. Enrolled agents have broad IRS representation rights, as do U.S. CPAs and attorneys. Choose the professional whose current credential, experience and agreed scope fit the matter; the EA credential does not guarantee a better result than another qualified representative.
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1) Full IRS Representation
Enrolled Agents are federally licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS in all 50 states. Agree which audits, collection matters or other tax questions are covered and obtain the required taxpayer authorization.
2) Expert Tax Knowledge & Strategy
EA enrollment may be earned by passing the three-part Special Enrollment Examination or through qualifying prior IRS experience, with applicable enrollment and suitability requirements. Enrolled agents have continuing education and renewal obligations; confirm relevant experience for your engagement.
3) Year-Round Tax Planning
Ask whether quarterly reviews, estimated-payment discussions or mid-year updates are included. Agree on review dates and the records needed for those discussions.
4) Business & Individual Expertise
From sole proprietors and S-Corps to landlords and multi-state earners, an EA tailors tax strategies to your unique needs.
5) IRS Notice and Audit Support
With the appropriate authorization, an enrolled agent can help prepare responses and represent the taxpayer before the IRS. Penalty-relief requests depend on eligibility and agency approval; no audit outcome or reduction is guaranteed.
6) Clear Communication & Secure Portals
Confirm the approved transfer method and point of contact for the engagement. Agree how missing records, questions and next steps will be communicated.
For credential information, review the IRS guide to preparer qualifications. Hiring decisions should also consider the assigned practitioner, relevant experience, written fees and responsibilities.
Hiring an Enrolled Agent FAQs
What is the difference between an Enrolled Agent and a CPA?
EAs specialize in federal tax and IRS representation, while U.S. CPAs hold state-issued credentials that may cover broader accounting fields. Pedro Henriquez is a U.S. Enrolled Agent and holds a CPA credential in the Dominican Republic. That Dominican credential is not a U.S. CPA license; confirm the professional credential and engagement scope for the service you need.
Can an Enrolled Agent represent me in all states?
Yes. EAs are federally licensed, allowing nationwide representation before the IRS.
Do EAs handle business as well as personal taxes?
Absolutely. From LLCs and S-Corps to partnerships and sole proprietorships, EAs manage filings and create proactive tax plans.
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