CCH's Understanding IRS Communications (Third Edition) is a concise guide to key IRS documents and their application to tax compliance and controversy resolution. This book offers a solid and current understanding of essential forms of communications used by the IRS, providing a foundation for thorough and effective tax research, planning, advice, and return preparation.

This newly updated guide discusses the legal effect of IRS documents in light of the numerous changes implemented in response to the IRS restructuring and reform. Understanding IRS Communications identifies and describes in straightforward language the myriad of IRS documents. Its clear explanations foster a current awareness and comprehension critical for litigation and other dealings with the IRS, including the degree of reliance on such documents and the retroactive application of new or modified IRS positions.

Tax practitioners, government employees, educators and students alike will appreciate and benefit from this helpful resource's concise and practical guidance on IRS communications and documentation.

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