Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 3] 69, Refund Claims and Form 843

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In this episode you will learn:

- The critical difference between using an amended income tax return (e.g., Form 1040-X) and Form 843 for non-income tax related refund claims.

- Mastering the statute of limitations for filing a refund claim: three years from filing or two years from payment, whichever is later.

- How the six-month 'deemed denial' rule allows a taxpayer to file a lawsuit if the IRS fails to act on their claim.

- The strict two-year deadline for filing a refund suit in federal court after receiving a notice of disallowance from the IRS.

- The scope and limitations of an Enrolled Agent's authority to represent clients in administrative refund claims versus court proceedings.

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