IRS Whisperer

In today's episode of the IRS Whisperer Podcast, host Dan Henn, CPA, CTR™ kicks off Part 1 of a powerful two-part series on a topic every tax pro needs to master: setting client boundaries. If you're feeling overwhelmed, constantly responding to late-night texts, or doing rush work for clients who procrastinate—this episode is for you. Dan shares real-world strategies to help you: Set clear commun...

In today's episode of the IRS Whisperer Podcast, host Dan Henn, CPA, CTR™ shares a powerful mindset and business-building session focused on one thing: ditching the "I can't" attitude and unlocking smarter ways to grow your tax practice. If you've ever felt stuck, underpaid, or overwhelmed by too many low-fee clients—this episode is your wake-up call. Dan shares real-world examples and tactical st...

In today's episode of the IRS Whisperer Podcast, the host (Dan Henn, CPA, CTR™) discusses how you can become the go-to expert in your market for IRS representation. Whether it's handling collections or exam work, Dan dives into actionable steps to establish yourself as a trusted professional, even if you're just getting started. From marketing strategies to networking tips, you'll learn how to: In...

In this episode, the host kicks off Season 3 with three powerful strategies every tax pro needs to build a more profitable, less stressful practice. Tired of long hours, endless client demands, and the feeling that you're working harder but not really moving forward? The IRS Whisperer Podcast is here to change that. You'll learn how time blocking can help you take back your day, how to uncover qui...

In this episode, we dive into the opportunities available for licensed tax professionals in handling IRS collections cases. Using data from the IRS Data Book, we explore the prevalence of taxpayer delinquent accounts, offers in compromise, and installment agreements.   The host discusses the potential earnings for tax professionals, emphasizing the benefits of transitioning to a representation-foc...

Mastering the Value Ladder and Reasonable Cause Penalty Abatements for Tax Practitioners In today's episode, we discuss two key topics beneficial for tax practitioners: the value ladder strategy for marketing and practice management, and the technical aspects of reasonable cause penalty abatements. The value ladder is explained with examples of creating tiered packages to enhance client services a...

Effective Marketing Strategies for Tax Professionals In this episode, Dan  Henn,  CPA ,  CTR™ , discusses various marketing strategies for tax and bookkeeping practices, based on ideas shared during a mastermind group meeting. Key suggestions include leveraging client referrals, utilizing church bulletins for advertising, mailing paper newsletters, and reminding clients of additional services offe...

Managing Procrastination and Payment Plans: Essential Tips for Tax Professionals In this episode, Dan  Henn,  CPA ,  CTR™ also known as the IRS Whisperer, addresses the prevalent issue of procrastination among clients and its adverse effects on tax professionals. Dan explores ten significant consequences, including missed deadlines, increased stress, financial losses, reputation damage, lower work...

In this episode, the Dan  Henn,  CPA ,  CTR™ focuses on best practices for communication and documentation in the tax representation field. He emphasizes the importance of reducing verbal communications to written form to avoid disputes. He suggests using emails, letters, and recordings to accomplish this task. Dan  Henn,  CPA ,  CTR™ also provides strategies for securing payments upfront, highlig...

In this insightful episode of the IRS Whisperer Podcast, we delve into the dual topics of leveraging newsletters for business growth and ensuring you are adequately compensated for your professional services. Key Highlights: The Power of Newsletters : Discover how newsletters can be a potent tool for marketing and client engagement. Dan  Henn,  CPA ,  CTR™ shares a preference for traditional paper...

Writing a book is one of the best things you can do for your tax practice. It can become the best thing to differentiate yourself from your competition. It will become your new business card and it can lead to better clients, speaking gigs, and possibly TV/radio/podcast interviews. Why don't you have a book of your own with your name in the title. Make it a goal for you to have a book with your na...

Welcome to our exploration of a topic that many tax professionals and licensed practitioners often grapple with: raising fees. Despite the ever-present dynamics of inflation and market forces, numerous professionals find it incredibly challenging to increase their rates. In this episode, we'll dive into several key reasons behind this hesitation and examine how it affects your clients, profits, an...

Collecting retainers has been one of the best things that I ever did. I collected a 50 percent retainer on tax preparation. I would do at least a 50 percent retainer on collections cases. If you want to know more and how to handle this in your tax practice, this episode is for you.  

Ever gone to the office worked a whole day and on your way home you are thinking, "What the Heck did I do today?". You feel that you have nothing to show for it. You answered two to three "Got a minute" phone calls, returned all of the email that came in within 5 minutes of it showing up and even met with a few clients that were not previously scheduled. This episode will help you correct that pro...

Receiving penalties from the IRS? Let's use what the Internal Revenue Manual (IRM) says about penalties to our advantage. In this episode, Dan shares how to start building professional relationships that lead to client referrals, why you should develop a system for onboarding new clients, and some helpful tips for handling penalty abatement requests for your clients.   Key Takeaways: - Who to reac...

Are you struggling to get new clients? Implementing lead magnets into your marketing plan could be your solution! In this episode, Dan breaks down the different types of lead magnets, how to decide which is best for you, along with multiple real-world examples proving their effectiveness. Dan also shares tips to manage your billings and increase your revenue before wrapping up with a complete walk...

Stop losing clients! Stay top-of-mind and build a better client relationship with a paper newsletter. Join Dan in this information packed episode to learn how to incorporate a paper newsletter into your marketing plan. You'll also learn when it's appropriate to use a Power of Attorney and why you need to implement systems into your practice.   Key Takeaways: - Differences between a form 2848 - Pow...

Would you like to prevent paying a preparer penalty? Paul Hamann of RCReports will tell you how. In this episode, Dan and Paul discuss exactly what reasonable compensation is and why it's important for every tax professional and business owner to understand. They examine some real cases involving reasonable compensation issues and how the tools and resources provided by RCReports became crucial to...

Wanting to grow your tax practice and make more money? Then this show is for you. Our first guest on the show, Jassen Bowman, will share why you should add IRS Collections representation to your practice and how to do so with confidence. Join Dan and Jassen as they take a deep dive into developing a recession proof tax practice. They discuss how you can transform continuing education credits into...

Welcome to the first episode of the IRS Whisperer podcast! In this episode, Dan discusses why you should consider writing a book to expand your marketing strategy and some great tips on how to get started. He also shares some important things to consider when collecting payments from clients before wrapping up with an introduction to handling IRS collection cases.   Key Takeaways: - How to incorpo...

Hey fellow tax professional, are you ready to become the superhero your clients need all while achieving financial freedom in your tax practice? Join Dan Henn, CPA, CTR™, CTC, and co-founder of the Tax Resolution Academy® with nearly 30 years of experience in the industry, through invaluable interviews with industry experts and informative discussions focusing on tax marketing and practice managem...