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EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 54 MIN

Building a Year-Round Practice Through Representation Work

from Federal Tax Updates · host Roger Harris, EA and Annie Schwab, CPA

Roger and Annie welcome Alan Pinck, EA and moderator of Tax Talk Today, for a wide-ranging conversation about his transition from hospitality management to tax representation work. Alan shares war stories from the days of preparing returns by hand, explains why treating IRS auditors with respect yields better outcomes than adversarial tactics, and discusses the critical differences between examination and collections work. The conversation covers everything from ghost preparers and ERC problems to building a year-round practice, teaching strategies, and why the most important day of tax season is April 16th.SponsorsPadgett -  Contact Padgett or Email Jeff PhillipsConnect with Alanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-pinck-ea-1b29b66https://apincktax.com/ Get NASBA Approved CPE or IRS Approved CELaunch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE for listening to this episode.Chapters(00:00) - Introduction and Welcome (00:50) - Special Guest Introduction: Alan Pink (01:58) - Alan's Journey into Tax Profession (04:42) - Challenges and Anecdotes in Tax Preparation (12:54) - Representation and Audits (21:26) - Collections vs. Examination (28:10) - Current Issues and Credits (29:04) - Taxpayer Liability and Rule Changes (30:09) - Understanding Captive Insurance (32:33) - Advice for New Tax Professionals (33:31) - NAEA and Educational Programs (37:19) - Becoming a Tax Talk Moderator (40:34) - Challenges and Rewards of Live Shows (50:10) - Upcoming Speaking Engagements (52:17) - Final Thoughts and Farewell Follow the Federal Tax Updates Podcast on Social Mediatwitter.com/FedTaxPodfacebook.com/FedTaxPodlinkedin.com/showcase/fedtaxpodConnect with the Hosts on LinkedInRoger HarrisAnnie SchwabReviewLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or PodchaserSubscribeSubscribe to the Federal Tax Updates podcast in your favorite podcast app!This podcast is a production of Earmark MediaThe full transcript for this episode is available by clicking on the Transcript tab at the top of this pageAll content from this podcast by SmallBizPros, Inc. DBA PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES is intended for informational purposes only.

Roger and Annie welcome Alan Pinck, EA and moderator of Tax Talk Today, for a wide-ranging conversation about his transition from hospitality management to tax representation work. Alan shares war stories from the days of preparing returns by hand, explains why treating IRS auditors with respect yields better outcomes than adversarial tactics, and discusses the critical differences between examination and collections work. The conversation covers everything from ghost preparers and ERC problems to building a year-round practice, teaching strategies, and why the most important day of tax season is April 16th.SponsorsPadgett -  Contact Padgett or Email Jeff PhillipsConnect with Alanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-pinck-ea-1b29b66https://apincktax.com/ Get NASBA Approved CPE or IRS Approved CELaunch the course on EarmarkCPE to get free CPE/CE for listening to this episode.Chapters(00:00) - Introduction and Welcome (00:50) - Special Guest Introduction: Alan Pink (01:58) - Alan's Journey into Tax Profession (04:42) - Challenges and Anecdotes in Tax Preparation (12:54) - Representation and Audits (21:26) - Collections vs. Examination (28:10) - Current Issues and Credits (29:04) - Taxpayer Liability and Rule Changes (30:09) - Understanding Captive Insurance (32:33) - Advice for New Tax Professionals (33:31) - NAEA and Educational Programs (37:19) - Becoming a Tax Talk Moderator (40:34) - Challenges and Rewards of Live Shows (50:10) - Upcoming Speaking Engagements (52:17) - Final Thoughts and Farewell Follow the Federal Tax Updates Podcast on Social Mediatwitter.com/FedTaxPodfacebook.com/FedTaxPodlinkedin.com/showcase/fedtaxpodConnect with the Hosts on LinkedInRoger HarrisAnnie SchwabReviewLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or PodchaserSubscribeSubscribe to the Federal Tax Updates podcast in your favorite podcast app!This podcast is a production of Earmark MediaThe full transcript for this episode is available by clicking on the Transcript tab at the top of this pageAll content from this podcast by SmallBizPros, Inc. DBA PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES is intended for informational purposes only.

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