How to Eliminate or Reduce IRS Penalties & Interest: A Tax Pro’s Playbook
From: $169.00
Date: May 27th, 2026
Time: 1pmET | 12pm CT | 11am MT | 10am PT
Duration: 120 Minutes
IRS penalties can feel like an unsettling surprise for both taxpayers and tax professionals. One moment, you’re filing taxes without a hitch, and the next, a penalty appears whether from a small mistake or a more significant error. These penalties can quickly accumulate, leading to unnecessary stress and financial strain. But don’t worry there are effective strategies to reduce or even eliminate these penalties entirely.
In this practical and insightful course, you’ll discover proven methods to address and challenge IRS penalties. You’ll explore the different types of penalties, including preparer penalties, and navigate the complexities of the appeals process. We’ll also emphasize the importance of amended tax returns in reducing or eliminating penalties, along with strategies for crafting strong, successful appeals to resolve these issues efficiently.
Major Topics:
Understanding IRS Penalties
Reasonable Cause and First-Time Abatement Relief
Effective Strategies for Amended Returns
Mastering the Appeals Process
Best Practices for Preventing Penalties
Learning Objectives
Recognize negligence penalties and understand their application.
Evaluate when preparer penalties apply and the risks involved.
Learn how to effectively use amended returns to reduce penalty impact.
Navigate the appeals process to confidently challenge penalties.
Apply strategies to minimize penalty risks for clients.
This course is designed to provide you with actionable insights for navigating the intricate world of IRS penalties. By helping clients avoid costly fines, you’ll empower them to regain control of their finances. You’ll leave with proven strategies for minimizing penalties and handling IRS interactions with confidence and expertise.
Credits and Other information:
Recommended CPE credit – 2.0
Recommended field of study – Taxes
Session Prerequisites and preparation: None
Session learning level: Basic
Location: Virtual/Online
Delivery method: Group Internet Based
Attendance Requirement: Yes
Session Duration: 120 minutes
Who Will Benefit:
CPA
Enrolled Agents (EAs)
Tax Professionals
Attorneys
Other Tax Preparers
Finance professionals
Financial planners
About Our Speaker
Robert Nordlander , CPA
Owner , Nordlander CPA
Robert Nordlander is a CPA and CFE with extensive experience in forensic accounting and tax resolution. He previously served over 20 years as a Senior Special Agent with IRS Criminal Investigation, specializing in financial crimes like tax evasion and money laundering.His expertise in complex white-collar investigations allows him to uncover schemes, trace hidden assets and income, and communicate accounting in clear, understandable terms.In addition to his professional practice, Robert actively educates tax professionals and attorneys in the field of forensic accounting, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to unwind complex financial investigations.
