Finance Exam Prep

Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 3] 45, Building a Representation Case File

September 19, 2026·3 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The critical difference between Form 2848 for representation and Form 8821 for information access. - Why establishing a clear scope of engagement and identifying all IRS deadlines are the first crucial steps. - How to use IRS transcripts and client notices as the foundation for reconciling tax records. - The importance of creating a detailed chronology of events to build a compelling case narrative. - Key practitioner responsibilities under Circular 230, including documenting advice and protecting client confidentiality. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep

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