Changes to IRS Form 2848 (Power of Attorney)

The most recent revision (Rev. March 2012) of Form 2848 (Power of Attorney) has some changes that you should be aware of. As a reminder, this is the form that a taxpayer uses to authorize their tax return preparer to represent them before the IRS – usually regarding tax returns for specified years.

Below are the changes to Form 2848:

• In order to represent a married couple on a joint return, both the husband and wife must now complete and submit separate Forms 2848.
• If you wish to have the IRS send copies of all notices and communications to you, the box next to each representative’s name and address must be checked.
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Click here to read the entire CrossLink Tax Update that includes further information on the changes to IRS Form 2848 (Power of Attorney).