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Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 3] 17, Practitioner Fees and Contingent Fee Rules

Finance Exam Prep · Aug 22, 2026 · 3:02

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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 general prohibition under Circular 230 against charging unconscionable and contingent fees.
- The specific exception allowing contingent fees for representing a client during an IRS examination or challenge to an original tax return.
- The critical 120-day rule for charging contingent fees on amended returns or claims for refund in connection with an IRS examination.
- The exception that permits contingent fees for claims related solely to statutory interest and penalties.
- The circumstances under which a contingent fee is allowed for services related to judicial proceedings.

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