Interesting thought about identity theft... It may have been, but every other EIN (the 7 fictitious ones) had my corporate name correct. You’d think that alone would flag a “we’ve got a records problem” issue but apparently not!
I’m also glad that - since the very first meeting with my Revenue Officer - I have had my CPA, lawyer, or both present. The two times neither could make it, I set up a video camera and recorded the meeting. The IRS RO really did NOT like that! But I’ll be damned if it’s ever going to be “he said/she said”. There WILL be a witness (CPA or lawyer) or a recording to prove what happened/what was said.
Folks, find a GOOD CPA or lawyer and make sure they are always present!
I would not let you near the IRS agent if you were my client. In fact I would allow very few clients to have contact. They just screw stuff up.
Before you continue with the IRS, read this its pretty good and written in english:
http://www.amazon.com/Stand-LL-M-Frederick-Daily-J-D/dp/1413309224/ref=pd_cp_b_2_img