Victor Jaramillo Explores Cryptocurrency Issues at ABA 2020 Midyear Meeting

With the issuance of Revenue Ruling 2019-24 and new FAQs regarding the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies, the IRS obtaining information from various sources identifying taxpayers who own cryptocurrencies, IRS Field Collection requiring disclosure of cryptocurrencies on Forms 433-A, Collection Information Statements, and pending criminal investigations, taxpayers who formerly resided in the shadows are coming to the surface and seeking advice. The panelists will discuss what you need to know before your first meeting with a client facing cryptocurrency issues, including the latest IRS and FinCEN guidance on crypto-currencies, crypto-related issues arising in examinations and criminal investigations, and available paths for the non-compliant.