Joy Ahn, Enrolled Agent & Certified Fraud Examiner

Joy Ahn is a dedicated and highly skilled tax professional with extensive expertise in taxation and fraud examination. As an Enrolled Agent (EA), she is federally authorized by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at all administrative levels, including audits, collections, and appeals. Her in-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations ensures that individuals and businesses receive comprehensive tax resolutions and representation.

In addition to her tax expertise, Joy is also a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), possessing a specialized skill set in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation. Her ability to identify financial discrepancies and implement fraud deterrence measures makes her a valuable asset to clients looking to safeguard their financial interests.

With a strong commitment to integrity and professionalism, Joy Ahn provides strategic guidance to clients navigating complex tax matters and compliance challenges. Whether advocating for taxpayers before the IRS or uncovering fraudulent activities, she delivers meticulous attention to detail and a results-driven approach.

Joy is passionate about helping individuals and businesses achieve financial clarity and compliance while protecting their interests against fraud and tax-related challenges.

A Life-Changing Encounter: The Story That Shifted My Focus

I first met R and his business partner, K, in the summer of 2017 at their office. They had just formed a partnership for their house-flipping business, and R owned multiple businesses at the time. They sought my guidance on setting up their bookkeeping and understanding the tax implications for their newly established company. During our discussions, R never mentioned any tax problems or IRS issues he was facing.

I prepared K’s tax returns, though I found it unusual that R wanted me to handle all their tax matters without discussing his own. Then, in early April, K told me that an IRS agent – likely a Revenue Officer – had come to their office unannounced and seized 17 boxes of documents from R’s office. As a result, R had nothing available to prepare for his 2016 tax returns. That marked the beginning of an IRS investigation, which later escalated when the IRS Criminal Investigation Division placed R under electronic monitoring.

After the criminal investigation began, I never saw R again. He hired a lawyer, and his court dates kept getting postponed. Then, one day, K called me unexpectedly and asked, “Can you guess what I heard?” I immediately screamed, “Oh, no.” I instinctively knew – R had taken his own life. Facing the possibility of federal prison, he couldn’t bear the thought of the trial.

I never imagined I would witness someone I knew taking such a tragic path due to IRS problems. R didn’t even know what the judgment would be, and yet, the weight of uncertainty became too much for him to bear. As I cleaned up the partnership files after his death, I couldn’t shake the thought that had I known the full extent of his issues, I might have been able to help him.

That devastating experience profoundly changed my career path, and from that moment on, I dedicated my focus to assisting troubled taxpayers in resolving their IRS issues. Every tax problem has a solution, and I am committed to helping my clients navigate their IRS and state tax challenges so they can reclaim their lives.