Internal Revenue Service officials have released a report PDF, with executive summary PDF, on the agency's examination of abusive practices by nonprofit credit counseling organizations. The report describes the IRS on-going program to ensure continuous compliance with the tax laws through education, examinations, a comprehensive determination process, and a public awareness program. Additional resources: Summary of results PDF Joint Federal Agency Resources on Credit Counseling Chief Counsel Memoranda: CCA 200620001 PDF CCA 200431023 PDF Core analysis tool PDF and instructions PDF (used in analyzing cases) Frequently Asked Questions Consumer Alert on Credit Counseling Organizations IR-2006-80- IRS Takes New Steps on Credit Counseling Groups Following Widespread Abuse
