Best Time to Start a Tax Prep Business? Right now!

Whether you are searching for yourself or with a fellow tax preparer, regardless of previous experience, you will find that this is the best and last year to open your own tax prep business with the fewest barriers to enter the industry.  New federal tax preparer requirements set in place will be enforced strictly next […]

Important CTEC Info! California Preparers, Time’s ticking!

California CTEC Information & Pricing: CTEC Renewal (20 hrs) New CTEC Certification (60 hrs) FD Partners: $69.99 $169.99 Non Partners: $99.99 $249.99 $$$ Important CTEC Deadlines $$$ October 31st- Deadline to renew with CTEC, Pay California $25 After 10/31- Jan. 1st- Late renewal with CTEC, Pay California $25 to renew with $55 late fee After […]

A Farewell Letter to IRS Commissioner Shulman

It was no surprise that IRS Commissioner Shulman announced today that he is ending his term. We knew he planned on it. He ends his term just after the presidential election. Shulman has been the Commissioner since March 24, 2008 and his term ends on the 9th day of November of this year.  He leaves […]

Webinar Reminder! Tonight- Itemized Vs. Standard Deductions

Webinar Overview: Itemized Deductions vs. Standard Deductions – What is the difference? When to itemize? What is the deductible? What records are needed when filed? Specifics to Schedule A’s. *Recording will be archived and posted on your partner portal for later viewing. Enjoy! Itemized vs. Standard Deductions Join us for a Webinar on October 4 […]

Webinar: Itemized Deductions vs. Standard Deductions

Webinar Overview: Itemized Deductions vs. Standard Deductions – What is the difference? When to itemize? What is the deductible? What records are needed when filed? Specifics to Schedule A’s. Itemized vs. Standard Deductions Join us for a Webinar on October 4 Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/552788841 Itemized Deductions vs. Standard […]

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