CAA/ITIN Application Update- Regarding Dependents
If you have a client who is attempting to get ITINs for dependents, he or she must be a parent or use a Power of Attorney form for immediate family (grandparents, brothers, sisters, etc). If your client is an aunt or uncle, the Power of Attorney will not work. In this instance, you will notarize […]
Crook Arrested for Using Dead Preparer’s Identity to File Tax Returns
A man, Todd P. Halpern, in New Jersey was charged with one count of tax fraud and one count of identify theft. He was arrested at his home by agents of the FBI and IRS, according to U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman’s office. Halpern prepared and filed 657 fraudulent federal income tax returns with the […]
Federal Direct Is Now A Certified CE Provider!
It’s true. Along with providing the best training and support (among other things) in the industry, we are now certified to provide continuing education classes, including prep courses for the upcoming RTRP test! With this new resource, current and prospective partners can rest assured that they will pass the exams to become a Registered Tax […]
Time To Start Thinking About Your RTRP Test!!!
Ladies and gentlemen, it is time to begin thinking about your plans regarding the impending Registered Tax Return Preparer exam. As much as many of us unintentionally procrastinate, it is advisable to go ahead and begin preparing to take the test. Do not wait until the last minute. Here are a few facts about the […]
Reminder: Webinar Tonight Covering Amendments
Don’t forget about the webinar covering amendments this evening! It’s time to fix any errors that were made, claim rightful dependents who were previously claimed, etc. *If you cannot make the webinar, it will be posted on your partner portal so you will have access to it once it is posted! Title: Amending Tax Returns […]