2021 Tax Season PTIN Registration – OPEN

2021 Tax Season PTIN Registration – OPEN

FYI – PTIN Registration is Open! The IRS published a News Release on July 15, 2020 stating in summary: The IRS set a $21 fee per Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) application or renewal (plus a $14.95 fee payable to a contractor). Anyone who prepares or...
Is your Tax Business setup the RightWay

Is your Tax Business setup the RightWay

As a tax preparer, you’re already well-versed in the tax laws that affect small business owners. This article is meant to serve as a guide to ensure you are compliant in your own business. From choosing a legal structure to collecting tax info for your employees,...
E-FILE 1040X – Desktop Update

E-FILE 1040X – Desktop Update

Desktop: E-file Amended Returns We have released a 1040 update today for the Desktop / Dashboard programs. After installing it, you will be able to e-file amended returns. Click here to download a short “how to” guide with instructions & screenshots....
Accessing your IRS e-Services Login

Accessing your IRS e-Services Login

Steps to access e-Services Login Screen We just received a call from a client attempting to locate the IRS e-Services Login Screen.   Not sure when the IRS updated the website layout, but they sure made locating the login screen more challenging (buried it)! So,...
2021- PTIN Fees are back :(

2021- PTIN Fees are back :(

IRS announces 2021 PTIN Fees for tax return preparers  WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today the annual fee for 2021 that tax return preparers must pay to apply for or renew their Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN). In final...