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IRS Filing Relief for Schedules K-2 and K-3

Last year, the IRS announced new Schedules K-2 and K-3 for the 2021 tax year. These schedules were introduced to standardize the reporting of international tax items that were previously reported on Schedule K-1. The IRS published updated instructions for Forms 1065, 1120-S and 8865 on Jan. 18, 2022, stating that entities with no foreign […]

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EA vs CPA salary: what you need to know for your career

Becoming either an Enrolled Agent (EA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will significantly impact your career, giving you the title of “trusted professional” in either the tax or accounting fields. As you weigh the two options, consider differences in salary, job function and career path.  EA vs CPA salary  According to ZipRecruiter.com, the national average salary for an Enrolled […]

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What does it take to be a CMA?

Want to become a CMA? Follow these steps to earn your credential So, you’ve carved out a good career in accounting. You’re respected for your reliability and expertise with numbers. Some might say you’re doing well, but you want more. You want a seat at the table where decisions are made. It’s time to get […]

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The Benefits of a Tax Preparation Career

Whether you’re looking to work part time throughout the year or full time for a few months during the busy season, a career in tax preparation can be flexible and rewarding work.   Tax preparation is a great home-based business for many types of people. If you are someone who enjoys working with people and on […]

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5 study habits of successful CPA Exam candidates

Every CPA Exam Candidate walks into Prometric on testing day with the intention to pass. But the specifics of how candidates prepare during their CPA study time makes the difference between a passing and failing score. The reality is that more goes into studying and passing the CPA Exam than just going through all the […]

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2021 California 5-Hour

1. COMMUNITY PROPERTYnnUpon completion of this chapter, students will understand community property, community income, and separate property. Students will be able to determine how community and separate income should be reported in a community property state, regardless of whether the taxpayer lives in a community or separate property state. In addition, students will determine how […]

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Professional Networking Tips for Tax Professionals

When it’s time to launch your career, they hand you a networking card. It gets you into any virtual or in-person gathering and helps you leave with a big stack of business contacts. No? Sorry about that. Maybe a networking card will exist someday, but in the meantime, networking is a skill you can and […]

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4 internship tips to lead to success

Internships are an exciting, engaging, and structured way to start your career journey while still in school. They introduce you to career options, allow you to find your fit, and build your resume without having to make a full-time commitment at the start. To help you navigate your internship experience we have put together four […]

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What You Need to Know About The IRS Annual Filing Season Program

It might come as a shock to learn that tax preparers are not federally regulated. You need a license to cut someone’s hair, but in most places within the U.S., you don’t need a license to prepare someone’s tax return. Despite this, it’s important for all tax preparers to keep up with current tax laws […]

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