Jan. 15, 2013 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a simplified option that many owners of home-based businesses and some home-based workers may use to figure their deductions for the business use of their homes. In tax year 2010, the…
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What frustrates you as a tax preparer?
From: Cindy VanBeckum [mailto:vcindyvb@natptax.com] Sent: Friday, January 04, 2013 9:42 AM To: Chuck McCabe Subject: TAXPRO Journal Article What frustrates you as a tax preparer? One NATP member tells us that he is exasperated with the inconsistency of 1099 forms. He writes:…
Corporate returns…where is the best training?
The comments below were posted on Tax Business Owners of America: I prepare personal returns and I have been getting a few clients that want me to prepare corporate returns What is the best option for getting the best education to gain…
CE Requirement and PTIN Renewal Reminder
If you are an unenrolled tax preparer, you must complete your 15 hours of CE by Monday. If you haven’t already renewed your PTIN you should do so as without delay. You are not required to complete your CE prior to renewing;…
15 Test-taking Tips for the RTRP Exam…… FREE White Paper
This Free white paper will help you to become familiar with the IRS Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP) Exam and be prepared to pass the test. The white paper also provides links to additional valuable free information and resources. If you want…
What qualities does a person need to be successful as a tax professional?
The most important attribute of a successful tax preparer is excellent people skills. Of course the applicant must also have the aptitude to learn tax law and the image and communication skills to command the respect of the clients, as well as…
Growing Demand for Tax Education Nationwide
The Income Tax School Launches New Website (link below) to Meet Growing Demand for Tax Education Nationwide http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/11/prweb10171821.htm
12 Advantages of a Career as a Tax Preparer
A career in tax preparation has always been rewarding. Recent changes and trends in the tax preparation industry driven by technology, legislation and demographics will make the outlook for tax professionals even more attractive. Below are 12 reasons why tax preparation may…
Does direct mail work to attract new clients?
Please share your experience in using direct mail to get new clients. Have you mailed letters, post-cards, self-mailers or other types of mail? What type of mailing list did you use and what was the source? How many clients did your mailings produced? What was…
How Do You Attract New Clients Through Your Website?
Does your website bring in new clients? If not, what purpose does it serve? Are you maintaining organic SEO? Do you use paid search? Do you advertise to drive traffic to your website? How? Is your website interactive? Can clients schedule appointments…
Tax Preparer Non-compete Agreements
If you employ tax preparers it is essential to have an employment agreement that includes non-compete, confidentiality and non-solicitation provisions that are enforceable. A non-compete during the term of employment is usually enforceable. However, for a non-compete provision that continues after termination…
Peoples Tax Celebrates 25 Years Morphing to a National Tax School
For Immediate Release September 5, 2012 Peoples Income Tax, Inc., Richmond, VA Contact: Maureen Scott mscott@TheIncomeTaxSchool.com (804) 204-1040 / (800) 984-1040 Charles E. McCabe, CEO and founder of Richmond-based Peoples Income Tax, Inc. announced the firm’s 25th anniversary. Peoples opened its first…