If you’re already a tax preparer, congrats! You’ve made a great career choice. And if you’re thinking about becoming a tax preparer, it’s really a great time! So kudos to you for being here! Tax preparers are in high demand right now…
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Top 6 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a Tax Preparer
We talk with people every day about what it takes to become a tax preparer. Here are the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) we get on becoming a tax preparer. What sort of education do I need to become a tax preparer?…
New Year, New Goals – Why Have Them & How to Make Them Achievable
With a new year upon us, it’s a chance to start fresh – a sort of reboot. We could all certainly use that after the year we just had. A great way to start fresh is to set new goals for yourself.…
Looking Back on 2020
This last year has been an interesting one to say the least! As we close out this extremely challenging year, I thought I’d reflect on some of the biggest news 2020 has given us. In the news On March 11, 2020, the…
How to Keep Clients Coming In – Despite the Pandemic
With the threat of rising COVID-19 cases, there’s a concern that clients will opt to stay home and prepare their own taxes this season to save money and stay safe. Here are some ideas to ensure you have business coming in this…
Preparing for a Pandemic Tax Season – What’s Top of Mind This Year?
As we approach 2021 – still in a pandemic – we need to be prepared for what will likely be a very confusing tax season for clients. As tax pros, we’re used to navigating the changes that come each season, but we’ve…
Ways to Decrease Stress During These Times
Unfortunately, the pandemic isn’t going away anytime soon. Here are some ways to keep stress at bay for your employees and for yourself. Take Care of Yourself As the head of your business’ operations, when you go down, so does everyone else.…
How to Grow Your Brand As A Tax Pro
Becoming a tax preparer and “hanging up a shingle”, as they say, is one thing. Getting people to trust you to prepare your taxes is another. Sure, your client base will start off with friends and family and their extended network, but…
4 Things You Need to Support Your Clients Virtually
As we prepare for another tax season during a global pandemic, it’s time to think critically about serving clients safely and conveniently. Last tax season dragged out due to COVID-19 causing a delayed filing deadline and extensions. This year, we face a…
The Benefits of Professional Associations
Starting a tax business requires commitment, dedication, and a lot of self-directed hard work. Professional tax and accounting associations can help. Many associations equip entrepreneurs and business owners with varying resources, articles, advice, and more. The National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP),…
Leveraging the Income Tax School to Grow Your Brand
In the 30+ years we’ve been in business, we’ve interacted with and supported tax preparers and business owners in so many different ways. They find our website searching online, they discover us on social media, they meet us at IRS tax forums……
Tax News Recap: Living in a Remote World
Who would have thought at the beginning of the year we would still be stuck at home doing everything from working to starting the school year online. This month we saw more from the IRS concerning cybersecurity, economic impact payments, the Payment…