Tax Season Essentials
Get help during tax season with news about the latest developments from the IRS, and important information about the latest tax law changes and developments for tax preparers. Also find information here on new software and requirements for tax practitioners, including PTIN registration, continuing education and testing.
Tax Refund Amounts Fell During Delayed Tax Season
Changes to the tax laws at the beginning of the year resulted in a delayed tax season in which the average tax refund declined slightly, according to a new government report. Read more »
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IRS Tells Electronic Filers to Update Application Info
February 12, 2013The Internal Revenue Service is reminding electronic filers to review their IRS e-file... Read more »
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IRS Warns of Delays with Child Tax Credit Claims
February 12, 2013The Internal Revenue Service is cautioning tax preparers about delays in processing tax returns... Read more »
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After Ruling, Preparers Debate Continuing Ed
February 9, 2013The future of the RTRP designation may be in doubt, but many preparers still seem to see urgent... Read more »
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Two Major Tax Forms Ready for Filing Soon
February 8, 2013The Internal Revenue Service announced that it would begin accepting tax forms covering... Read more »
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Man Resigns from Job after Receiving a W-2 Numbered 666
February 7, 2013A Tennessee man has quit his job after receiving a W-2 tax form from his employer stamped with... Read more »
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IRS Conducts Nationwide Sweep to Crack Down on Identity Theft and Tax Refund Fraud
February 7, 2013The Internal Revenue Service has stepped up its efforts this tax season to combat identity... Read more »
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IRS Extends Deadline for Including Mandatory Language in Taxpayer Disclosure Consent Forms
February 7, 2013The Internal Revenue Service has extended the deadline for including mandatory language in... Read more »
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IRS Warns Taxpayers to Choose Tax Preparers Wisely
February 5, 2013The Internal Revenue Service is telling taxpayers to check the qualifications of tax preparers... Read more »
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IRS Reminds Tax Preparers to Be Vigilant on EITC Claims
February 4, 2013The Internal Revenue Service is reminding tax preparers to include complete Earned Income Tax... Read more »
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Tax Preparers Struggle with Software Glitches
February 3, 2013In addition to all the usual difficulties of tax season, many preparers are saying that glitches... Read more »
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Court Modifies Ruling Invalidating Tax Preparer Regulations
February 2, 2013A federal judge has denied the Internal Revenue Service’s request to suspend his January 18... Read more »
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Late Out of the Gate
February 1, 2013The late start to this year's filling season has both good and not-so-good implications. Read more »
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IRS Will Start Accepting Some Business and Nonprofit Tax Returns Monday
February 1, 2013The Internal Revenue Service plans to begin accepting corporate, partnership and tax-exempt... Read more »
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Tax Refunds Likely to be Delayed as IRS Seeks to Stop Identity Theft
February 1, 2013Some taxpayers seeking a quick refund may have to wait longer than usual this year as the... Read more »
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