Did You Receive A Warning Letter From The IRS?
According to TaxProToday, the IRS has sent out its regular warning letters to inactive EFIN holders. However, this year it seems that there was some error and current, active EFIN holders could be getting one, as well. If you have used your EFIN to e-file at least one return in the last two years, you […]
Happy Memorial Day!
Our offices will be closed in observance of the holiday Monday, May 28th. We would like to wish everyone a safe happy Memorial Day Weekend!
CAA/ITIN Application Update- Regarding Dependents
If you have a client who is attempting to get ITINs for dependents, he or she must be a parent or use a Power of Attorney form for immediate family (grandparents, brothers, sisters, etc). If your client is an aunt or uncle, the Power of Attorney will not work. In this instance, you will notarize […]
Crook Arrested for Using Dead Preparer’s Identity to File Tax Returns
A man, Todd P. Halpern, in New Jersey was charged with one count of tax fraud and one count of identify theft. He was arrested at his home by agents of the FBI and IRS, according to U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman’s office. Halpern prepared and filed 657 fraudulent federal income tax returns with the […]
Federal Direct Is Now A Certified CE Provider!
It’s true. Along with providing the best training and support (among other things) in the industry, we are now certified to provide continuing education classes, including prep courses for the upcoming RTRP test! With this new resource, current and prospective partners can rest assured that they will pass the exams to become a Registered Tax […]