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Why Every Tax Business Owner Needs a Strategic Business Plan

  Those of us who derive our income from tax preparation continue to face the challenges of fierce competition and seasonality. We know the tax business and how to operate profitably as we’ve always done. But we are now faced with unprecedented threats posed by legislation and technology. These new trends will radically change the […]

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5 Must-Take CE Courses for the Upcoming Tax Season

Have you fulfilled your continuing education (CE) requirements yet this year? Here is your reminder to get those CE courses in. If you’re having a hard time choosing the right ones, we’ve got a few suggestions. Tax Law Updates This course is at the top of our list because we feel it is a must. […]

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5 Changes to the Tax Code You Should Know About

New tax laws here. New tax laws there. Congress seems to be adding tax code provisions and laws to new bills that have nothing to do with taxes. There have been a lot of updates and rulings these past couple of months. Here’s the quick and dirty on some you should know about.   Due […]

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Why Tax Preparers Need to Be Proactive with Schedule C Clients

Do you have clients with many deductible losses… clients of the Schedule C variety? The IRS has got their eye on them. You can pretty much consider it target locked. Have you communicated this important piece of information to your sole proprietors out there yet? If not, you should. The IRS is beginning to target […]

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