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It just got a little (stress on little) bit cheaper for tax professionals to practice in 2016. As of November 1, 2015, the annual fee for a 2016 preparer tax identification number (PTIN) is $50 for ...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has reopened its Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) System. Today, the IRS made it clear that they intend to continue to require PTINs, confirming that a tax ...

The Internal Revenue Service has provided a dispensation for tax preparers who have tried unsuccessfully to register for a Preparer Tax Identification Number so they can go ahead and prepare tax ...

Because some return preparers are having trouble with the IRS’ new online preparer tax identification number (PTIN) application, the IRS on Jan. 24 announced that it is providing relief for preparers ...

"Ghost" tax preparers not only waste filers' funds, but these schemes can cause serious problems in the long run. A "ghost tax preparer" is someone who isn't certified but still prepares tax returns.

The IRS on Monday issued interim final regulations (T.D. 10035) and proposed regulations (REG-108673-25) that reduce the fee to apply for or renew a preparer tax identification number (PTIN) to $10 ...

The Internal Revenue Service reminded tax preparers to renew their Preparer Tax Identification Numbers before they expire at the end of the year. Processing Content All 2011 PTINs will expire on Dec.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently emphasized the importance of a valid and active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) for all paid tax preparers in the United States. This reminder ...

SEATTLE — Getting ghosted after a date is no new thing, but have you ever been ghosted by your tax preparer? Unfortunately, many have, and they're often met with serious consequences. Black-market tax ...