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A Simple Approach & Overview to Virtual Currency Recording and presentation materials from Education Forum hosted in December of 2024. On December 16th, we hosted a 2-hour virtual event, where A.J. Reynolds  presented A Simple Approach & Overview to Virtual Currency. A special thanks to everyone that joined us live! Cryptocurrency is a decentralized digital […]

IRS Shutdown has begun on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time, in order to prepare the system for the upcoming Tax Year 2024 Filing Season. Important Note: Only “Send Submissions” for 1040 (both State and Federal) will be affected by this shutdown, all other services such as “Get Acks” and all state services […]

TaxAct will be performing scheduled maintenance on 12/17/2024 from the hours of 11PM to 2AM, CST.  You might experience service interruptions during that time.

Tax Season Readiness Guide – TY24 Preparing for each tax season can be daunting. Not to mention a lot of work. But it’s okay, *deep breath*, TaxAct Professional has your back.  To help alleviate some of the stress that comes with prepping for the upcoming tax season, we’ve created a new & improved version of our […]

1099K Explosion! Recording and presentation materials from Education Forum hosted in October of 2024. On November 7th, we hosted a 2-hour virtual event, where Amy Wall presented 1099K Explosion! A special thanks to everyone that joined us live! With the reduced filing requirement for the filing of Form 1099-K effective for Tax Year 2024, you […]

TaxAct will be performing scheduled maintenance on 11/06/2024 from the hours of 5AM to 8AM, CST.  You might experience service interruptions during that time.

The Tax Year 2o23 Refund Transfers Season came to a close on October 31st. Enrollment for Tax Year 2024 is open. The Tax Year 2024 season will open with Pre-Ack in January.  

2024 Individual & Business Tax Update! Recording and presentation materials from Education Forum hosted in October of 2024. On October 28th, we hosted a 2-hour virtual event, where A.J. Reynolds presented 2024 Individual & Business Tax Update. A special thanks to everyone that joined us live! Tax changes never rest, nor should tax professionals. In […]

Schedule E for Residential Real Estate Activities Recording and presentation materials from Education Forum hosted in August of 2024. On September 5th, we hosted a 2-hour virtual event, where Amy Walls presented Schedule E for Residential Real Estate Activities including vacation rentals. A special thanks to everyone that joined us live! Because Residential Real Estate […]

An Essential Overview on S-Corp & Partnership Basis Recording and presentation materials from Education Forum hosted in August of 2024. On August 8th, we hosted a 2-hour virtual event, where A.J. Reynolds presented on basis rules and calculations for clients who are shareholders or partners in pass-through entities and how this basis affects their individual […]

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The Importance of Cybersecurity & Security Plans for Tax Preparers Recording and presentation materials from Education Forum hosted in July of 2024. On July 18th, we hosted a 2-hour virtual event, where A.J. Reynolds presented on the importance of understanding the ins and outs of cybersecurity and developing an effective, well thought our Data Security […]

You Don’t Have to Choose Between Functionality and Affordability. TaxAct Professional is excited to announce that we have partnered with Drake Accounting to bring our customers an affordable, fully featured accounting and payroll product, at the discounted annual rate of $295 $795. This tool lets you manage basic client financial records with double-entry accounting. Plus, […]

How to Setup a Referral Marketing System for Your Practice Recording and presentation materials from webinar hosted in June of 2024. On June 5th, we hosted a 1-hour webinar, where Will Hamilton of SmartPath.co, presented on how to develop a referral marketing system, unique to your tax practice. A special thanks to everyone that joined us […]

The Art of Properly Pricing Your Tax Services Recording and presentation materials from virtual event hosted in May of 2024. On May 23rd, we hosted a 2-hour Education Forum virtually, where Will Hamilton of SmartPath.co, presented on how to properly price your tax services to align with today’s unique environment. A special thanks to everyone […]