AICPA News Update - February 8, 2013

Newsletter:  In this issue: Save Money and Time with Free Tools to Help You Communicate with Clients; Updated 2012 Tax Practice Guides, Checklists, Organizers and Letters; Get Exclusive Discounts and Resources by Joining the Tax Section; Sign Up for Free CPA Letter Daily to Get Tax News Each Weekday; Network with Other...
Published on February 13, 2013

AICPA News Update - February 10, 2012

Newsletter:  In this issue: 2011 Tax Practice Guides & Checklists, Brush Up on Practice Standards for Preparing Returns, New Tax Practitioner’s Toolkit with Resources to Help Members Communicate and Promote Their Value, Become a Member of the Tax...
Published on March 09, 2012

Expanded Due-Diligence Requirements for 2012 Returns

Article:  This item discusses Form 8867, Paid Preparer’s Earned Income Credit Checklist, extensive new due-diligence requirements for wage earners, and Schedule C, Profit or Loss From Business
Published on April 01, 2013

The Need for Increased Due Diligence in Filing Extensions

Article:  This item reviews the requirements for filing for extensions, estimating tax liability, and paying all due tax liabilities.
Published on June 16, 2011

EITC Due-Diligence Requirements IRS Ramps Up Enforcement and Education Efforts

Article:  This article explains the basic EITC rules, the due-diligence requirements under Sec. 6695(g), and the proposed changes to the regulations under Sec. 6695(g).
Published on August 24, 2012

What Can One Line Do for You

Article:  One area where many CPA practitioners can consider offering expanded services is in personal financial planning.
Published on September 28, 2012

Penalty for Failing to Meet EIC Due Diligence Requirements Can Be Assessed Against Employer or Employee

Article:  The Office of Chief Counsel (OCC) advised that after the amendments to the regulations in T.D. 9436 in December 2008, the IRS continues to have the authority to assert the penalty against either the employee-preparer of a return or his or her employer for failing to meet the earned income
Published on January 28, 2011

Due Diligence Update

Article:  This column discusses the tax professional’s due-diligence obligations under SSTS No. 3 and Circular 230.
Published on April 30, 2012

Tax Return Due Diligence Basic Considerations

Article:  This article examines the rules of due diligence and the importance of tax professionals understanding these rules and proactively adapting to them in a practical manner.
Published on April 27, 2011