It's October, so we're thinking about… tax season? Even though that doesn't feel like it should be right, it is. The next tax season is just a few months away, which means it's the perfect time to ...

If you’re a paid preparer looking to renew your Preparer Tax Identification Number in 2024, it’s going to cost you... less. The IRS has again reduced the cost of PTIN fees, according to an interim ...

"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 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 ...

According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), most people who receive compensation for preparing or assisting in the preparation of federal tax documentation must have a current Preparer Tax ...

In 2026, tax scams are more convincing than ever, using AI, stolen data, and fake credentials. Here are some tips to help ...

The IRS has authority to charge a user fee for preparer tax identification numbers (PTINs) a federal appeals court held on Friday, paving the way for the agency to reinstate the charges for obtaining ...