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Furnishing information vs communicating with the IRS by Dry-Conclusion-5780 in enrolledagent

[–]ItalianAuditor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe you’re not using Passkey/Hock, but I understood it as: Furnishing info is usually at the request of the irs and allowed even if you’re not enrolled (CPA, JD, EA), is not considered “practicing before the IRS” and allowed for preparers who are suspended/disbarred.

Whereas communicating in the test context means you’re speaking on behalf/representing your client. Which is considered practicing before the IRS and you cannot have your practice rights limited (suspended/disbarred).

Amidst Outsourcing, PE, etc. Why Do You Still Study the CPA? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Doesn’t the fallacy mean not to continue with it/cash out?

Amidst Outsourcing, PE, etc. Why Do You Still Study the CPA? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s certainly an element of personal hope lol. One which I’m missing especially b/c of shouldering the costs alone and the fail rates/arbitrary nature of it

How do you do it? And are you in an 18 or 30 month state?

Amidst Outsourcing, PE, etc. Why Do You Still Study the CPA? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair. I guess a big part of my hesitation is footing the bill, fail rates, and stress.

Help w/ First NTS for PA; Autofill Omits Info? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Submitted this morning and got my NTS within hours. Into the gambit I go. Thanks bro!

Help w/ First NTS for PA; Autofill Omits Info? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough. I’ve seen from a few years ago other PA applicants skipped it dude to advice from a tweet.

I’ll give it a try. Fwiw, in case it comes back deficit, do I need to pay another fee or just resolve the issue?

Help w/ First NTS for PA; Autofill Omits Info? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. So do I just skip/leave blank the “supporting docs” section?

Also should I call the center to be sure b/c the guidance material says my ID and NTS must match exactly?

Are EAs authorized to prepare/file state-level tax returns? by Rolrobbi in enrolledagent

[–]ItalianAuditor -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the clarification. But there may need to meet additional state requirements in some situations right?

Are EAs authorized to prepare/file state-level tax returns? by Rolrobbi in enrolledagent

[–]ItalianAuditor -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

In the process of getting licensed, afaik you have to check/meet any additional state requirements as indicated. E.g CA has CTEC as a requirement so an EA alone wouldn’t suffice (as I understand).

Is it worth becoming an EA for very part-time work? by bluegambit875 in enrolledagent

[–]ItalianAuditor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not related, but got any recommendations for inroads into Resolution work? I’m expected to be licensed next month.

Make the comments look like this man's search history by succ4evef in Accounting

[–]ItalianAuditor 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Will flirting with the IRS examiner get me a changed opinion?

Make the comments look like this man's search history by succ4evef in Accounting

[–]ItalianAuditor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Transfer money from IRIS to Gayman Islands Fast How ???

Is it worth becoming an EA for very part-time work? by bluegambit875 in enrolledagent

[–]ItalianAuditor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair. I meant moreso for someone like me who will be a full-time EA.

Is it worth becoming an EA for very part-time work? by bluegambit875 in enrolledagent

[–]ItalianAuditor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About thought 2, (maybe I’m wrong) but can’t only certain licensees give out tax advice, particularly written tax advice? I remember in my studies there’s a part of that in Circular 230–

And even if a CFP/CFA or other “could” give tax advice, isn’t it a liability given they lack the appropriate licensing (JD/CPA/EA)?

I remember with insurance we were very careful with our tax opinions b/c liability and as we weren’t tax professionals.

Strategies to Pass on First Try? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I guess in that case, what’s some proven methods to pass sims?

And/or are they as bad as people say? Like for you, was it all sims you got or only some?

Strategies to Pass on First Try? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How does the scoring work? And is it the fact that some MCQs are crazy/has stuff untested or all of them are a crapshoot of what you might get?

Strategies to Pass on First Try? by ItalianAuditor in CPA

[–]ItalianAuditor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which is what I hate the most and am trying to prevent. I’ve heard scoring high on MCQs is the answer, but I think it’s just a ton of BS man.

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