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Enrolled agents, also known as EAs, are credentialed tax preparers authorized to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service. EAs have "unlimited practice rights." This means they can represent all kinds of taxpayers: individuals, businesses, or organizations. It also means they are authorized by federal regulations to handle any type of federal tax issue—from filing forms and tax returns to representing taxpayers
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How to Find a Good CPA for Your Taxes

Finding a qualified CPA to do your taxes is easy when you follow these 7 tips: 1. Find out what they specialize in; 2. Confirm their CPA identification number, 3. Verify their CPA license, 4. Evaluate their work experience, 5. Verify that they will sign your return, 6. Ask if they provide tax planning advice, and 7. Learn about their fee structure.

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There are many kinds of tax professionals, but only those who are Federally Authorized Tax Practitioners, or FATPs, can represent you on taxes matter before the Internal Revenue Service. Learn more about the three kinds types of FATPs authorized by federal regulation: certified public accountants (CPAs), enrolled agents (EAs), and
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A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is a credentialed accounting professional licensed by one or more states or territories to offer a range of accounting services to the public. These services include the preparation and filing of income tax returns.

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