Orange County Enrolled Agents

https://content.govdelivery.com/accoun//bulletins/2bfbe60 WASHINGTON The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers to avoid ghost tax return preparers whose refusal to sign returns can cause a frightening array of problems. It is important to file a valid, accurate tax return because the taxpayer is ultimately responsible for it.

Tax professionals can now use a new online tool to upload authorization forms with either electronic or ink signatures. This tool is part of the IRS’s efforts to develop transaction options that help tax practitioners and their clients reduce face-to-face contact. https://www.irs.gov/tax-p/submit-forms-2848-and-8821-online Tax professionals must have a Secure Access username and password or create an account. For more information on how to submit these forms, please review Fact Sheet 2021-01 or the IRS webinar, Uploading Forms 2848 and 8821 with Electronic Signatures.

February Newsletter https://eaoc.org//U3VVbxWf8SesTyi8ddb3y5N-_bNflrhjARx2d6tL