This webinar will cover 2025 tax legislation and its impact on individual income tax. Our federal tax expert will discuss the recent tax bill and provide planning suggestions incorporating the most recent changes and additions for taxpayers and their advisers. Read More

This webinar will detail self-directed IRA (SDIRA) requirements, including allowable investments, required minimum distributions, valuation issues, and prohibited transactions. Our panel of federal tax experts will review relevant court cases and PLRs and offer advice for correcting past IRA errors. Read More

This webinar will review Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, and demonstrate how tax advisers can and should utilize the information provided and reported on a taxpayer's return to identify financial planning opportunities for taxpayers. Our Financial Planning Specialist will discuss the c... Read More

This webinar will take a fresh look at the tangible property regulations (TPRs), including the related safe harbors, partial dispositions, recommended expensing policies, and recent legislative changes to the initial rules. Our panel will provide case studies of common scenarios to provide insights... Read More

This webinar will review penalty abatement laws and procedures and describe the best actions to take in specific circumstances. Our panel of accomplished attorneys will discuss many methods available to abate IRS penalties. They will also describe best practices for building a case that will withsta... Read More

This webinar will provide tax advisers and professionals with tools and practical knowledge to reconcile complex Schedule K-1s for publicly traded partnerships (PTPs) and master limited partnerships (MLPs), using sample K-1 information from complex oil and gas partnership footnotes and disclosures a... Read More

This course will discuss the tax implications of incentive stock options (ISOs), non-qualified stock options, ESPPs, and restricted stock units (RSUs). Compensating employees with stock allows them to share in the success and appreciation of the company and align interests with shareholders. The typ... Read More

This webinar will explain how accounting methods are adopted or changed, discuss avoiding frequently encountered missteps, and provide scenarios where accounting method choices can be used to lower overall tax liability. Read More

This course will contrast and compare charitable gifting arrangements that enable high net worth individuals to donate substantial assets to charity and receive a tax deduction. It will address strategies, including donor advised funds (DAFs), private foundations, charitable gifting annuities, CLTS... Read More

This course will cover deducting casualty losses inside and outside of federally declared disaster areas. The IRS recently issued CCA 202511015 that provided guidance on when a theft loss can be claimed for victims of scams. This CCA may be different than positions we have taken on tax returns in pr... Read More

This course will provide an overview of Section 1031, like-kind exchanges (LKEs), so that both new and seasoned tax professionals can better advise clients participating in these transactions. The panel will provide an overview of the components of LKEs, including defining qualifying property, under... Read More

This course will give tax advisers a thorough look at the tax implications of buying and renting vacation properties. Understanding how to maximize deductions for vacation homes, selling strategies, and the impact of legislation on these properties can make them worthy investments. Our panel of expe... Read More

This webinar will explore the tax implications of the income and expenses incurred by influencers and name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements. Our panel of veteran tax experts will review the types of income received and expenses incurred by these individuals and discuss the tax consequences of e... Read More

This course will discuss retirement plan options for owners of limited liability companies, partnerships, C corporations, S corporations, sole proprietors, and other businesses. Our panel of qualified plan experts will reveal strategies to substantially increase owner contributions, minimize staff c... Read More

This webinar will guide tax professionals through the Tax Court process. Our panel of federal tax controversy and litigation experts will disclose the criteria for filing a Tax Court petition, the steps in the Tax Court process, and the imperative deadlines taxpayers must meet to successfully resolv... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and tax compliance professionals with a practical look at IRS guidance on calculating and reporting gain on cryptocurrency-related transactions as well as current trends in tax reporting and enforcement. Read More

This webinar will examine the ethical implications of utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) for tax and accounting services. Our panel of ethics experts will discuss how AI is used to improve workflow and how this usage creates ethical concerns that practitioners must prepare for now. Read More

This webinar will explain the latest online options available to tax professionals at the IRS. Our panel of tax specialists will walk preparers through the registration process, submitting power of attorneys, and requests for transcripts at the IRS site, as well as point out missteps to avoid to exp... Read More

This webinar will point out and explain the relevant concepts, common scenarios, and application of loss limitation rules. Read More

This course will examine the complexities of related party transactions for tax advisers working with closely held businesses and their owners. The panel will explain when imputed interest is required, when it is recognized by the payor and payee, when loss deductions are disallowed versus deferred,... Read More

This webinar will explain the Internal Revenue Service's new Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP), subtly introduced by the IRS in June 2024. Our panel of seasoned tax controversy attorneys will discuss the current three-step process that includes preclearance, provide examples of applications, and po... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with a thorough and practical guide to navigating Section 469, the passive activity loss (PAL) limitation rules, calculating PAL amounts, and PAL carryforwards. The panel will discuss the separate calculations required and describe the interrelationship between... Read More

This webinar will explain how to expedite the correction of errors that taxpayers frequently make when contributing and distributing money to and from IRAs. The panelist will review common missteps, including overcontributions, missed required minimum distributions (RMDs) and rollover deadlines, pro... Read More

This course will delve into effective approaches for maximizing Social Security benefits and comprehending the fundamental aspects of Medicare. This comprehensive session will feature two distinguished experts who will unravel the intricacies of Social Security and Medicare, offering invaluable advi... Read More

This course will discuss Roth IRAs and Roth conversions for tax advisers working with clients eligible to make IRA contributions, conversions, and withdrawals. The panelist will discuss determining taxpayers who benefit most from conversions, calculating the tax on a Roth conversion, and--most impor... Read More

This webinar will provide tax professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the available IRS alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques. Our astute panel of tax controversy experts will offer procedural and strategic insights into resolving disputes with the IRS efficiently and effective... Read More

This webinar will explore the exponential growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and its application in tax and accounting firms. Our panel of technology experts will guide practitioners through practical applications of AI and ChatGPT and explain how its growth will impact the profession in the fut... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with a practical guide to navigating the net investment income tax (NIIT) rules as they apply to self-employed taxpayers and offer tax reduction strategies for minimizing the NIIT. The panel will discuss NIIT calculations and planning opportunities. Read More

This webinar will outline the expiring individual and business provisions under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA). The panelist will discuss the impact of the Act, planning for their withdrawal, and the probability that these lucrative benefits will be extended. Read More

This webinar will examine the latest IRS rules and positions on the taxation of cryptocurrency and other digital assets. Our panel of cryptocurrency taxation professionals will review recent regulations, Revenue Rulings, and guidance issued by the IRS and provide insights into tracking basis, abando... Read More

This webinar will review eligibility requirements, enrollment periods, options for filling in the gaps in Medicare, and the cost of Medicare and its components. Our panel of Medicare consultants will answer common questions and provide scenarios showing the long-term implications of enrollees' Medic... Read More

This webinar will walk tax advisers through an IRS examination from its beginnings to its resolution. Our knowledgeable tax attorney will explain the best steps, from receipt of the IRS letter to handling the audit and potentially appealing unreasonable decisions. Read More

This course will review the many decisions surrounding Section 529 plans from plan selection and qualifying beneficiaries through making qualified disbursements and reporting Form 1099-Q disbursements on the applicable taxpayer's tax return. Our authoritative panel will discuss beneficiary changes,... Read More

This webinar will describe the basic principles of mindfulness and how tax professionals can use these to provide focus, efficiency, and a better state of being throughout the year. Our Mindful-CPA and coach will introduce CPAs and tax advisers to mindfulness and its application specifically to thei... Read More

This course will address tax considerations for aircraft purchase and use. Purchasing an airplane has provided substantial tax savings in the past. The panel will discuss the recent IRS initiative targeting the personal use of airplanes, the final regulations under Section 274(l) for transportation... Read More

This webinar will analyze many opportunities to lower federal income tax that are often overlooked and misunderstood but that taxpayers and tax professionals should routinely consider. Our panel of federal tax veterans will provide explanations and examples for elections, deductions, and other tax p... Read More

This course will discuss strategies for real estate professionals, agents, and investors. The release of final Section 199A regulations provided guidelines for the 20 percent QBI deduction and Notice 2019-38 provided a safe harbor that qualifies rental real estate to be treated as a trade or busines... Read More

This webinar will review several of the most influential tax cases of all time. Our panel of astute tax controversy attorneys will highlight the original decisions' pertinent aspects, review current rulings citing these cases, and explain how these decisions should and do apply to current tax matter... Read More

This webinar will explain how to maximize current deductions for rental property owners. Our panel of property experts will review depreciation rules, trade or business requirements, overlooked expense deductions, and completing Schedule E for tax practitioners and rental property owners. Read More

This webinar will examine the pros and cons of outsourcing tax return preparation. Our experienced panel will cover the differences between domestic and offshore assignments, required and ethical disclosures, data security concerns, and other problematic issues. Read More

This webinar will take a thorough look at the self-employed health insurance deduction. Our seasoned tax panelist will explain which plans and taxpayers qualify for the deduction, how to report the deduction in specific scenarios, including preparation of the new IRS Form 7206, and coupling insuranc... Read More

This course will review the IRS' latest campaign targeting upper-income taxpayers associated with flow-through entities and private foundations. Our audit experts will discuss the state of the current initiative and explain how to handle the IRS examination itself. Read More

This webinar will analyze IRS requirements for valuations and appraisals. Our panel of financial analysts will compare scenarios in which appraisals are required with those in which they can bolster tax planning strategies for charitable contributions, business succession, and estate and gift tax. Read More

This webinar will cover critical policies and procedures that firms providing tax services must have in place to ensure compliance with the FTC and IRS guidelines, circumvent data security breaches, and avoid related sanctions. Our authoritative panel of veteran tax advisers will describe cybersecur... Read More

This webinar will provide insights into preparing for the IRS' ongoing examinations of Employee Retention Credits (ERCs) claimed by businesses. Highly advertised and often promoted to ineligible taxpayers, these credits were spotlighted on the IRS 2023 Dirty Dozen list of tax scams. Unfortunately, t... Read More

This course will discuss Circular 230 concerns regarding ethical encounters facing tax professionals, including how current norms impact the profession. The panelist will examine best practices to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Read More

This webinar will equip accounting firms with the knowledge and tools to successfully provide client accounting and advisory services (CAAS). Our panel of CAAS experts will address the key elements of implementing and strengthening these services, including understanding client needs, developing spe... Read More

This course will review the recent changes made to Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) and guide practitioners to report individual line items on individual income tax returns. Read More

This webinar will cover recent guidelines, cases, and considerations for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors. Our experienced tax controversy expert will explain how the government identifies misclassifications, how to avoid misclassification, and the costs of improperly repo... Read More

This course will explain the unique aspects of tax return preparation and planning for members of the clergy. Our panel will cover the treatment of earnings by ministerial employees, including employment by a congregation, retirement income, Social Security, gifts, and housing allowances. Read More

This webinar will review the duty of consistency doctrine (DOCD) for tax professionals and advisers. Our veteran panel will walk through common scenarios encountered by tax preparers and explain acceptable resolutions for prior inconsistencies in these situations. The resolutions could include amend... Read More

This webinar will review changes made to retirement account distributions and required minimum distributions (RMDs) by the SECURE Act. Our panel of notable financial planning experts will offer strategies to minimize tax on distributions from individual retirement plans, avoid penalties on early wit... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and professionals with the tools needed to accurately reconcile complex Form K-1 for hedge funds and other alternative investments. Read More

This course will enable new and seasoned tax professionals to perform tax research more efficiently. The presenters will identify reliable and accessible internet resources available to facilitate the performance of tax research. They will also explain the fundamentals of documenting a tax research... Read More

This course will explain the many types of notices issued by the IRS, including how to respond to each appropriately, how to properly request abatement of penalties charged, and current IRS responses to abatement requests. Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and professionals with an advanced guide to navigating the IRS appeals process. The panel will go beyond the basics to offer an in-depth guide to leveraging the appeals process to challenge not only assessments but also collections proceedings. The webinar will... Read More

This webinar will review the three basis statutes of limitations for taxes: the IRS assessment statute expiration date (AESD), the refund statute expiration date (RSED), and the collection statute expiration date (CSED). Our federal income tax expert will explain the critical nature of each date and... Read More

This webinar will cover the Employee Retention Credit (ERC), including the expiring application deadline, the credits available, and the related IRS challenges. Our panel of federal income tax experts will highlight the multitude of changes made to the ERC for practitioners working with businesses e... Read More

This course will provide welcomed tax advice for practitioners, board members, and owners participating in or advising homeowners' associations (HOAs). The panelist will help advisers understand the three filing considerations HOAs should consider annually, historical precedents relative to HOAs, an... Read More

This webinar will cover the proper employee taxation of fringe benefits in today's changed work environment to employees and deductibility by the employer. Our panel of employee benefits professionals will highlight how automobile, apartment, education, and many other commonly offered benefits are r... Read More

This course will focus on issues to consider when taxpayers relocate or consider relocating to other states. Purchasing a house in a state is not sufficient to create residency. Avoiding dual residency may be more critical than establishing residency in the new state. Listen as our experts explain h... Read More

This course will explain the caveats and considerations of giving away the family home from the initial transfer to the final sale. The panelist will discuss methods of transfer, capital gains issues, installment notes, related party rents, and how to devise the best tax outcomes for both the donor... Read More

This webinar will address the latest guidance for reporting and calculating the tax consequences of acquiring and disposing of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Our dynamic speaker will provide examples of the tax treatment for creators, sellers, and purchasers of these popular assets using common scenari... Read More

This course will give nonprofit tax professionals and advisers a thorough guide to recognizing and reporting unrelated business taxable income (UBTI) about IRAs, qualified plans, and other retirement accounts. The webinar will focus on the standards and guidelines for determining whether income deri... Read More

Join us for a webinar that delves into the long-term care (LTC) insurance choices and unravels the intricate web of tax implications. Our esteemed panel of certified financial planning experts is poised to guide you through the labyrinth of LTC tax deductions, ensuring you're equipped with the knowl... Read More

This course will address general business decisions, the taxes paid that are specific to beverage alcohol industries, and the incentives available for brewery owners and advisers. Our brewery experts will focus on steps to minimize taxes and maximize profits for these businesses. Read More

This course will discuss the nuances of net operating losses (NOLs), amended returns, and IRS submission procedures. Our authoritative panel will cover how NOL carryforward planning can maximize refunds and discuss how to properly file claims for refunds. Read More

This webinar will discuss the tax consequences of decisions made relative to divorce. Our panel of experienced CPAs will explain the tax ramifications of property settlements, including personal residences, real property, investments, and retirement accounts, and review the impact of recent legislat... Read More

This webinar will discuss tax issues specific to authors and self-publishers of tangible and digital works. Our panel of seasoned tax professionals will provide explanations for handling sales tax, royalties, inventory, self-employment tax, and business formation for authors. Read More

This course will explain what plans are required to file Forms 5500, 5500-SF, and 5500-EZ, how to prepare these required information returns and related schedules, and the most recent changes to these forms. Read More

This webinar will discuss the major SECURE 2.0 provisions affecting retirement plans, provide guidance and clarifications (where possible), and point out the tips and traps in areas where administrators and tax professionals need to beware until the Internal Revenue Service and Department of Labor p... Read More

This webinar will discuss the differences between tax preparers and tax advisers and will focus on moving from the former to the latter. Our influential speaker will guide tax practitioners through the process of enhancing tax services provided to current and potential clients. Read More

This course will discuss the tax implications of incentive stock options (ISOs), non-qualified stock options, ESPPs, and restricted stock units (RSUs). Compensating employees with stock allows them to purchase company stock and to share in the success and appreciation of the company. The type of inc... Read More

This webinar will address relief provisions available to salvage missed deadlines and elections. Our panel of tax specialists will pair commonly missed tax deadlines and elections with IRS relief that is available to mitigate the related penalties and tax consequences of these oversights. Read More

This webinar will cover the critical considerations of individual taxpayers, shareholders in S corporations, and LLC members who are considering filing for bankruptcy. Our bankruptcy experts will analyze the tax ramifications of bankruptcy, including COD income and exclusions, the reduction and orde... Read More

This course will cover the differences between real estate dealers, investors, and professionals, as well as the tax consequences of each classification. The panel will cover the current IRS challenges, the 199A deduction, and investing in opportunity zones for real estate ventures. Read More

This webinar will discuss recognizing and handling sensitive IRS examinations, known colloquially as eggshell audits, for CPAs and tax advisers. Our panel of seasoned tax attorneys will address factors that can turn an IRS exam into a criminal investigation, signs that your client may be targeted fo... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and tax compliance professionals with a practical look at IRS guidance on calculating and reporting gain on cryptocurrency-related transactions as well as current trends in tax reporting and enforcement. Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and professionals with a discussion of IRS exam hotspots. It will outline practical strategies for responding to unfavorable IRS audit results, including requesting audit reconsiderations, navigating the IRS appeals process, and the litigation options available.... Read More

This webinar will explain the income tax planning opportunities provided under the Inflation Reduction Act. Our panel of tax professionals will detail the new credits available, explain modifications and extensions of existing credits, and address planning opportunities for individuals and companies... Read More

This course will guide tax advisers through tax-saving strategies for taxpayers approaching retirement age or who have already retired. The panelist will identify opportunities to minimize tax and maximize assets, as well as address recent and impending legislation affecting these taxpayers. Read More

This webinar will review unique planning strategies for family businesses. Our adept federal income tax panelist will provide insights into maximizing Social Security benefits, lowering payroll taxes, IRA contributions, transferring ownership interests, and making retirement contributions for family... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and compliance professionals with a thorough and practical guide to the IRS regulations on bonus depreciation for new and used property. The panel will outline the bonus depreciation provisions, detail depreciation calculation methods, and discuss how to report... Read More

This course will outline specific tax and investment strategies advisers should consider in order to guide taxpayers during a bear market. Our panel of investment analysts will provide expert advice on Roth conversions, harvesting tax losses, rebalancing portfolios, and other strategies to take adva... Read More

This course will focus on issues to consider when taxpayers relocate or consider relocating to other states. Purchasing a house in a state is not sufficient to create residency. Avoiding dual residency may be more critical than establishing residency in the new state. Listen as our experts explain h... Read More

This course will review the current state of taxation of blockchain assets for entrepreneurs, founders, and venture capital investors. Our panel will discuss the latest IRS guidance and offer advice on planning opportunities with respect to the taxation of cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and other digital a... Read More

This webinar will give a first-hand look at how the Internal Revenue Service selects tax returns for audit. Our IRS veteran will provide insights into the different levels of IRS examinations, appropriate responses, and how to avoid the expansion or escalation of an audit. Read More

This course will provide advisers to businesses with strategies to increase the generous 20 percent QBI (qualified business income) deduction under 199A. The panel will cover tips to maximize W-2 income and assets when applicable, separating and aggregating businesses, and other planning tips. Read More

This webinar will explain steps tax preparers can take to ensure they meet the IRS' due diligence requirements for claiming taxpayer credits and benefits, including the American Opportunity Tax Credit, Earned Income Credit, Child Tax Credit, and Head of Household Filing status. Our panel of IRS exam... Read More

This webinar will provide tax-saving recommendations for tax professionals advising clients who are considering early retirement. Our retirement planning expert will provide advice for healthcare planning, minimizing investment and capital gains tax, key tax age thresholds, and meeting exceptions to... Read More

This webinar will explain private placement life insurance (PPLI), including structuring considerations, asset selection, and meeting IRS requirements for tax practitioners working with high net worth taxpayers. Read More

This course will explain how to calculate losses under new Section 461(l) and report these losses on Form 461. The panel will discuss what is and is not trade or business income, capital gains and losses to include in the calculation, calculating loss carryforwards, and completing Form 461 with need... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with an advanced guide to reporting loss limitations on Form 6198. The panel will have an in-depth discussion into the Section 465 rules and offer comprehensive and practical guidance on the complexities of maintaining at-risk amount schedules and carry-forwards... Read More

This course will identify what actions could make a tax return preparer the target of an IRS investigation. Our authoritative panel will discuss situations that may result in fraud referrals and review current and notable cases against tax return preparers to provide steps tax professionals can take... Read More

This webinar will discuss filing Form 8606, Nondeductible IRAs, for annual nondeductible contributions, withdrawals, Roth conversions, and other scenarios. Our knowledgeable panelist will offer advice on handling unfiled prior-year forms and the tax reporting requirements for distributions to taxpay... Read More

This course will explain the reporting requirements for Forms series 1099 and guide tax advisers in streamlining compliance with these requirements to avoid penalties, errors in backup withholding, and missed filing obligations. In addition, our panel of federal tax reporting experts will offer tips... Read More

This course will explain how to determine whether proceeds from a legal settlement are taxable to a recipient and deductible by a payee. The panelist on the taxation of damage awards and payments will discuss how to analyze settlement agreements for tax consequences and relevant cases concerning the... Read More

This course will explore the advantages of health savings accounts (HSAs), including plan and participant requirements, contributions and limits, and using an HSA to supplement retirement plans. Our panel of HSA experts will explain the overlooked opportunities these plans provide. Read More

This course will explain the payment alternatives offered by the IRS that are available to taxpayers to help resolve IRS debt. Our panel of debt resolution experts will cover applying for installment agreements and offers in compromise (OICs) and discuss which taxpayers are the best candidates to es... Read More

This course will discuss the complexities of non-qualified deferred compensation (NQDC) plans, including the timing and reporting of tax obligations for the employer and employee, meeting the requirements of IRC Section 409(A), and avoiding plan disqualification. Read More

This course will discuss the IRS' newly created Office of Promoter Investigation established to combat abusive tax avoidance transactions. Our panel of tax litigators will prepare tax professionals and taxpayers for these audits and offer steps that taxpayers can take to mitigate chances of selectio... Read More

This course will discuss ways to avoid and minimize capital gains tax on the sale of a residence. Our income tax expert will discuss partial exclusions, use and ownership tests, renting before and after living in a primary residence, and calculating and reporting the Section 121 exclusion. Read More

This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the office in the home deduction. Our panel of individual income tax veterans will discuss the methods available, including deducting actual expenses and the simplified method, unusual office in home scenarios, and recent challenges to this valuab... Read More

This course will provide needed guidance for tax advisers and professionals to calculate the qualified business income (QBI) deduction and complete Forms 8995 and 8995A for 2020. The panel will discuss the completion of the new forms, including the latest developments with QBI and specified service... Read More

This course will discuss the IRS' recent campaign to bring high-income non-filers into compliance. Our panel of income tax experts will cover bringing these taxpayers into compliance, minimizing penalties and consequences of noncompliance, and handling the complexities of these IRS examinations. Read More

This course will explain when tax practitioners must or should file disclosure statements with a tax return. Our filing experts will provide examples of reportable transactions requiring disclosure and tax positions warranting disclosure statements for positions taken that could be considered contra... Read More

This course will explore the tax issues of self-employed taxpayers. Our panel of small business experts will explain topics relative to self-employed taxpayers, including qualifying for PPP loan forgiveness, deducting office in the home, maximizing retirement plan contributions, and deducting self-e... Read More

This course will address the various tax issues surrounding use of the installment sales method of reporting ("installment method") on the sale of property. Unique scenarios affecting use of the installment method will also be discussed, including contingent payments, depreciation recapture, sales b... Read More

This course will explain the benefits and caveats of making a Section 475(f) mark-to-market (MTM) election for practitioners working with traders. Our investment expert will discuss trader tax status (TTS), making and revoking the election, and why now might be the right time for these elections. Read More

This course will explain the caveats and considerations of giving away the family home from the initial transfer to the final sale. The panelist of tax experts will discuss methods of transfer, capital gains issues, installment notes, related party rents, and how to devise the best tax outcomes for... Read More

This course will explain the critical tax statutes of limitations relative to filing income tax returns, filing refund claims, and IRS debt collections. There are many times practitioners welcome the tolling of a statute. Our experts will explain what does and does not extend these statutes and basi... Read More

This course will discuss positioning businesses to satisfy the nine-factor criteria under Reg Sec 1.183-2(b) to avoid classification as a hobby. Our panel will discuss how the courts have historically interpreted and weighed these factors so tax professionals can identify potential hobby loss exposu... Read More

This course will explain the latest guidance on Section 2022 COVID relief for qualified retirement plans, including individual retirement accounts (IRAs), for tax professionals working with businesses and individuals participating in these plans. Our retirement expert will cover delaying taxation of... Read More

This course will cover the proposed regulations issued in July 2020, addressing the simplified tax accounting rules for taxpayers having gross revenues under $26 million (indexed annually for inflation). The panel will discuss adopting the simplified methods related to the use of the cash method, th... Read More

This course will discuss recent changes to charitable contributions and explain how to maximize tax savings by making charitable gifts. Our panel of tax experts will discuss donating appreciated property, utilizing the 100% AGI limitation, and establishing a charitable lead annuity trust (CLAT), as... Read More

This course will cover recent relief provided under the CARES Act and Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and its application to taxpayers filing Form Schedule C, Profit or Loss from Business. This program is for tax professionals advising and preparing returns for self-employed taxpayer... Read More

This course will provide tax preparers with a thorough and practical guide to the reporting challenges and planning opportunities involved in net operating loss (NOL) calculations for individual and corporate federal tax returns after the liberalization of NOL deductions under the CARES Act. Read More

This course will explain the many ways to obtain relief for missed, late, or retrospective tax elections after tax reform. Our authoritative panel will cover the types of relief available, applying for relief, and when an adviser should include Form 8275 or 8275-R with a tax return. Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with insights on handling IRS audits from inception to resolution, including responding to IDRs (information document requests), extending the statute, working with newly titled Independent Office of Appeals, and litigating unresolved issues. The panel will revi... Read More

This course will provide tax preparers and advisers with the knowledge needed to protect sensitive client data and their computer systems and comply with the new IRS data security requirements. Read More

This course will explain the significant changes made by the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act) to retirement and tax planning. The panel will discuss the changes made by the SECURE Act, including developing new planning strategies after its passage. Read More

This course will provide an overview of Section 1031, like-kind exchanges, so that both new and seasoned tax professionals, can better advise clients participating in these transactions. The panel will provide an overview of the components of LKEs including defining qualifying property, understandin... Read More

This course will offer tax advisers and professionals an exploration of IRC Section 1202 qualified small business stock (QSBS). The webinar will detail the gain exclusion rules of Section 1202 and will describe the types of business entities that are eligible QSBS companies. The panel will also disc... Read More

This course will cover the more challenging areas of capital gains tax for new staff and experienced staff. Our panel will review depreciation recapture, the categories of capital gains, the investment interest election, and other troublesome areas of capital gains taxation with a focus on reducing... Read More

This course will discuss recently released IRS Revenue Ruling 2019-24 and the updated FAQs regarding taxation of cryptocurrency. With only Revenue Ruling 2014-21 for guidance, practitioners and holders of virtual currency welcomed the release of updated guidance on the taxation of cryptocurrency. Ou... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with a practical guide to understanding the tax incentives made available to investors under Internal Revenue Code Section 1400Z-2. The panel will discuss the mechanics of Code Section 1400Z-2 and the proposed regulations issued in October 2018 and April 2019. W... Read More

This course will enable new and seasoned tax professionals to perform tax research more efficiently. Our panel of experts will identify reliable and accessible internet tools and sites available to facilitate the preparation of returns and tax research. They will also explain the fundamentals of res... Read More

This course will explain planning strategies to preserve a senior's accumulated wealth and steps that can be taken to address the challenges of aging. The panel will discuss preparing for long-term care and medical costs and the necessary documents that the elderly should have in place, including he... Read More

This course will give tax advisers and professionals detailed guidance on the specific issues arising when filing the final income tax return for a deceased taxpayer. The panel will discuss the role and requirements of a personal representative filing a return under Form 1310 authority, review the m... Read More

This course will explain financial planning for college, including 529 plans, other savings plans, financial aid strategies, and education credits. The government provides benefits to lessen the burden of college expenses. Knowing how to take advantage of these benefits is imperative for practitione... Read More

This course will explore planning opportunities for divorcees after tax reform. Most practitioners are aware of the dramatic changes to alimony. This significant change will impact other areas of divorce planning. Our panel of experts will discuss dividing property, separating retirement accounts, a... Read More

This course will outline tax planning opportunities for taxpayers in the highest tax bracket. Tax reform brought new planning opportunities for high-income earners along with the new, slightly lower, 37% tax bracket. These strategies along with existing techniques can be implemented to lessen the ta... Read More

This course will offer insights to tax practitioners advising taxpayers who cannot pay or are behind on their tax obligations to the IRS. Our panel of experts will explain penalty abatement and mitigation procedures, the applicable statutes of limitation, collection alternatives and the new offers i... Read More

This course will address the best steps tax practitioners and taxpayers can take to remedy the most frequent IRA contribution and withdrawal errors. IRA rules provide countless opportunities for missteps and taxpayers regularly stumble on these. Our panel will detail how to resolve the most common o... Read More

This course will address several ways to transfer wealth to children, and how children's earned and unearned income is taxed. Transferring wealth to children is often referred to as income-shifting. The panel will discuss various vehicles to transfer assets to the next generation, including custodia... Read More

This course will update tax practitioners and taxpayers on the latest developments for reportable transactions. Reportable transactions include five types of transactions, most notably, listed transactions and transactions of interest (TOI). Accurately reporting these, and clients participating in t... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and professionals with tools and practical knowledge to reconcile complex Schedule K-1s for master limited partnerships (MLPs), using sample K-1 information from partnership footnotes and disclosures as a roadmap. The panel will offer guidance on how to translat... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with a practical guide to calculating and reporting alternative minimum tax (AMT) for individuals, and planning strategies to minimize the impact of the AMT. The panel will discuss the changes to the AMT regime included in tax reform and detail specific steps to... Read More

This course will offer an in-depth evaluation of the "winners and losers" of the tax reform law, one year after its passage. The panel will offer planning tools to take advantage of the more advantageous terms in the bill and mitigate potential tax issues caused by some of the problematic provisions... Read More

This course will guide tax advisers to individuals and closely held businesses on how to mitigate the impact of the tax reform law limitation on the deductibility of state and local taxes on a taxpayer's federal income tax return. The panel will outline various states' actions to try to work around... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with a thorough and practical guide to navigating the real estate professional rules of IRC 469(c)(7). The panel will discuss the general passive loss limitation rules and exceptions for real estate activities, and will detail the material participation standard... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers with a comprehensive and practical guide to mastering the tax reporting of 1099 brokerage statements on Form 1040 Schedule D and Form 8949. The panel will go beyond the basics to offer an in-depth tutorial on making adjustments to reported asset basis and naviga... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and compliance professionals with a thorough and practical guide to navigating the IRS offer-in-compromise (OIC) procedures, detailing the three types of OIC submittals available to taxpayers. The panel will focus on using the OIC program to preserve taxpayer ri... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and professionals with an advanced guide to navigating the IRS appeals processes. The panel will go beyond the basics to offer an in-depth guide to leveraging the appeals process to challenge not only assessments, but also collections proceedings. The webinar wi... Read More

This course will provide tax advisers and compliance professionals with a thorough and practical guide to claiming deductions or credits under the "claim of right" doctrine of Section 1341 of the Internal Revenue Code. The panelist will detail the requirements for evaluating and claiming tax benefit... Read More

This course will provide a comprehensive and practical guide to determining and reporting includible amounts from nonqualified deferred compensation plans under Sections 409A and 457(f). The panel will discuss the new IRS guidance on both sections, and offer complete and practical tools for identify... Read More