How to become a tax preparer (step-by-step)

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  • čas přidán 13. 07. 2024
  • This is step-by-step how to become a tax preparer. Where do you take tax preparer classes? What is the tax preparer exam like? How much does it cost to be a tax preparer? I'm a bookkeeper, and I actually don't do tax prep for clients, but I talked in-depth with my friend Amy about her experience becoming a tax preparer.
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Komentáře • 86

  • @FinePointsBookkeeping
    @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před 2 lety +3

    What questions do you have about tax prep?
    Here's some free resources:
    Free printable with all the info: finepoints.newzenler.com/f/tax-preparer-pdf
    TaxBiz Free Workshop: sk293.isrefer.com/go/Workshop/ML82/

  • @daphnebailey6223
    @daphnebailey6223 Před rokem +43

    Tax Preparer
    1. Take a course
    2. Apply to the state-board to take the test
    3. Pass the 3 hour exam
    4. Apply and pay for your PTIN (tax preparer number for the IRS)
    5. Get a license
    6. Get hired
    7. Every year after that get 30 hours of continuous education

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem

      Thanks for sharing the steps!
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)

    • @fsb_-bf3th
      @fsb_-bf3th Před 11 měsíci +2

      What’s the 30 hours of continuous education?

    • @roselynholloway7863
      @roselynholloway7863 Před 6 měsíci

      @@fsb_-bf3thprobably extra modules

    • @dan9002
      @dan9002 Před měsícem

      Similar to taking Life and Annuity State License.

    • @dan9002
      @dan9002 Před měsícem

      ​@@fsb_-bf3th
      It should be a refresher on what you learned when you studied for the exam.

  • @bradcolorado8149
    @bradcolorado8149 Před rokem +16

    Did the H.R. Block tax course which is a great value..then did 5 years working tax prep for an "enrolled agent" accountant. When you begin taxes for small corporations you enter into the vast world of bookkeeping

  • @J.WinstonCPA
    @J.WinstonCPA Před rokem +23

    Here in MS no education or tests are required to do bookkeeping or file taxes. Basically, a CPA is only required to audit public companies. I have a CPA, and I get more money from bookkeeping than taxes. Love the channel.

    • @savlog9396
      @savlog9396 Před rokem

      Tell me more abt CPA bookkeeping and required ?

  • @AdelitaWilliam-dl7ci
    @AdelitaWilliam-dl7ci Před rokem

    I’m more than happy to discover this channel. I need to thank you for your time for this, particularly a fantastic watch!! I liked every little bit of it and I have subscribed you to look at new posts all the time.

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem

      Hi Adelita. Glad you are enjoying Morgan's channel and thanks for subscribing!
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)

  • @paulzirkle7636
    @paulzirkle7636 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I just happened on this site and this was just wonderful. My wife and I are wanting to start a business and this would be great. You were so thorough! Thank you so so much

  • @irynahess4968
    @irynahess4968 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you a million! Very useful information and I appreciate you’ve done that for us💐👍🏻

  • @elianasmith6330
    @elianasmith6330 Před rokem

    Excellent video!
    Thank you very much for your hard work.

  • @henrythomas7112
    @henrythomas7112 Před rokem +2

    I like your video presentation. It is informative too, at the same time. Thanks a lot for your guidance!

  • @maxdiaz8790
    @maxdiaz8790 Před rokem +1

    You’re absolutely amazing

  • @oliviaouellette5734
    @oliviaouellette5734 Před rokem +2

    This awesome! I am very interested in becoming a tax preparer here in Maine. I am currently a bookkeeper.

  • @jimmy45yea
    @jimmy45yea Před rokem

    Great video 👌

  • @jasonblizzard9635
    @jasonblizzard9635 Před rokem +9

    Tax biz is $3,000, or $1,997 one time payment then $37/mth thereafter. It's the same rabbit hole marketing scheme that's being played out in this new online hustle economy with everything. It's cheaper to study on your own and take the test

  • @imperfectxennial3008
    @imperfectxennial3008 Před 9 měsíci

    I’m enrolled in the H&R Block course, as I was unable to find a bookkeeping job. So I hope this puts my foot in the door. Unfortunately no office in my area does bookkeeping. I tried Intuit but never heard back from them. I’m also going to school at my local community college to get my certificate in bookkeeping.

  • @aktarulislam2349
    @aktarulislam2349 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for informative Vedio ..

  • @abhinavgupta427
    @abhinavgupta427 Před 3 měsíci

    Growth and Scope of this course in future

  • @ARFORYOU
    @ARFORYOU Před rokem

    Thanks

  • @tayarndt
    @tayarndt Před rokem +6

    Great video. I believe there’s only four states that require a state licensure for taxes, Oregon, California, Maryland and I don’t know if the other one. In Texas where I live, I don’t have to take a state licensure. With that being said, though I do have a bookkeeping business and I’m gonna try to go for the enrolled agent.

    • @wesjay7780
      @wesjay7780 Před rokem

      How’s the progress on the EA coming along? I’ve been thinking about getting the EA certification.

    • @tayarndt
      @tayarndt Před rokem

      @@wesjay7780 the EA is coming long great. I just bought the course from tax mama. I recommend you do the same thing we can maybe do a study group

    • @wesjay7780
      @wesjay7780 Před rokem

      @@tayarndt I was considering doing a Gleim self-study review course for under $700, but I looked into TaxMama, and that is a nice deal, especially if you’re getting actual lectures from somebody at designated times. I’ll most likely take the self-study route, but it doesn’t hurt to know another fellow tax friend :D , if you have Discord, we can keep in contact.

    • @tayarndt
      @tayarndt Před rokem

      @@wesjay7780 well, here’s the other thing, because I am fully blind, I find that I would rather have the audio format. In addition, some of those other platforms are not accessible for me. So yeah, if you buy tax mama let me know because I would love to set up a group.

    • @wesjay7780
      @wesjay7780 Před rokem

      @@tayarndt I got you, sounds good and I will let you know! Have a good day, and it was nice talking :D

  • @elmehdigamil1936
    @elmehdigamil1936 Před 10 měsíci

    I hope you can help me with this question.
    I worked with Hrblock the last season, now I would like to start my LLC for tax preparation. I can renew my PTIN for this upcoming tax season but I’m not sure if I do have to take the continued education again since I took the 18 hours couple month ago with hrblock platform but I decide to not go back with them for next season

  • @mrperez7036
    @mrperez7036 Před rokem +63

    This video is misleading. To become a tax preparer you simply have to sign up for a course. Many tax preparers do not have to take a test with the IRS. This video is about how to become an enrolled agent which is way different than the title of the video

    • @cajunguy6502
      @cajunguy6502 Před 11 měsíci +7

      She literally said "this is all within Oregon" at 1:00. A basic tax prep in Oregon is a license. The EA test is way more involved.

    • @sherriegriffin7928
      @sherriegriffin7928 Před 9 měsíci +6

      She said exactly what u said at the beginning lol

    • @frankayala3950
      @frankayala3950 Před 9 dny

      Wait don't you have to be certified to prepare taxes, therefore wouldn't you need to take a course then take the exam, which is what she has stated?

  • @Lily50423
    @Lily50423 Před 5 měsíci

    I would like to get the school information were your friend when to get certified? thank you for your help

  • @LivingLife972
    @LivingLife972 Před 8 měsíci

    thanks for this video. Can everything be done online?

  • @segunayeni-kq5wv
    @segunayeni-kq5wv Před 3 měsíci

    i really want to do this

  • @ravelbella7330
    @ravelbella7330 Před 7 měsíci

    Subscribed:)

  • @sofieturenmendez1213
    @sofieturenmendez1213 Před 4 měsíci

    I saw that you have to register with CTEC first, is that correct?

  • @Natepillradio
    @Natepillradio Před rokem +5

    I'm a tax preparer in California and the requirements are different in Oregon.

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem

      Yes, this video is based on Oregon requirements, but each state is somewhat different. Just a video to get an idea of what tax preparation is like :) -Gabe (FinePoints Admin)

  • @user-lv6ww8ii3q
    @user-lv6ww8ii3q Před 10 měsíci

    I’m interested to be a tax preparer .
    If I take the course I can open an office?

  • @Lyn777
    @Lyn777 Před měsícem

    It costs about $700 which may or may not be covered in part by the company interested in you.

  • @yoyokanamihue6183
    @yoyokanamihue6183 Před rokem +9

    I’ve been having a horrible experience trying to become a tax prep. I’ve gone to my community college which doesn’t teach it to me, it’s only online so I’ve been teaching myself everything. I’ve been trying to gain experience and it’s been exhausting and frustrating. Not to mention YOU DO NOT NEED EDUCATION TO BE A TAX PREP. I’m wasting time and money just to gain experience. 😩

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem +3

      I'm sorry to hear you are having a hard time gaining the experience and education you need to become a tax preparer. I'll let Morgan know tax preparing is something you are looking for more information on.
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)

    • @irettawashington4337
      @irettawashington4337 Před 9 měsíci

      I have tax classes available

  • @ASH-se6kr
    @ASH-se6kr Před rokem

    I like your video thx
    if my annual income 50-70k
    and my brother 30k
    then we wanna buy house cost 200k
    we need to pay cash tho so what if we can borrow 100k from friends then we buy the house ?
    we not going to face any issues with IRS since our income only around 100k and we buying house for 200k?

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem

      Hi. Unfortunately, Morgan is not in the real estate business, so she is unable to help you with this. Thanks for watching!
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)

  • @javedsoomro3417
    @javedsoomro3417 Před rokem

    Hi, can I do job there as a tax preparer as I am registered with Federal Board of Revenue as tax practitioner in Pakistan and I have five year experience to efile tax returns and documentation.

  • @brentkillian
    @brentkillian Před 9 měsíci

    I am personally working on becoming an ea.

  • @sid_Shaheen
    @sid_Shaheen Před rokem

    Anna accounting and tax preparation business eppadi Start pandrath enn sollunga anna

  • @mustafavayani2112
    @mustafavayani2112 Před 8 měsíci

    Can I prepare taxes being non US national?

  • @eliaslumumba1666
    @eliaslumumba1666 Před rokem

    Hey there, I am interested in becoming a professional tax preparer and I don’t know where to start from please refer me.

  • @marazulcontreras1446
    @marazulcontreras1446 Před 4 měsíci

    Were can i do that ?

  • @g.kirankumarkiru8179
    @g.kirankumarkiru8179 Před 2 lety +1

    Which is better, this program or enrolled agent course??

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před 2 lety

      Do you mean TaxBiz? I haven't done either personally, but I can vouch for other quality trainings from the TaxBiz people (bookkeepers.com). Reach out to Amy if you have questions! (info in description box)

    • @g.kirankumarkiru8179
      @g.kirankumarkiru8179 Před 2 lety

      I'm kiran from india,
      I have good knowledge and experience on us accounting and taxation,
      I'm quickbooks pro advisor and intuit certified professional bookkeeper. And pursing enrolled agent. If you hiring for remote position, even short term or long term works on bookkeeping or taxation.
      Please let me know.
      You no need to pay me untill you get satisfied with my work.

  • @marazulcontreras1446
    @marazulcontreras1446 Před 4 měsíci

    Can this work for Washington?

  • @eliaslumumba1666
    @eliaslumumba1666 Před rokem

    Hey there, I am interested in becoming a professional tax preparer and I don’t know where to start from

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem

      Hi Elias! Check out Morgan's Tax Preparer Guide (finepoints.newzenler.com/f/tax-preparer-pdf). It will show you the steps you need to take and where to start!
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)

  • @user-uf5hy2wy9c
    @user-uf5hy2wy9c Před 11 měsíci

    Please correctly put the link of AMY

  • @justme-dg4ii
    @justme-dg4ii Před rokem

    How much a tax preparer makes?

  • @JayPatel-ts6dt
    @JayPatel-ts6dt Před rokem

    Hello mam, I am bookkeeper in Indian but I will plan to move in Canada so that How to get job as bookkeeper in Canada????

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem +2

      You'll need to research this a bit, as Morgan lives in the US and really knows how to do it in the states. However, there are lots of Canadian bookkeepers, so if you join a few FB groups, I bet you'll find some who could help! -Gabe (FinePoints Admin)

    • @JayPatel-ts6dt
      @JayPatel-ts6dt Před rokem

      Thank you Mam 😊

    • @slrahman8723
      @slrahman8723 Před rokem

      Could you suggest some expert Canadian bookkeepers like Morgan on CZcams or Facebook?

  • @power-reconcile
    @power-reconcile Před 5 měsíci +1

    Very clear explanation, thanks for the awesome video! Just to mention, if you need to batch fill tax forms for your customers, we provide a Microsoft Excel add-in to automate this - czcams.com/video/w6h7s8COkXA/video.html

  • @NurseontheRun149
    @NurseontheRun149 Před 3 měsíci

    I could not find the resources for completing income tax preparation courses you mentioned at the end of this video.
    Would you be kind enough to pm me it.
    Thank you. I just subscribed to your channel.

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před 3 měsíci

      Hey! Here are the resources Morgan mentioned in this video:
      Free download - How to Become a Tax Preparer: finepoints.newzenler.com/f/tax-preparer-pdf
      TaxBiz Free Worshop: taxbiz.com/free-workshop?cookieUUID=22c25392-f620-4325-9a53-53be83ee26dd
      TaxBiz Main Page: taxbiz.com/?cookieUUID=f174d729-f48f-44a3-b2b0-9858067a7fbf
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)

  • @musicman7391
    @musicman7391 Před rokem

    This is American tax preparer?

  • @zacharyholland1091
    @zacharyholland1091 Před 2 lety

    What is the difference between accounting and bookkeeping

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před rokem +3

      Here's a video that talks about just that! czcams.com/video/toh6M6mQCo0/video.html
      -Gabe (FinePoints Admin)

    • @zacharyholland1091
      @zacharyholland1091 Před rokem

      @@FinePointsBookkeeping Awesome! thanks!

    • @DavidWaddleton5toes
      @DavidWaddleton5toes Před rokem +2

      @@zacharyholland1091 Accounting can entail much more than what you would do with typical bookkeeping role. You could be handling payroll or other functions within the organization like accounts payables and receivables. I am an Enrolled Agent which allows me to represent client with the IRS and with my Account Degree background, it helps to advise clients on best practices and sort of act as an CFO for small clients. A common activity is closing the books for year end, which entails knowing how to handle closing the books for year end. Bookkeeping is a great start to lots of accounting function, which CPA's like to ignore, but is vital to the basic functioning of businesses.

  • @tommydo961
    @tommydo961 Před 4 měsíci

    Where can we take courses?

    • @FinePointsBookkeeping
      @FinePointsBookkeeping  Před 4 měsíci

      Hey! Morgan recommends the course Tax Biz (sk293.isrefer.com/go/TBMP/ML82/) to learn how to become a tax preparer.
      Krista (FinePoints Admin)