Chapter President
Robert A Wagner, EA
Wagner & Associates Tax Solutions
2470 Saint Rose Pkwy Ste 306
Henderson, NV 89074-7776Robert A Wagner, EA
Wagner & Associates Tax Solutions
2470 Saint Rose Pkwy Ste 306
Henderson, NV 89074-7776
702.564.1040 phone
702.564.1069 fax
Chapter Newsletters
Chapter Education and Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting and CPE are planned for November 14, 2013.
IRS Resources for Tax Professionals
Do I need a PTIN?
For general guidance, PTIN scenarios, and information on supervised and non-signing preparers.
Responding to a notice or letter from the IRS?
IRS.gov has information to help taxpayers understand IRS letters and notices without having to call or visit an IRS office.
Does your client owe IRS and need payment options?
Updated information on collection procedures for taxpayers who owe taxes.
Health care benefits reporting information for employers
The Form W-2 Reporting of Employer-Sponsored Health Coverage page of IRS.gov has new information including:
• A chart detailing the types of coverage to report
• Transition relief for many employers
• Q&As about the reporting requirements
You can make a difference
To comment on IRS tax forms, write to taxforms@irs.gov
To keep up with IRS Hot Topics
Information about recent legislation, tax return preparer requirements, community property issues, Ponzi scheme answers, tax and phishing scams.
For specific tax information on industries & professions
To find tax information by trade whether its agriculture, attorney, auction, child care, construction, entertainers, fishing, indoor tanning, manufacturing, money services, real estate, restaurants and even tax professionals.
Starting, Operating or Closing a Business
Whether you are a budding entrepreneur, or an established business owner, you will find everything you need to start and manage your business venture.
www.irs.gov/businesses/small/article/0,,id=110417,00.html
Listen while you work
The IRS Video portal contains video and audio presentations on topics of interest to small businesses, individuals and tax professionals. You will find video clips of tax topics, and archived versions of live panel discussions and webinars.
www.irsvideos.gov
IRS Data Retrieval Tool for Student Loans, Aids, and Grants
If you are a student or parent, you can now access your IRS tax return information using the 2012-2013 IRS Data Retrieval Tool. This is an easy and secure way to access and transfer your tax return information directly into your Free Application for Federal Student Aid form.
If you are eligible to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool, it is highly recommend for several reasons:
1. It’s the easiest way to provide your tax data.
2. It’s the best way of ensuring that your FAFSA has accurate tax information.
3. You will not need to provide a copy of your or your parents’ tax returns for your financial aid application.
Who can use it?
If you or your parents meet the following criteria, you’ll be given the option to retrieve, display and transfer your federal tax information:
- If you filed a 2011 tax return.
- If you have a valid Social Security Number.
- If you have a Federal Student Aid PIN.
- If you do not have a PIN, you will be given the option to apply for one.
- If your marital status has not changed since Dec. 31, 2011.
Who should not use it?
If any of the following conditions apply to you or your parents, you should not use this tool:
- If you filed an amended federal tax return for 2011.
- If you did not file a federal tax return for 2011.
- If your 2011 federal tax filing status is married filing separately.
- If you filed both a federal tax return and a foreign return.
If you do not use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool to provide tax information and your college requests a copy of your tax return or your parents’ tax return, you may be required to obtain an official tax transcript from the IRS.
IRS Relationship Manager assigned to NV Chapter:
Kathy Olsen
IRS Stakeholder Liaison
(702) 868-5307
Kathy.A.Olsen@irs.gov