A Birmingham tax preparer was sentenced to 18 months in prison for preparing false tax returns for clients, according to U.S.

A Birmingham tax preparer was sentenced for preparing false tax returns for clients, according to U.S. Attorney Prim F.

Jackson prepared and filed 35 false IRS forms for himself and two clients that said they were entitled to receive $4,112,297 ...

As the owner of Jean Tax Financial & Notary Services in Elmwood, he filed at least 146 false returns for more than 50 clients ...

How to Find a Reliable Tax Preparer. These tips can help you locate a reputable professional and avoid problems. By Octavio Blanco. Additional reporting by Tobie Stanger. March 28, 2022.

With tax season in full swing (it kicked off January 27, 2020), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a reminder to taxpayers to avoid unethical "ghost" tax return preparers.

Also make sure the preparer signs the return and includes their Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) at the end of your 1040 (bottom of page 2). This is required by law.

Four tax preparers from Texas whose fraudulent returns for clients cost the IRS more than $7.5 million were sentenced to 105 ...

Tax software makes it easier for people to prepare their taxes, but there are still situations where it’s wise to bring in a pro. Depending on your income, you can prepare and file your taxes at ...

A good tax pro can do more than get you ready for April 15 Lea Uradu, J.D., is a Maryland state registered tax preparer, state-certified notary public, certified VITA tax preparer, IRS annual ...

Tax preparers who do not have a PTIN (Preparer tax identification number). The IRS insists that anyone who prepares or assists in preparing federal tax returns for compensation must have a valid ...