IRS Enrolled Agent (Part 1) Resources
IRS Enrolled Agent (Part 1) resources
IRS EA Part 1 articles
PTIN renewal for 2027: What enrolled agents need to know
PTIN renewal for 2027: who must renew by December 31, 2026, the $18.75 fee, the steps, and how it differs from enrolled agent renewal.
Enrolled agent renewal: CE rules and deadlines
Enrolled agent renewal explained: the 72-hour CE rule, the 16-hour yearly minimum, when your SSN group renews, Form 8554, and the $140 fee.
Personal exemption: What it was and why it's $0
The personal exemption was $4,050 per person until 2017. Learn how it worked, why it's now $0 for good, and what replaced it.
Tax filing status: How to pick the right one
The five tax filing statuses explained: who qualifies for each, how your status sets your standard deduction and tax brackets, and how to choose.
Tax-exempt interest income: How it works
Learn what tax-exempt interest income is, which bonds qualify, how to report it on Form 1040 line 2a, and when it can still be taxed.
EA vs. CPA: Which career is right for you?
Compare EA vs. CPA exams, education, licensing, and salaries to see whether a tax-focused enrolled agent or a broader CPA career fits your goals.
