Description

The volume of individual tax returns requiring preparation can create an environment that leads to errors or omissions. Identify common errors practitioners make on individual tax returns for single filers.

Target Audience

CPAs working with clients requiring up-to-date expertise in individual income taxation for the current tax season

Course Objectives

- Identify potential errors or omissions of Information on tax returns.

- Recognize Planning opportunities for your clients based upon Information reported on A tax return.

- Determine the proper tax treatment for certain rental property activities.

- Determine the proper tax treatment for various start-up costs by A new business.

Subjects

- Passive-activity losses

- Qualified business income deduction

- Home office

- Schedule C activity and hobby losses

- Business start-ups and deductions

- Alimony

- Discharge of debt

Prerequisites

Experience with individual tax return preparation