…She received her BS degree in applied mathematics with computer science from Yale University and her MBA degree with a concentration in finance from New York University. In her spare time, Terry enjoys golfing. Tynisa (Ty) Gaines, EA Tynisa (Ty) Gaines EA, is a highly qualified professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology from the University of Illinois and a Master’s degree in Public Personnel Management from Troy University. Ty has been a proud member of the National…

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…California, with his partner. He works daily in the business resolving tax collection cases for his clients. He is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, the California Society of Enrolled Agents, and became a National Tax Practice Institute™ (NTPI®) Fellow in 2019. Prior to his federal career, Jon held management positions in the private sector with several Fortune 500 companies. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education from California State University, Fresno, CA. He has…

…Practice & Procedure, co-author of CCH Expert Treatise Tax Practice & Procedure, and a frequent presenter for both audio and in-person CPE seminars nationwide. Claudia coordinates a “dream team of tax controversy advisors” for the IRS Watch blog on Forbes.com. Claudia was named as a Top Ten Nominee by Tax Analysts as 2011 Person of the Year. She is a National Tax Practice Institute™ (NTPI®) instructor, NTPI Fellow®, and former Dean of the National Tax Practice Institute. She is owner…

…the Treasury Department’s Circular 230 was the first publication to specify the rules and regulations that governed EA procedure, practice, and enrollment. Enrolled Agents (EAs) are federally licensed tax practitioners who may represent taxpayers before the IRS when it comes to collections, audits and appeals. As authorized by the Department of Treasury’s Circular 230 regulations, EAs are granted unlimited practice rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS and are authorized to advise, represent, and prepare tax returns for individuals, partnerships,…

…the agency has a contingency plan that would allow for a later implementation date of the mandatory PTIN use. Rationalize EA and PTIN renewal cycles—Enrolled agents renew their license to practice every three years by completing a Form 8554 (Application for Renewal of Enrollment to Practice Before the Internal Revenue Service) and paying an attendant user fee. OPR checks an enrolled agent’s filing history to ensure all personal and business federal taxes have been timely filed and paid.We question why…

Meet the DEI Committee Members The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee supports NAEA in efforts that increase diversity and inclusion awareness among NAEA leadership and its members.   Nayo Carter-Gray EA (She/Her) Meet Nayo Carter- Gray. Making Accounting a Little Less Taxing ® for small business owners is Nayo’s goal as owner and founder of 1st Step Accounting LLC. A self-proclaimed techie Nayo decided a virtual accounting practice was the best way to experience her love of travel and still…

…the agency has a contingency plan that would allow for a later implementation date of the mandatory PTIN use. Rationalize EA and PTIN renewal cycles—Enrolled agents renew their license to practice every three years by completing a Form 8554 (Application for Renewal of Enrollment to Practice Before the Internal Revenue Service) and paying an attendant user fee. OPR checks an enrolled agent’s filing history to ensure all personal and business federal taxes have been timely filed and paid.We question why…

…This scholarship is ideal for experienced tax professionals who aspire to become enrolled agents. National Tax Practice Institute (NTPI) – Level One Online Package Award: This scholarship provides access to Level One of NAEA’s NTPI curriculum. Eligibility requirements: Active Enrolled Agent 2 years of professional experience First-time NTPI applicant Details: This scholarship is ideal for experienced tax professionals who aspire to enter IRS Representation. About NTPI: To enroll in the National Tax Practice Institute™ (NTPI®), you must be an enrolled…