This Study Tip concerns learning about the EA exam. Become an expert on the EA exam! To outperform other EA candidates, you must know more about the EA exam than they do. This expertise includes knowledge of: Subject matter covered on the exam How the exam is prepared Types of questions on the exam Rules...Read More
The EA exam is underway. Maintain a positive attitude and do not become depressed if you encounter difficulties either before or during the exam. An optimist will usually do better than an equally well-prepared pessimist. Remember, you have reason to be optimistic, because you will be competing with many less-qualified persons who have not used...Read More
Question: “I work for a tax preparation firm and my employer will pay for me to become an IRS enrolled agent. I then searched the Internet for review providers and found Gleim. Can you tell me what an enrolled agent is, exactly?” Answer: An enrolled agent is a person who has earned the privilege of...Read More
This week’s tip provides a guideline for how much time you should spend studying for each part. Different people will be able to study for different amounts of time per week. Your completion rate will depend on your personal circumstances (e.g., how familiar you are with the material, your level of education, elapsed time since...Read More
Each time you attempt a new challenge, you must first develop a control system. Passing the EA exam requires candidates to be in control during exam preparation and execution. The objective is to be confident that the best possible performance is being generated. Control is a process whereby you Develop expectations, standards, budgets, and plans...Read More
Question: How soon will I know my score on the exam? Answer: Scores will be shown on screen at the end of the examination, and the candidate will receive a printed score report before leaving the test site. Scaled scores are determined by calculating the number of questions answered correctly from the total number of...Read More
Many candidates write or call us asking about certain tax terms they are unfamiliar with and how they can better understand these terms. For general accounting questions such as this, Dr. Gleim recommends that you research and answer them on your own. You will learn more by researching a question or term on your own,...Read More
Good news! The following information about the 2006 exam has recently been posted on the IRS website: Selection of a vendor to develop and administer the Special Enrollment Examination Thomson Prometric has been selected to develop and administer the Internal Revenue Service’s Special Enrollment Examination. It is the goal of the IRS to have Thomson...Read More
The IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is an excellent way to increase your marketability and gain real-life experience. However, earning an EA designation takes hard work, perseverance, and training. The EA exam is a challenge for many candidates, but with proper preparation, you can pass this exam. Gleim has developed a study system that helps...Read More
Question: What kinds of questions can the Personal Counselors help me with? Answer: Gleim Personal Counselors are experienced, knowledgeable experts who can advise you on everything from how much study time you need to which parts to take first. The Counselors will work with you to create a study plan and answer any questions you...Read More
