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This “Question of the Week” addresses PTIN numbers Question: I am trying to register for the EA exam, but need to obtain my PTIN number. How do I do this? Answer: To obtain a PTIN, you will need to complete a W-7P by mail, fax, or online. The online method is quickest and provides you...Read More

New Testing Window Approaching A new 10-month testing window for the computerized EA exam will open May 1, 2010. Now that April has arrived you have a month to prepare for at least one part of the EA exam. Don’t wait until the exam window opens to start preparing. Prepare now using the 2010 edition...Read More

Close of 10-month Testing Window Now that March has arrived, so comes the close of the 10-month “testing window” for the computerized EA exam. The next continuous 10-month testing cycle will begin May 1, 2010. The IRS will begin testing 2009 tax laws when testing resumes in May. Exam candidates must use current review materials...Read More

Important Notice: EA Exam Fee Increase Prometric has increased the EA Exam Fee. Beginning January 4, 2010 the exam fee increased from $97 per test to $101 per test. Registration is currently open for dates from now until February 28, 2010. Go to Prometric’s website to register now for your EA Exam. Register now for...Read More

Question: How can I preview the EA Gleim Online before I purchase it? Answer: Gleim offers the first lesson of each EA Gleim Online course for free through our home page so that you may preview this course before you purchase it. The Free Demo can be accessed from: http://www.gleim.com/accounting/ea/online/ Simply log in to your...Read More

Your objective when studying for the EA exam is to be confident, both in your abilities and that you are generating your best effort. Remember to remain in control during exam preparation and execution. Though remaining in control may sound difficult, it is a concept you use every day. For example, grooming your hair is...Read More

Question: I am interested in taking the EA exam, but I do not live in the United States. Will I be able to use Gleim materials to study? Answer: Yes! Examinations are administered at Prometric testing centers. The exam is currently offered in nearly 300 testing centers located across the Unites States and around the...Read More

When answering multiple-choice questions, you should determine the correct answer before reading the answer choices. The objective is to avoid allowing the answer choices to affect your reading of the question. When four answer choices are presented, three of them are incorrect. They are called distractors for a very good reason. Read each answer choice...Read More

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