Question: What is the difference between the EA designation and the AFSP – Record of Completion? Answer: An EA is a credentialed tax return preparer and can represent anyone before the IRS.In addition, if you are already a CPA or hold some other accounting designation, having your EA will allow you to advertise your tax […]
Steps to become an EA – Step 8 Congratulations on becoming an Enrolled Agent! You used Gleim to prepare for this difficult exam, and now you are enjoying the success of passing. At this point, you must maintain your CPE hours. Gleim offers a wide selection of online CPE courses. They are everything you need […]
Question: If I am an EA, do I need an AFSP – Record of Completion? Answer: This program is not designed, directed or intended for credentialed preparers who already possess a much higher level of qualification. However, if an attorney, certified professional accountant, enrolled agent, enrolled retirement plan agent, or enrolled actuary seeks to participate […]
Question: I am thinking about taking the EA Exam. What are the dates of the exam? Answer: The EA exam is offered during a continuous 10-month testing cycle beginning May 1 of each year and closes the last day of February the following year. For example, you may currently sit at a Prometric testing center […]
Gleim recently launched theGleimblog.com. It is a place where you can find helpful tips for the CPA, CIA, CMA, and EA exams. We’ll post exam updates, CPE information, and helpful hints and study habits from other fellow candidates. If you want to share your journey, we’d love to have you write for theGleimblog.com (compensation is […]
Why Should You Become an Enrolled Agent? As of January 1, 2011, all paid tax return preparers must obtain a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) before preparing returns. Tax Return Preparers with a Provisional PTIN will have until December 31, 2013 to pass a competency exam. Enrolled Agents (EAs), along with Certified Public Accountants and […]
On January 1, 2013, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 was passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives. Candidates preparing for the 2013 version of the EA exam (ie, the EA exam that will be given beginning May 1, 2013) should be aware of the more significant changes, which include: Individuals who […]
Registration Open for International Candidates As international demand for U.S. CPA licensure continues to grow, more international testing locations are needed. The AICPA, NASBA, and Prometric recently announced that administration of the Uniform CPA examination will be offered in Brazil starting in February 2012. The U.S. CPA exam is being offered internationally for the first […]
Question: Do I need to provide documentation of my education and experience requirements prior to registering for an exam part? Answer: No. Full-time university students who are in their senior (final) year may sit for the CIA exam before completing their education requirement as long as they complete the Student/Professor Application Form and submit the […]
A spell check is available in the written communication tabs on the BEC section of the exam. Remember, the written communication is graded for writing style. It’s imperative that candidates use the spell check tool to ensure that no points are deducted for misspellings. Note: If you experience anything new or not consistent with your […]
