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Question: I want to take the Oregon tax preparer exam. Is there any way I can get some exam samples?

or practice questions are ok.

Answer: Here is your link.

http://www.oregon.gov/OTPB/docs/Forms/GEN_INFO.pdf

People News — April 1

Recent hires, promotions and more.

Solar Observing and Night Skywatch April 9th

The Carroll County Singers will be performing their Spring performance entitled “Jesus Remember Me.” The performance will be held Saturday April 16th at 7 p.m. and Sunday April 17th at 2 p.m. at First Evangelical Lutheran Church 301 S. Clay St, Mt Carroll, IL.

Question: Having your taxes completed and signed by a tax preparer vs yourself?

Lets say an individual has done his/her homework and can proficiently complete his/her own small business taxes using one of the tax softwares out there. Does it make any different to IRS if the taxes are also signed by a tax preparer/CPA ? Does the signature of a tax preparer decrease the chances of being scrutinize or audited ?
Please answer honestly and not just because you’re a tax professional.

Answer: The IRS computers are not programmed to see if a return was self prepared or professionally prepared. If you are audited, then it matters.

John Wiley & Sons Announces Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2011 Results

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Denver Bookkeeping CPA – Buying Vs. Leasing a Vehicle For Your Business

NATP Registered Tax Preparer Exam Review Course Textbook 2011 $85.00 Need a study guide to help you pass the IRS Competency Exam? This information-packed textbook is it! Ideal for tax professionals who desire to refresh their skills and is an exceptional reference book for the office. Some subjects covered include: · Filing requirements · Filing status and dependents · Various types of 1040 income and deductions · Refundable and…

NATP EA Exam Review Course Textbook Part I 2011 $75.00 Study to pass Part I of the Special Enrollment Exam (SEE) with this detailed textbook. Features include subject matter pertinent to the exam with emphasis on the concepts and theories of individual taxation including individual filing of income tax returns, estate and gift tax returns. Some subjects covered include: · Filing requirements · Qualifying child vs. qualifying relat…

NATP EA Exam Review Course Textbook Part II 2011 (Part II) $75.00 Study to pass Part II of the Special Enrollment Exam (SEE) with this textbook. Features include subject matter pertinent to the exam comprised of business income tax filing, estates and trusts income tax filing, retirement plans and tax-exempt organizations. Some subjects covered include: · Tax theory for sole proprietors, partnerships, corporations, trusts and tax-exempt organizations. · Analyz…

Seniors get help filing their taxes

The taxman cometh — but help is available for seniors.

Tax Education – National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP)

Question: What is the average hourly wage of a seasonal, entry-level tax preparer in North Carolina?

I’ve heard everything from $8 per hour to $32 per hour, so I don’t really know what to expect when I start in January.

Answer: CPA offices don’t want to pay anything for seasonal workers.
They pay about $8 to $10. If you can get $32 per hour, get a written contract.