Time to renew Preparer Tax Identification Numbers by Dec. 31 Tax Tip 2023-125, Nov. 28, 2023 — Paid tax return preparers with a PTIN expiring on Dec. 31, 2023, need to renew their PTIN with the online renewal process. It takes about 15 minutes to renew online. Taxpayers, tax pros and businesses can stay up to date with IRS e-News Tax Tip 2023-124, Nov. 27, 2023 — The IRS has newsletters for a variety of tax topics and audiences. Anyone can sign up for these automatic email updates to get IRS information, news and tips. Clean vehicle credits can help car buyers pay less at the dealership Tax Tip 2023-123, Nov. 15, 2023 — Taxpayers who buy a qualifying new or used clean vehicle may be able to transfer their tax credits to the dealer in exchange for a financial benefit – such as a lower cost – starting Jan. 1, 2024. Tax pros: Become authorized as an IRS e-file provider in just a few simple steps Tax Tip 2023-122, Nov. 13, 2023 — To file their clients’ federal tax returns electronically, a tax professional needs to become an authorized e-file provider. The process takes only a few steps. E-filing is the most secure and accurate way to file returns, and it saves time. Employers should certify employees before claiming the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Tax Tip 2023-121, Nov. 9, 2023 — Employers who hire people from certain groups can reduce the tax they owe when they claim the Work Opportunity Tax Credit on their federal tax return. This credit encourages employers to hire workers certified as members of any of ten groups facing barriers to employment. Signing up to be an IRS-certified volunteer is a great way to help people Tax Tip 2023-120, Nov. 6, 2023 — IRS-certified volunteers are the unsung heroes of tax filing season. Every year, they step up to help taxpayers successfully file their tax returns. Anyone who wants to make a difference in their community, learn about tax preparation and earn continuing education credits should consider volunteering. 2023 Nationwide Tax Seminars are now available online Tax Tip 2023-119, Nov. 2, 2023 — The IRS Nationwide Tax Forums Online offers 18 new self-study seminars. People can now review the sessions online and even earn continuing education credits. Tax professionals can choose from a variety of topics covering a wide range of federal tax law. Tax tip archive IRS tax tips from January 2011 forward.
