New rules, fees etc. for the Tax Preparer

[AZ-Tax]

I am ok with the mandatory exams, fingerprinting and probably the additional fees but I also want the IRS to scrutinize the DIY tax payers much much more.

[Gary2]

I just saw that CA is sending letter audit letters to a huge number of HOH filers. My guess is that this will rein in far more DIY taxpayers than those who used a paid pro.

[S T]

FTB HOH Questionnaires

FTB in Calif has sent these HOH letters out for years, and it has been successfful program. . I believe it is a cycle of every two years

My clients are instructed NOT to complete the forms, but to forward to me - so yes you are probably correct, Gary, the DIY group or the non licensed tax tax preparer would probably see more changes.

Sandy

[jimmcg]

I am ok with the mandatory exams, fingerprinting and probably the additional fees but I also want the IRS to scrutinize the DIY tax payers much much more.

Those DIY taxpayers are an unscrupulous bunch.

[taxea]

I am sure the IRS is pulling their hair out with these returns and I am also sure that the DIY'ers are getting notices.