JRS

New law being proposed:

https://ctecstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public/AB1140 Tax preparers - disclosures.pdf?ct=t(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_7_21_2016_COPY_01

CA 540 now prints without watermarks....finally.

On 2/10/2020 at 4:04 PM, Yardley CPA said:

Thank you, All.  I guess I'm in the minority.  I sign the client copy and then place a "copy" stamp over my signature. 

Me, too.

2 hours ago, Tax Prep by Deb said:

2 hours ago, Tax Prep by Deb said:

Am I missing something?

 

No.

Page 6 of THE pub 1031 days residents are taxed on all income no matter the source.  I don't think the FTB would consider him a part time resident since he maintained residence in Ca.

I can't find anything for the "print/view" screen other than for the form or message  view.  I tried to change the check boxes, but had no luck.  Maybe tech support can help or give you some ideas.

Mine are now missing, but the Fed message states some forms still in development.  Go to tools and click on update manager then states and read the 1/30 .ca update.

Yes.  I emailed Drake and they replied almost instantly.  There are a bunch of forms that are still in"development. "  I checked message on the print view screen and there was a list.

Works fine.  In my opinion it works faster.

https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040-sr

1 hour ago, Pacun said:

Are you logged on? Maybe you are just browsing as a visitor not as a member.

The donor tag shows whether you are logged or not.  I check the forum daily, but rarely sign on.

It's ready for download.

I am gone until about the 5th of December, but it always seems to be ready when I get back.

If you didn't get the above letter you need to wait until "later in the week.". The renewal is for 2020, not 2019.

No fee.

Dear Tax Professional,

Congratulations! To thank you for repeatedly renewing your preparer tax identification number (PTIN) early, you have the opportunity to renew your PTIN before the season opens to other tax return preparers. The PTIN system is ready to accept your renewal from today through Oct. 15. Should you miss this opportunity, you can still renew your PTIN during renewal season beginning later in the week.

THERE IS NO FEE/COST FOR 2020 PTINs.

All PTINs expire on Dec. 31 and must be renewed annually. You must have a valid PTIN if you plan to prepare any federal tax returns for compensation or you are an enrolled agent.

Get started at www.irs.gov/ptin.

If you can't remember your User ID or password, use the "Forgot User ID" or "Forgot Password" links on the PTIN system login page. You will be asked to enter the email address associated with your account and the answer to your secret question.

To keep up with the latest info for return preparers, please subscribe to e-News for Tax Professionals.

-  Visit www.irs.gov

3 hours ago, Catherine said:

Also helped by *amazing* tech support that gets you the answer to any question you have, fast.

Hands down the best tech support. Hardly finished email on "disaster" problem with Ca and had response.

HappyFourth.

I had a similar situation a few years ago with Ca employee working for a Florida employer.  The employer sent a letter to FTB and never heard another word.  Whether they filled out the form you mentioned I don't know, but all taxes and SDI were paid.

On 5/25/2019 at 7:52 AM, JRS said:

New form for 540X.  Ca form X.

New form for 540X.  Ca form X.

I believe efile was down for maintenance Sunday, but deleted email from IRS.

21 hours ago, Tax Prep by Deb said:

First year Drake user and even when ATX offered me a terrific deal I will not go back until Drake gives me a reason to!  I just don't see that happening.  Their support cannot be beat, their product performs for all my needs, and their price is something I can afford!

Emailed Drake support on a California problem.  Had a response in less than 5  minutes with a temporary fix until they could update the software the next day.

They need a way to pay for all the Danny DeVito TV commercials.

Definitely the NR screen.