by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 11, 2026 | Tax Updates
Tax season 2026 brings familiar challenges for Electronic Return Originators (EROs). Refund delays frustrate clients. Processing bottlenecks strain office operations. The standard 10-21 day refund window stretches longer for returns claiming EITC or CTC credits:...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 10, 2026 | Tax Updates
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by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 10, 2026 | Tax Updates
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by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 10, 2026 | Tax Updates
Tax season demands efficiency. Manual data entry, compliance tracking, and client communication consume hours that could go toward advisory work and business growth. AI automation tools now handle these tasks faster and with fewer errors. This guide covers the most...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 9, 2026 | Tax Updates
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by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 9, 2026 | Tax Updates
Service bureau partnerships allow Electronic Return Originators to expand capacity without acquiring additional EFINs or managing complex infrastructure. However, improper setup creates compliance gaps, rejected returns, and potential sanctions from the IRS. This...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 9, 2026 | Tax Updates
Tax season demands peak performance. The months between April and the next filing deadline determine whether that performance is sustainable. Successful tax professionals operate differently. They build systems that function regardless of the calendar month. This...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 8, 2026 | Tax Updates
Form 1099-DA arrived in 2025. Tax preparers without digital asset training face compliance gaps that threaten client relationships and professional liability. This new IRS information return changes how cryptocurrency, stablecoins, and NFT transactions are reported to...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 8, 2026 | Tax Updates
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by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 8, 2026 | Tax Updates
Tax season ends. Clients disappear. Revenue drops. This cycle repeats annually for most tax professionals. The problem is predictable income and client retention. The solution is year-round engagement. Firms that maintain consistent client contact outside of tax...
