by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 23, 2026 | Tax Updates
Understanding Service Bureau Operations A service bureau functions as the technical infrastructure provider for Electronic Return Originators (EROs). The service bureau handles electronic filing transmission, software hosting, and technical compliance while EROs...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 23, 2026 | Tax Updates
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) passed in July 2025 and changed the tax filing landscape for 2026. Most temporary provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act are now permanent. This creates planning stability but requires updated processes for tax season....
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 22, 2026 | Tax Updates
ERO infrastructure failures cost tax practices thousands of dollars annually in lost clients, compliance penalties, and operational downtime. Most tax professionals underestimate the technical requirements needed to maintain efficient e-file operations. This analysis...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 22, 2026 | Tax Updates
SEO Title: Service Bureau Infrastructure: ERO Onboarding Guide 2026 Slug: service-bureau-infrastructure-ero-onboarding-guide Excerpt: Master the infrastructure requirements for running a service bureau as an ERO. Learn technology, security, and compliance essentials...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 22, 2026 | Tax Updates
February hits different for Electronic Return Originators. The rush is real. Clients flood in with W-2s, last-minute documents, and questions that need immediate answers. Systems get tested. Processes break down. Mistakes happen when preparation falls short. The...
by TIG Tax Pros | Feb 21, 2026 | Tax Updates
Understanding ERO Status and Service Bureau Models An Electronic Return Originator (ERO) holds authorization from the IRS to electronically file tax returns. EROs with established infrastructure often provide service bureau support to tax preparers who lack their own...
