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Western CPE Blog

IRS Security Recommendations for Tax Professionals: Essential Protection Strategies for 2025

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Cybersecurity threats are getting more sophisticate, regularly targeting firms. Learn how to keep your practice safe with security protocols.

Recent Blog Posts

Noncustodial Parent Denied Dependency Despite Claiming One of Two Children for Years (Melissa Correll v. Comm., TCM 2025-31)

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When Melissa Correll claimed her 16-year-old son as a dependent on her 2021 return even

Government Secures $1.9 Million FBAR Penalty Judgment Against Estate (US v. Patricia Leeds, DC Idaho, No. 1:22-CV-00379 (Mar. 7, 2025))

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In a recent decision, the court granted summary judgment to the government in a case

When a Responsible Person’s Failure to Pay is “Willful” (Kristopher Dreyer v. United States, 9th Cir., No. 24-906, March 28, 2025)

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A nearly $188,000 personal tax liability struck board member Kristopher Dreyer when the Ninth Circuit

Gig Economy Clients: Tax Prep Challenges and Solutions for AFSP Preparers

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The IRS defines the gig economy as “activity where people earn income providing on-demand work,

Safeguarding Independent Contractor Classifications: IRS Issues First Major Update to Section 530 Relief in 40 Years (Revenue Procedure 2025-10)

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Revenue Procedure 2025-10 provides updated guidance on Section 530 relief—the first update since 1985.

Who Needs A PTIN?

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The 2026 tax season isn’t here yet, but it’s never too late to start preparing,

How To Renew A PTIN

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How To Renew A PTIN Renewing your Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) is an essential

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