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Personal Income Tax – Basic
Become a competent and confident tax preparer with our intensive self-study course, updated for the 2027 tax season (Tax Year 2026).
Categories: Certified Courses, Courses in English, For Beginners, Online Courses
$397.00
INFORMATIVE CONTENT
Course Classification:
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Category: Basic Individual Tax Preparation.
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Delivery Method: Self-Study (Reading material and Practical Cases).
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Provider: EZ Tax To Go, LLC (Provider Number GFLRH).
Summary Description:
Become a competent and confident tax preparer with our intensive self-study course, updated for the 2027 tax season (Tax Year 2026). Designed for both beginners and those looking to brush up on the fundamentals, this manual guides you step-by-step from obtaining your PTIN to electronically transmitting a complete tax return, seamlessly integrating tax theory with the practical use of professional software.
What will you learn in this course?
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Practice Fundamentals: How to apply for your PTIN and EFIN, understand the different types of preparers, and navigate the applicable penalties (up to $665 for due diligence failures).
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Client Interview and Dependents: How to use Form 13614-C to gather data, verify identities, and apply the strict tests to determine Qualifying Children and Qualifying Relatives.
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Income and Deductions: Learn to read key information returns (W-2, 1099-NEC, 1099-K, etc.), apply the updated 2026 Standard Deduction, and know when it is beneficial to itemize on Schedule A.
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Credits and Self-Employment: Calculate self-employment tax (Schedule SE), identify valid business expenses (Schedule C), and maximize credits such as the Earned Income Credit (EIC), Child Tax Credit, and educational credits.
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New OBBBA Law Updates (2026): Master the new Schedule 1-A, including the new above-the-line deductions for qualified tips, overtime premium pay, auto loan interest, and the enhanced deduction for seniors.
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Software Practice: The course includes a Practice Workbook and access to a free trial version of Drake Tax software, allowing you to solve 5 comprehensive practical cases featuring real-world client scenarios.
Enroll today to learn at your own pace, practice risk-free with professional software, and get ready to open your own successful and fully IRS-compliant tax office!
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Important Note: This course grants the EZ Tax Academy Certificate of Completion, but it does not provide IRS continuing education (CE) credits or hours for the Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP).






