Why Hiring an Enrolled Agent Can Save Your Business Time and Money

What is an Enrolled Agent (EA)?

An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a tax professional enrolled to represent taxpayers before the IRS. EAs earn this status by passing a three-part IRS exam or through qualifying IRS work experience, and they keep it by completing continuing education.

What can an EA do?

• Prepare tax returns

• Represent clients during IRS audits

• Respond to IRS notices

• Help reduce tax liabilities legally

• Assist with payment plans

• Provide year-round tax planning

Explain the difference between:

• Tax preparer

• CPA

• Enrolled Agent

Highlight that EAs specialize in federal taxation and must complete continuing education to maintain their credentials.

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Fuentes oficiales IRS

• IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers

• IRS Enrolled Agent Information

• Circular 230