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2019 FALL TAX AND ACCOUNTING FORUM!
 
TOPIC: Non-profits
DATES: September 20-21, 2019
LOCATION: Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Cal Expo
1782 Tribute Rd
Sacramento, CA 95818

Registration now OPEN! Click here to view the schedule

60 Hour Live QE Education

Welcome to the California Society of Tax Consultants, CSTC

The California Society of Tax Consultants, CSTC is a non-profit association dedicated to using its resources for the benefit of members and the public that they serve. CSTC is all about educating and keeping members up to date so that they excel as tax professionals.

If you are a tax professional and excelling as a tax professional is one of your goals, then CSTC membership should be included in your plans. For 50 years, CSTC has offered great education, access to knowledgeable professionals, and career-changing possibilities. As a CTEC, IRS and CPA approved provider, CSTC educational programming is offered through local chapter meetings, CSTC events, such as the Summer Tax Symposium, and online course offerings, making CSTC an essential resource for CPAs, Enrolled Agents, California Registered Tax Preparers, bookkeepers and more. We will also keep you updated via The Reporter (CSTC enewsletter), News from the IRS and others. Each of our 15 California chapters has monthly meetings in their area providing valuable education credits on timely topics, dinner & networking opportunities. Click here for the chapter list. CSTC members have access to a variety of other benefits, such as the CSTC Member Listserv, click here for more information regarding CSTC Member Benefits. 

Whether you are entering the tax profession or a highly experienced tax practitioner, we are here to meet your professional needs. We have multiple opportunities available for you right now!

If you are looking to become a tax preparer, please click here for information.

If you are looking for a tax preparer or consultant, please click here.

For information regarding tax professional credentials, qualifications, testing and renewal requirements, fees, and renewal information, please click here.

Keep up to date with the latest news from the IRS! Click here to read the most recent articles.

Click here to view the IRS Resources for Taxpayers
Click here to view the IRS Resources for Tax Professionals 

Before visiting an IRS office, taxpayers should call to make an appointment

Service at all #IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers requires an appointment. Need tax answers from #IRS right now? www.irs.gov/help is ready to help at any time.

For in-person #tax help at #IRS, you will need an appointment. Most answers to tax questions can be found on our website: www.irs.gov/help

Make an appointment before visiting a local #IRS office. To save time and find answers faster from the #IRS, check www.irs.gov/help

Make an appointment before visiting a local #IRS office. Better yet, check IRS.gov for information and tax forms: www.irs.gov/help

Service at all #IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers is by appointment. Find faster alternatives at www.irs.gov/help

You’ll find #tax answers on IRS.gov 24 / 7. For in-person #tax help at #IRS, you do need an appointment: www.irs.gov/help

Need a copy of a tax return or transcript? Get it from the #IRS website. www.irs.gov/help

Consider alternatives to paying taxes due at #IRS office: pay online, by phone or mobile device and get instant confirmation. www.irs.gov/help

IRS.gov has info on tax refunds and payments. If you do visit an #IRS center, please be sure to make an appointment first: www.irs.gov/help

Why Every Tax Professional Needs a Security Plan

This YouTube video explains the importance for all tax professionals of having and adhering to a data security plan.

CSTC is the California Affiliated State Organization of the National Society of Accountants

The National Society of Accountants (NSA) and its state affiliates represent independent practitioners who provide accounting, tax, auditing, financial and estate planning, and management services to 19 million individuals and businesses. Most members are sole practitioners or partners in small- to medium-size accounting firms.

NSA provides constructive feedback on laws and regulations at the federal and state level, working closely with the Internal Revenue Service on a range of issues. NSA state affiliates across the nation constitute a powerful professional network to reach state policymakers nationwide.

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VeriFyle Pro Now Free for CSTC Members

CSTC is pleased to include the VeriFyle ProTM premium secure online document and message sharing service at no cost to CSTC members. The CSTC / VeriFyle partnership provides members with a secure way to share documents and messages with clients, colleagues, employees and other business associates.

VeriFyle is meant to replace other less secure technologies (like email and cloud sharing services like Dropbox) for the purpose of sharing important or sensitive information. To get started and to learn more about this great free CSTC member benefit, visit the CSTC VeriFyle login/sign-up page now.  CSTC is pleased to include the VeriFyle ProTM premium secure online document and message sharing service at no cost to CSTC members. The CSTC / VeriFyle partnership provides members with a secure way to share documents and messages with clients, colleagues, employees and other business associates. VeriFyle is meant to replace other less secure technologies (such as email and cloud-sharing services) for the purpose of sharing important or sensitive information. To get started and to learn more about this great free CSTC member benefit, visit the CSTC VeriFyle login/sign-up page now.
Note: Once you click on this link you will be prompted to enter your name and email address. You will then be asked to confirm your account over email to complete the process.

Need to reset your VeriFyle password? See the link to reset your password on the "Log In" page on VeriFyle's Website (verifyle.com/login) - click on "I need a new password" and follow the instructions to reset your password.

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