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Welcome to the California Society of Tax Consultants, CSTCThe 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. 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 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. Join CSTC Today!SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2025 SUMMER SYMPOSIUM!
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