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Thursday, December 22, 2011

IRS Update: New Applications for IRS PTINs Unavailable Due to Scheduled Maintenance

Due to previously scheduled maintenance on IRS systems, the Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) system will be unavailable for new applications from 5:00 PM ET on Monday, December 26, 2011 until approximately 6:00 AM ET on Monday, January 9, 2012. Preparers are still able to renew existing PTINs during this window.

Regulations require all paid tax return preparers to obtain a PTIN. Preparers must renew their PTINs each year by December 31. Some preparers also need to pass a competency test and take continuing education courses. Click here to review the paid preparer requirements.

Click here to visit the CrossLink Tax Resource Center for additional resources on topics such as Federal Tax Return Preparer Registration, the Preparer Electronic Filing Mandate, and Helpful Tax Websites.

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