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As a tax practitioner, you may have contemplated adding personal financial planning services to your practice. There is a natural progression to go from being your client's most trusted tax advisor to also being their most trusted personal financial advisor. But you have questions: will it be profitable? How do I get started? What are other CPA firms doing? All of these questions are addressed in a new research study published by the AICPA's PFP Section that can show you how to expand your services into this lucrative niche area that is a great compliment to your tax practice.

The Personal Financial Planning Section of AICPA and Moss Adams LLP are pleased to announce the results of their first joint study of CPA financial planning and advisory practices- AICPA/Moss Adams CPA Financial Planning Practice Study.

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Treasury Department Circular No. 230

This section contains information and resources related to Treasury Department Circular No. 230.

Treasury Department Circular No. 230
Treasury Department Circular No. 230 contains the regulations governing the practice of attorneys, certified public accountants, enrolled agents, enrolled actuaries, and appraisers before the IRS. Learn More>>

 

AICPA Comments on Proposed Circular 230 Section 10 34 

AICPA comments on Proposed Regulations, REG-138637-07, issued to conform the practitioner standards in section 10.34 of Circular 230 to the new standards in section 6694(a). Learn More>>

AICPA Outlines Concerns About Latest Circular 230 Amendments

The AICPA has raised concerns about the IRS’s proposed amendments to Circular 230. Learn More>>

AICPA Comments on Circular 230 Covered Opinion Standards

March 6, 2006. The AICPA expresses concern that the Circular 230 covered opinion standards are having an adverse impact on the delivery of tax advice to clients and on the role of tax advice in the administration of the tax system. Learn More>>

 

AICPA 2005 Circular 230 Checklist

Use this checklist to help determine: (1) if the advice you are giving a client falls within the definition of a "covered opinion"; (2) whether you should be including disclaimer language with you advice; and, (3) whether you have satisfied the requirements for "other written tax advice." Learn More>>

AICPA Powerpoint Presentation on Circular 230

AICPA offers a Powerpoint presentation on the new Circular 230 rules governing practice before the IRS. Learn More>>

AICPA Comments on Monetary Penalties Under Circular 230
On August 22, 2007, the AICPA recommended certain modifications and clarifications of the guidance under Notice 2007-39, regarding monetary penalties under Circular 230. Learn More>>

 

Sample Letter to Clients Explaining Addition of Circular 230 Disclaimer Language to Written Advice

This document includes a sample letter to notify clients that you have added disclaimer language based on the IRS Circular 230 requirements applicable to "written advice" rendered on or after June 20, 2005. Learn More>>

 

Circular 230—Streaming Video Presentations

The following streaming video presentations on Circular 230 are available for low- and high-speed Internet connections. Learn More>>

 

Circular 230 Update on 'Best Practices' and 'Requirements for Other Written Advice'

October 4, 2005. The AICPA has communicated to the IRS and Treasury the need for clarification of the new Circular 230 rules and continues to monitor the issue area. This document offers guidance in the areas of "best practices" and "requirements for written advice." Learn More>>

 

NYSBA Report on Circular 230

The New York State Bar Association's March 3, 2005, report on Circular 230. Learn More>>

 

Practice Impacts of Circular 230 Amendments
This two-part article analyzes additions and amendments to the Circular 230 regulations adopted in 2004 and 2005. Learn More>>