PCPS resources highlight CPAs as premier tax professionals.

• Position: PCPS UPDATE - Preparer tax identification number - Certified public accountants - Brief article

Do your clients understand what sets you apart from tax return preparers who aren't CPAs? They may have more questions about that distinction this year. That's because in September, the IRS issued final regulations regarding tax return preparers who sign returns for the upcoming tax season. All paid tax return preparers who sign a federal tax return and those who prepare all or substantially all of a return but do not sign the return, including CPAs, must register with the IRS and obtain a preparer tax identification number (PTIN).

Registration of non-CPA preparers could cause some confusion among clients about what differentiates CPAs from others. To help practitioners explain the important attributes that distinguish CPAs, the AICPA, sponsored by PCPS, is offering members exclusive access to two valuable resources that establish CPAs as the premier tax professionals:

* A talking points document that practitioners can refer to in meetings with clients.

* A video featuring AICPA President and CEO Barry...