The IRS Nationwide Tax Forums are held for CPAs and other financial professionals to learn the latest from IRS leadership in the field of tax law, compliance, and ethics. Attendees may select from more than 40 seminars and workshops available and earn up to 18 continuing professional education credits. The following are the forum schedules and the cities where they are held:

Various benefits may be gained by each attendee:

Seminars – Hear the latest on key federal and state tax issues from top IRS executives and leading industry experts. Earn valuable continuing professional education (CPE) and certified financial planner (CFP) credits. Select from more than 40 valuable and relevant tax topics.

Workshop (Advance registration is required) – The Form 990, the return that many charities and other tax-exempt organizations are required to file annually, went through a significant redesign. This two-hour workshop will highlight the major areas that tax-exempt organizations should focus on when completing the Form 990. NOTE: This is a continuous hands-on-workshop, with breaks determined by the instructor. Advance registration is required and space is limited to 150 people per session.

Exhibits – Dozens of exhibitors displaying a wide selection of products and services that support the IRS e-file Program may help enhance your business operations. Exhibit hall hours: 11:15 am to 6:00 pm on Tuesday and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Wednesday.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits – Attendance at IRS Nationwide Tax Forum seminars qualifies for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for enrolled agents, certified public accounts, and California Tax Education Council (CTEC) participants. You will need to understand and comply with your licensing agency’s CPE requirements. Attendance for the full 50 minutes of the presentation is required to receive one CPE credit.

Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Credits – The IRS is registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. The board has the final authority on the acceptance of individual tax forum courses for continuing education credit for certified financial planners.

Case Resolution Program – Bring your toughest unresolved case (one per tax business) to the Case Resolution Room and meet one-on-one with IRS representatives by appointment only to discuss the case (POA required onsite). To expedite scheduling, bring a completed Nationwide Tax Forum Case Data Sheet with you.

Networking Opportunities – Mix and mingle, reconnect with friends and colleagues, share information and best practices, or just relax and enjoy!

IRS Oversight Board – Visit with IRS Oversight Board representatives and offer your comments on various IRS initiatives and programs.

Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) – Visit the EFTPS Registration Booth and see how tax professionals can make their clients’ tax payments easier, while reducing their own paperwork.

Focus Groups – Participants are randomly selected to participate in focus groups and provide candid feedback on key topics. If you’re asked to take part in a focus group session, consider it as an excellent opportunity to let your voice be heard.

More information is available at: http://www.irstaxforumsonline.com/

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