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(SSTX264/27) Surgent’s Trump Accounts Created by OBBBA: A Comprehensive Guide for Accounting and Finance Professionals

Many clients are asking their advisors about Trump Accounts, one of the most anticipated yet misunderstood provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This program will provide practitioners with the background to be able to advise their clients regarding how Trump Accounts operate. The course will also discuss the comparison between Trump Accounts...

Non Member: $130
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX162/27) Surgent’s Mastering Basis Issues for S Corporations, Partnerships, and LLCs

The most difficult concepts to master when dealing with flow-through business entities are the basis and distribution concepts. Major error and malpractice issues occur if the CPA does not fully understand the impact of these rules. This course is designed to focus on the practical applications of these rules.

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX199/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Crypto Craze

Participants must use their expertise to assist a new client who just received Letter 6173 from the IRS. The client didn't share any crypto-related transactions or events with the tax accountant who filed the original return. It's up to the participants to meet with the client and uncover details of the activities so an accurate,...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX103/27) Surgent’s Form 1065 Boot Camp: Step-by-Step Preparation with Completed Forms

The objective of this course is to train new, rusty, or returning-to-practice staff with a hands-on, pencil-pushing gold standard for preparing Form 1065. Common to advanced issues of partnerships are explored in the current course that can double as a quick and practical reference guide for tax treatment and tax preparation guidelines. Within each chapter,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX195/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Tax Impacts on Exit Planning

This "jeopardy"-style, interactive game introduces tax advisors to the fundamentals of exit planning strategies. After exploring some essential concepts, key principles, and sophisticated techniques regarding the sale of a business, the "contestant" will put their skills to the test in navigating everyday questions that must be addressed by a tax advisor.

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX305/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/29/21)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX151/27) Surgent’s IRS Tax Examinations and Hot Issues

Although the Inflation Reduction Act increased the IRS budget, Congress continues to battle about whether this funding will be continued. The IRS began replenishing its workforce with the additional funding only to have to terminate workers or lay them off due to mandated federal workforce reductions. The IRS trains its audit workforce by examining the...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX215/27) Surgent’s Preparing Individual Tax Returns for New Staff and Paraprofessionals

The objective of this course is to train new staff accountants, data processing employees, paraprofessionals, and bookkeepers to prepare a moderately complex federal individual income tax return (Form 1040). Over the years, thousands of new staff have received practical, hands-on experience to become familiar with tax forms. This course covers the latest tax law changes,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX354/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 9/26/24)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX201/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Equity Compensation

Liam, a public relations executive, needs expert advice regarding equity compensation options he has received. Liam researched key topics but needs the participant's help to validate his findings. Then, participants will review various equity compensation scenarios and advise on the most appropriate tax planning strategies available (e.g., S83(b) election, etc.).

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX147/27) Surgent’s Form 1040 Return Review Boot Camp for New and Experienced Reviewers

Most review techniques developed by professionals are self-taught and fine-tuned via experience. Yet how does one start? The purpose of this course is to give both new and seasoned reviewers additional and advanced procedures via a multitude of checklists to thoroughly review various tax returns. Its emphasis is not planning; rather, it is to develop...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX243/27) Surgent’s S Corporation Core Tax Issues From Formation Through Liquidation

As experienced staff members master the preparation intricacies of an 1120-S tax return, they are expected to understand and apply the underlying concepts, principles and laws governing S corporation status. This course is designed to illustrate in both theory and practice overarching principles that govern S corporations from formation to revocation, termination and liquidation. Experienced,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX224/27) Surgent’s Understanding Partnership Taxation: Types of Basis, Contributions, and Distributions

Calculating partnership basis is one of the most important things that we do as practitioners. However, it is also one of the most confusing. When we use the term "basis," we really could be referring to one of three different things. This course will explore the differences between inside basis, outside basis, and 704(b) basis....

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX390/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 11/6/25)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX185/27) Surgent’s Liquidation of Flow-Through Entities for LLCs and Partnerships

Part of the technical competence of most experienced tax practitioners is the ability to advise owners of S corporations and partnerships or multiple-member LLCs treated as partnerships regarding the tax rules that apply when these entities liquidate. Entity liquidations do not occur every day; but they do occur, and often at very critical times in...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX248/27) Surgent’s Buying and Selling a Business: Tax and Structuring Overview

One of the major transactions CPA clients are faced with is the purchase or disposition of a business. To help tax professionals advise those clients, this course offers a comprehensive analysis of the business and tax aspects of buying and selling a business. It is a practical guide to help practitioners and industry CPAs understand...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX227/27) Surgent’s Section 529 Plans: A Comprehensive Guide

This course provides a thorough examination of qualified tuition programs (Section 529 plans), focusing on their tax treatment, planning applications, and recent legislative changes. Participants will learn how 529 plans operate, what qualifies as education expenses, and how contributions, distributions, and beneficiary changes are treated under federal law. The course explores practical planning strategies, including...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX183/27) Surgent’s Schedules K-2 and K-3: Filing Requirements

Many partnerships and S corporations are now required to complete the voluminous Schedules K-2 and K-3 to report foreign-related tax information. Updated for the 2025 tax year, this course is an essential guide for tax preparers on how to identify which entities need to complete these schedules and how to identify which parts are applicable...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX306/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/22/21)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX339/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 6/6/24)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX244/27) Surgent’s S Corporation Core Tax Issues From Formation Through Liquidation

As experienced staff members master the preparation intricacies of an 1120-S tax return, they are expected to understand and apply the underlying concepts, principles and laws governing S corporation status. This course is designed to illustrate in both theory and practice overarching principles that govern S corporations from formation to revocation, termination and liquidation. Experienced,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX202/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Entity Selection

A client is starting a new business and needs advice on whether to choose an S or C corporation. She is seeking support to determine the most advantageous entity from a tax-efficiency perspective. Participants will first ask relevant questions about the client's plans and then advise her on entity selection based on their expertise.

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX300/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 9/02/21)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX370/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 5/15/25)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX318/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 1/06/22)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX378/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/24/25)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX247/27) Surgent’s Buying and Selling a Business: Tax and Structuring Overview

One of the major transactions CPA clients are faced with is the purchase or disposition of a business. To help tax professionals advise those clients, this course offers a comprehensive analysis of the business and tax aspects of buying and selling a business. It is a practical guide to help practitioners and industry CPAs understand...

Non Member: $270
Credit Hours: 6

(SSTX140/27) Surgent’s Guide to Partner Capital Account Reporting

Accounting and finance professionals are responsible for presenting partner capital accounts on the tax basis. But what does this mean and how have rules changed in recent years regarding partner capital accounts? This webinar covers exactly that. For accounting and finance professionals preparing partnership 1065 forms, this course explains these complex rules in practical and...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX346/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 8/1/24)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX145/27) Surgent’s Food, Beverage, and Entertainment Expensing

The IRS has issued final regulations regarding the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act's (TCJA) elimination of the deduction for expenditures related to entertainment, amusement, or recreational activities and provided guidance to determine whether an activity is considered to be entertainment. The final regulations also address the 50% limitation on the deduction of food and beverage...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX192/27) Surgent’s The Essential Multistate Tax Update

With the largest overhaul of the federal income tax code in 30 years and the repeal of the physical presence nexus standards for sales tax in the Wayfair case, the states are working fast and furious to overhaul their tax laws. As some states scramble to fund their budgets, they continue to look for additional...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA186/27) Surgent’s Construction Contractors: Accounting and Financial Reporting Issues

Accounting and financial reporting for construction contractors may be the most difficult area to comply with the various standards. Construction engagements are, in many instances, more complicated than most lines of business due to the many users of the financial statements. In this course, we will discuss why construction accounting and financial reporting is so...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSOT133/27) Surgent’s Employer’s Handbook: Legal, Tax, and Health Care Issues

The employer-employee relationship strains both sides in uncertain times, and businesses need CPAs, controllers, and other advisors to provide understanding of the complex legal, tax, and health care issues associated with all aspects of employment. This course provides in-depth coverage of this critical area. It will be updated and supplemented throughout the year to cover...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX167/27) Surgent’s How to Settle an Estate – An Overview

This course discusses the legal issues in probating and contesting a will, plus the practical issues involved when settling an estate - marshaling of assets, payment of creditors, and distribution and accounting to beneficiaries. Inventory of estate assets is also discussed.

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX280/27) Surgent’s Tax Research

Answering clients' tax questions accurately and on time is a key challenge for tax practitioners. Through simple, plain language explanations and examples, this course will help practitioners perform tax research more efficiently by describing the structure of the primary sources, highlighting the differences between primary and secondary sources, and detailing the steps in the tax...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX210/27) Surgent’s The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA): A Complete Guide

The breadth and complexity of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) have created significant challenges for practitioners seeking to interpret and apply its provisions. This four-hour course highlights the Act's most impactful updates for both individual and business taxpayers. By completing the course, participants will gain clear, practical guidance on the new requirements as...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX397/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 1/29/26)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX274/27) Surgent’s Tax Loss Limitations Imposed on Individuals and Pass-through Entities

Tax practitioners advising their business clients must be fully informed regarding the multiple loss limitation provisions that apply to individuals conducting businesses and pass-through entities. This program covers the loss limitation rules that tax practitioners must know in order to advise their individual and pass-through entity clients fully and adequately as to when and if...

Non Member: $135
Credit Hours: 3

(SSTX382/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 8/21/25)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX333/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 7/21/22)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX260/27) Surgent’s Advanced Individual Income Tax Return Issues

Most accounting and financial professionals have been preparing individual income tax returns for years, and while many of the returns are easy, there are always a number of issues that come up in busy season of which experienced practitioners wish they had more knowledge. This course is designed to explore the tough tax issues for...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX160/27) Surgent’s Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues

Employment taxes are often overlooked as an area where more planning may be effective. Payroll taxes have become an increasing burden for the average business and IRS penalties for noncompliance have risen dramatically in recent years. As a result, they have also been subject to employer incentives. The Service has announced that uncovering noncompliance by...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX367/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 1/23/25)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX384/27) Surgent’s Weekly Expert Hour (Original Air Date: 9/4/25)

As financial and tax professionals well know, information overload is a constant struggle we face because things change quickly, and the sheer number of changes being made on a daily basis is enormous. Of great importance to small and medium tax and advisory firms is differentiating between changes that are relevant to our practice and...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1