the Colorado Society of Enrolled Agents

Identity Protection PIN Social Media Messages (and graphics attached).  Please encourage ALL your staff, clients, their spouses, and dependents to sign up.  I am seeing many dependents’ information being used for fraudulent returns.  Now is a good time, during the summer for parents to make an appointment and go to an IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center (TAC) office to get their dependents signed up:

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An Identity Protection PIN helps block your tax account from identity thieves trying to file fraudulent tax returns using your information. The #IRS recommends requesting one through an Individual Online Account. Here’s how: https://ow.ly/7C7L50ZolPN

DYK the fastest way to get an Identity Protection PIN is by requesting it through your #IRS Online Account? Learn more: https://ow.ly/7C7L50ZolPN

Add an extra layer of protection by signing up for an Identity Protection PIN. It’s a 6-digit number that stops someone else from using your Social Security number to file a tax return. Check out this tax tip to learn more: https://ow.ly/7C7L50ZolPN

Protect yourself from identity theft by signing up for an #IRS Identity Protection PIN. This six-digit number prevents scammers from filing fraudulent tax returns with your information. Learn more at https://ow.ly/7C7L50ZolPN

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IRS recently issued IRS Tax Tip 2026-46, Important Steps for Future Business Owners.   This brief article details steps new entrepreneurs and future business owners should take when starting a business. It provides information about choosing a business structure, choosing a tax year (calendar or fiscal), applying for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) and more. You can also find the Start a Business the Right Way playlist on our YouTube channel. 

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Thinking about starting a business?

One of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right business structure. Whether you’re considering a sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, S corporation or limited liability company (LLC), each option comes with different tax filing requirements and legal considerations.

Start your business the right way with resources from the #IRS: https://ow.ly/5N4l50Z7MAN

Starting a business involves more than a great idea.

New business owners should:
✔ Choose the right business structure
✔ Select a tax year
✔ Apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN)
✔ Understand their tax responsibilities
✔ Check state-specific requirements

Many businesses can also manage their federal tax information online through Business Tax Account.

Learn how to start your business on the right foot with #IRS resources: https://ow.ly/5N4l50Z7MAN

Starting a business requires careful planning, and understanding your tax responsibilities is an important part of building a strong foundation.

Before opening your doors, consider key steps such as selecting the appropriate business structure, choosing a tax year, obtaining an Employer Identification Number (EIN), understanding applicable tax obligations, and reviewing state-specific requirements.

Authorized users of eligible entities can also securely access and manage federal tax information through Business Tax Account, making it easier to stay informed and organized.

The #IRS offers resources to help new entrepreneurs start a business the right way and make informed decisions from day one. https://ow.ly/5N4l50Z7MAN

Mark your calendars!  As representatives of Colorado Tax Practitioner organizations and VIP’s, you are cordially invited to an upcoming Practitioner Liaison Meeting (PLM): 

1999 Broadway, 14th Floor
RiNo Room
Denver, CO 80202
Thursday, November 5, 2026
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time

Get the latest updates for your members about their divisions directly from Joe Garcia, THE Colorado Local Taxpayer Advocate, Mindy Wilgus, the EXCEPTIONAL Special Agent with Criminal Investigation, and Neki Cox, IRS Stakeholder Liaison.  Also, special guest, Derek Ganter, the NATIONWIDE Communications and Liaison Program Director.  Mark your calendars NOW:

There might be additional pending speakers from Exam, Collection and Appeals, depending upon their availability.

If you plan to bring others with you, please let Neki know their names in advance.

The IRS especially would like to know how to serve your members better from this meeting so come with your suggestions!