Below is a fee schedule for services offered by 1 Stop Taxes and its Agents. *Please remember: These fees apply ONLY to customers who opt to pay upfront and NOT file through the bank.

Tax Preparation: $99 (includes state)

Schedule C Form: $75

Schedule A Form: $35

Schedule D Form: $25

Amendment: $75

These fees may not be lowered, but may go up to $50 more. You cannot change fees for bank products.

Please call support or use our live chat if you have any questions. Thank you!

The EITC Checklist has now been updated and renamed to Tax Credit Checklist/Form. This form needs to be signed by ALL taxpayers receiving either EITC or Child/Additional Child Tax Credit. It is now available in the Downloads section of the Member Center.

Please use our Live Chat feature on the right side of the Member Center or call 706-602-0275 for any tax questions/support. Thank you!

You can now pull the 2012 Unemployment Information from the Geargia Department of Labor's website. The link is listed below..

https://www.dol.state.ga.us/WS4-MW5/cics.jsp?TRANSID=BP80&FRMNAME=BP80A

Call with any questions!

List of IRS forms that 1040 filers can begin filing in late February or into March 2013

The following tax forms will be accepted by the IRS in late February or into March after updating forms and completing programming and testing of its processing systems.  A specific date will be announced in the near future.

• Form 3800 General Business Credit
• Form 4136 Credit for Federal Tax Paid on Fuels
• Form 4562 Depreciation and Amortization (Including Information on Listed Property)
• Form 5074 Allocation of Individual Income Tax to Guam or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
• Form 5471 Information Return of U.S. Persons With Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations
• Form 5695 Residential Energy Credits
• Form 5735 American Samoa Economic Development Credit
• Form 5884 Work Opportunity Credit
• Form 6478 Credit for Alcohol Used as Fuel
• Form 6765 Credit for Increasing Research Activities
• Form 8396 Mortgage Interest Credit
• Form 8582 Passive Activity Loss Limitations
• Form 8820 Orphan Drug Credit
• Form 8834 Qualified Plug-in Electric and Electric Vehicle Credit
• Form 8839 Qualified Adoption Expenses
• Form 8844 Empowerment Zone and Renewal Community Employment Credit
• Form 8845 Indian Employment Credit
• Form 8859 District of Columbia First-Time Homebuyer Credit
• Form 8864 Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel Fuels Credit
• Form 8874 New Markets Credits
• Form 8900 Qualified Railroad Track Maintenance Credit
• Form 8903 Domestic Production Activities Deduction
• Form 8908 Energy Efficient Home Credit
• Form 8909 Energy Efficient Appliance Credit
• Form 8910 Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit
• Form 8911 Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit
• Form 8912 Credit to Holders of Tax Credit Bonds
• Form 8923 Mine Rescue Team Training Credit
• Form 8932 Credit for Employer Differential Wage Payments
• Form 8936 Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit

If you are unsure about a form, please call our support center or email us. Thank you!

El software de  Impuestos de 1 Stop  tiene varios nuevos cambios este año. Nuestro objetivo es ayudar a que la transición sea sin problemas con estos cambios. A continuación se muestra una lista de los cambios actuales y lo que tiene que hacer:
1) dependientes ITIN de los clientes anteriores (los que usted "jale del sistema" del año pasado) necesita verificación de residencia, o el software no calculará el crédito tributario por hijos y el crédito tributario adicional por hijos. Con el fin de hacer esto, usted tendrá que ir a la opción 1. Datos Personales  2. Dependientes e hijos calificados. A partir de ahí, debe hacer clic en cada dependiente con un ITIN y seleccione la opción SÍ en el número 15. Para los NUEVOS clientes, el software  hace la pregunta de forma automática, así que no habrá ningún paso adicional. Por favor recuerde que si usted no cambia la respuesta de CADA DEPENDIENTE con un ITIN, el software no calculará los créditos!
2) Si se prepara un cambio de un contribuyente elegible para el crédito EITC, el software le pedirá información adicional sobre el Formulario 8867, Lista de verificación de crédito. Número 4, Residencia de clasificación Child (ren), deben ser contestadas. 1 Stop  tiene una nueva lista de verificación EITC por sus contribuyentes elegibles para el crédito. Los clientes tienen que firmarla. (ahora disponible en la sección de Descargas del Centro de miembros), y con esa forma usted puede seleccionar "no se basó en documentos, pero tomó notas en el file" , y luego ir a Notes Due Diligence Notes  y escriba "declaración jurada  firmada del contribuyente ". Esto lo protegerá como un preparador de Impuestos de cualquier auditoría del IRS. Por favor, recuerde que d los clientes elegibles de EITC deben firmar este formulario y márcalo adecuadamente en el software.
3) Si se prepara impuestos de un contribuyente con self-employment/ formularios de schedule  C que es elegible para el crédito EITC, el software le pedirá información adicional. Número 6,  Documentos de schedule C u otra información deben ser contestadas. La lista de verificación Schedule C (disponible en la sección Descargas del Centro del Usuario) le permite seleccionar "Resumen de los gastos de los contribuyentes", "Resumen de los ingresos del contribuyente" y "Registros de gastos proporcionados por los contribuyentes". Por favor, recuerde que todos los contribuyentes self-employed/1099 deben firmar el Anexo C Lista de verificación y marcarlo  de acuerdo en el software.
4) Cuando entre la información para el Crédito de la Oportunidad Americana, el software no hará una serie de preguntas para verificar que la persona es elegible. Para recibir el crédito, el estudiante debe haber sido un estudiante a tiempo completo durante al menos la mitad de 2012, y debe marcar la casilla de verificación de esta en el software. Si no se selecciona la casilla que pregunta si el estudiante era un estudiante a tiempo completo durante al menos la mitad del año, el software no le permitirá reclamar el Crédito de la Oportunidad Americana.
1 Stop seguirá actualizando a todos segun vengs y se determinen los nuevos cambios de software con el IRS. Por favor, no dude en comunicarse con uno de nuestro personal de apoyo capacitado mediante la selección de chat en vivo en el lado derecho del Centro de miembro, o llame a nuestro centro de apoyo a 706-602-0275. Esperamos Tener una gran temporada de impuestos con todos ustedes!

The 1 Stop Taxes software has several new changes this year. Our goal is to help you transition smoothly with these changes. Below is a list of the current changes and what you need to do:

1) ITIN dependents from prior clients(ones you "pull forward" from last year) need residency verification, or the software will not calculate the Child Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit. In order to do this, you will have to go to option 1 Personal Information then option 2 Dependents and Qualifying Children. From there, you must click on each dependent with an ITIN and select YES on number 15. For NEW clients, the software will ask you the question automatically, so there will be no additional steps. Please remember if you do not change the answer on EACH dependent with an ITIN, the software WILL not calculate the credits!

2) If preparing a return for a taxpayer eligible for EITC credit, the software will ask you for additional information on the Form 8867, EIC Checklist. Number 4, Residency of Qualifying Child(ren), must be answered. 1 Stop Taxes has a new EITC Checklist for your taxpayers eligible for the credit to sign(now available in the Downloads section of the Member Center), and with that form you can select "Did not rely on documents, but made notes in file", then go to Due Diligence Notes and enter "Signed sworn statement from taxpayer". This will protect you as a preparer from any IRS audits. Please remember to have your EITC eligible clients sign this form and mark it accordingly in the software.

3) If preparing a return for a taxpayer with self-employment/schedule C forms, the software will ask you for additional information.  Number 6, Schedule C Documents or Other Information must be answered. The Schedule C checklist(available in the Downloads section of the Member Center) allows you to select "Taxpayer summary of expenses", "Taxpayer summary of income" and "Records of expenses provided by Taxpayer". Please remember to have all self-employed/1099 taxpayers sign the Schedule C Checklist and mark it according in the software.

4) When entering information for the American Opportunity Credit, the software will now ask a series of questions to verify the person is eligible. In order to receive the credit, the student must have been a full-time student for at least half of 2012, and you must check the box verifying this in the software. If you do not select the box asking if the student was a full-time student for at least half the year, the software will not allow you to claim the American Opportunity Credit.

1 Stop Taxes will continue to update everyone as we determine the new IRS and software changes. Please feel free to chat with one of our trained support staff by selecting Live Chat on the right side of the Member Center, or call our support center at 706-602-0275. We look forward to a great tax season with you all!

IR-2013-2, Jan. 8, 2013

WASHINGTON - Following the January tax law changes made by Congress under the American Taxpayer Relief Act (ATRA), the Internal Revenue Service announced today it plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.

The IRS will begin accepting tax returns on that date after updating forms and completing programming and testing of its processing systems. This will reflect the bulk of the late tax law changes enacted Jan. 2. The announcement means that the vast majority of tax filers -- more than 120 million households -- should be able to start filing tax returns starting Jan 30.

The IRS estimates that remaining households will be able to start filing in late February or into March because of the need for more extensive form and processing systems changes. This group includes people claiming residential energy credits, depreciation of property or general business credits. Most of those in this group file more complex tax returns and typically file closer to the April 15 deadline or obtain an extension.

"We have worked hard to open tax season as soon as possible, " IRS Acting Commissioner Steven T. Miller said. "This date ensures we have the time we need to update and test our processing systems."

The IRS will not process paper tax returns before the anticipated Jan. 30 opening date. There is no advantage to filing on paper before the opening date, and taxpayers will receive their tax refunds much faster by using e-file with direct deposit.

"The best option for taxpayers is to file electronically, " Miller said.

The opening of the filing season follows passage by Congress of an extensive set of tax changes in ATRA on Jan. 1, 2013, with many affecting tax returns for 2012. While the IRS worked to anticipate the late tax law changes as much as possible, the final law required that the IRS update forms and instructions as well as make critical processing system adjustments before it can begin accepting tax returns.

The IRS originally planned to open electronic filing this year on Jan. 22; more than 80 percent of taxpayers filed electronically last year.

Who Can File Starting Jan. 30?

The IRS anticipates that the vast majority of all taxpayers can file starting Jan. 30, regardless of whether they file electronically or on paper. The IRS will be able to accept tax returns affected by the late Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) patch as well as the three major "extender" provisions for people claiming the state and local sales tax deduction, higher education tuition and fees deduction and educator expenses deduction.

Who Can't File Until Later?

There are several forms affected by the late legislation that require more extensive programming and testing of IRS systems. The IRS hopes to begin accepting tax returns including these tax forms between late February and into March; a specific date will be announced in the near future.

The key forms that require more extensive programming changes include Form 5695 (Residential Energy Credits), Form 4562 (Depreciation and Amortization) and Form 3800 (General Business Credit). A full listing of the forms that won't be accepted until later is available on IRS.gov.

As part of this effort, the IRS will be working closely with the tax software industry and tax professional community to minimize delays and ensure as smooth a tax season as possible under the circumstances.

1 Stop Taxes support members are available Monday through Saturday 9-8 on our Live Chat, accessible from the Member Center on the right hand side.  You can also call the support line at 706-602-0275 for all tax questions.

PTIN renewals have already begun.  Remember: All agents must have taken the CE credits course. You can obtain your PTIN CE Credits by going to www.ptinprep.com and signing up. The cost is $75 for all 3 courses.

Before you begin your PTIN renewal application, be sure you have the following available:

• Personal information (name, mailing address, date of birth)
• Business information (name, mailing address, telephone number)
• Explanations for felony convictions (if any) ¹
• Explanations for problems with your U.S. individual or business tax obligations (if any) ¹
• Credit or debit card for the $63.00 PTIN user fee
• If applicable, your supervisor's PTIN (view the Notice 2011-6 fact sheetfor more information)
• If applicable, any U.S.-based professional certification information (CPA, attorney, enrolled agent, enrolled retirement plan agent, enrolled actuary, certified acceptance agent, or state license) including certification number, jurisdiction of issuance, and expiration date

After you renew your PTIN, you will receive information about next steps including testing, fingerprinting, and continuing education requirements (if applicable).

Note: All PTIN correspondence is delivered through secure online messaging in your PTIN account. Use the most up-to-date email address when obtaining your PTIN to ensure that you receive our messages.

If you need additional help with renewing/applying for your PTIN, feel free to call us at 770-877-5565.

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2012 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.

Beginning on Jan. 1, 2012, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups or panel trucks) will be:

• 55.5 cents per mile for business miles driven
• 23 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes
• 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations

The rate for business miles driven is unchanged from the mid-year adjustment that became effective on July 1, 2011. The medical and moving rate has been reduced by 0.5 cents per mile.

The standard mileage rate for business is based on an annual study of the fixed and variable costs of operating an automobile. The rate for medical and moving purposes is based on the variable costs as determined by the same study. Independent contractor Runzheimer International conducted the study.

Taxpayers always have the option of calculating the actual costs of using their vehicle rather than using the standard mileage rates.

A taxpayer may not use the business standard mileage rate for a vehicle after using any depreciation method under the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) or after claiming a Section 179 deduction for that vehicle. In addition, the business standard mileage rate cannot be used for more than four vehicles used simultaneously.

These and other requirements for a taxpayer to use a standard mileage rate to calculate the amount of a deductible business, moving, medical or charitable expense are in Rev. Proc. 2010-51. 

Notice 2012-01 contains the standard mileage rates, the amount a taxpayer must use in calculating reductions to basis for depreciation taken under the business standard mileage rate, and the maximum standard automobile cost that a taxpayer may use in computing the allowance under a fixed and variable rate plan.

Related Item: IR-2011-104, In 2012, Many Tax Benefits Increase Due to Inflation Adjustments