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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic Mid-Year Update with Kathryn Keane June 17th in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:46:26 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Its not to late to register!  We still have seats available for Wednesday&#8217;s Mid-Year Update.  I hope to see you there!<br />
<a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/2026-june-dinner-meeting/" rel="nofollow ugc">Register here</a></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere started the topic Mid-Year Update with Kathryn Keane June 17th in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/mid-year-update-with-kathryn-keane-june-17th/</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:04:19 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t forget to sign up for next week&#8217;s meeting with Kathryn Keane.  She always has great information for us!  And be sure to thank her for including NYCTATP when she shared info on the NYC 1127 situation.<br />
<a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/2026-june-dinner-meeting/" rel="nofollow ugc">Information and Registration here</a></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic NYC 1127 information from Kathryn Keane in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:48:22 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I emailed Kathryn:<br />
&#8220;Thank you very much for including me on your email explaining the NYC 1127 mess.  I posted the message on our member forum.  One member asked for your advice on a return with the 1127 she has on extension.  Should she file as she normally does and advise the client they will probably receive a bill that will need to be paid or&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3060"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nyc-1127-information-from-kathryn-keane/#post-23335" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic 🚨 SCAM ALERT! in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:54:44 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>CT Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas Warns Businesses of Spoofing Email Scam</p>
<p>(Hartford, Connecticut) — Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas is warning all Connecticut businesses to avoid a malicious email circulating that claims to be from the Connecticut Business Registry.</p>
<p>The email contains a malicious Team OpenSign link that p&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3059"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/%f0%9f%9a%a8-scam-alert/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic NYC 1127 information from Kathryn Keane in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:04:00 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Suzanne!<br />
Will your software even allow you to fill out the NYC 1127 and not claim the NYC credits?  I would file as usual and let the client know the return will probably be adjusted.  NY NATP is advising those affected contact their union leadership and elected officials, perhaps the issue will be resolved. The NY NATP chapter news will come&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3058"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nyc-1127-information-from-kathryn-keane/#post-23269" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere started the topic NYC 1127 information from Kathryn Keane in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:41:57 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Apparently, NYC Department of Finance has decided that rules can be changed after it prints forms and instructions without issuing any notice during the filing season.</p>
<p>Clients have contacted my office, not because they got the letters, but because their friends did. Several members have reached yesterday for guidance.  A committee member was on&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3053"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nyc-1127-information-from-kathryn-keane/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic BANK DIRECTOR FEES &#038; MED INS DEDUCTION QUERY in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/bank-director-fees-med-ins-deduction-query/#post-23243</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:36:40 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As long as the individual is not eligible to be covered by an employer subsidized health insurance plan, they may claim the self-employed health insurance deduction.  Include the premiums for health insurance (including Medicare), dental, vision, and long term care insurance.</p>
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				<title>Lynn Persson started the topic BANK DIRECTOR FEES &#038; MED INS DEDUCTION QUERY in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/bank-director-fees-med-ins-deduction-query/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 16:40:20 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wondering if there might be someone who is familiar with the treatment of the fees that an<br />
individual gets from a bank when acting on the Board of Directors.  I am reading that it is treated as Self Employment income subject to social security.  My question is can it then be eligible for the Medical Insurance Deduction under proprietor&#8217;s health&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3049"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/bank-director-fees-med-ins-deduction-query/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Robert Williams replied to the topic Software Suggestion Needed in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:00:20 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you looked at going to Pro Connect from Proseries?</p>
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				<title>Frederick Banty started the topic Software Suggestion Needed in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:31:16 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&#8217;m basically retired but still do a few family member returns using Intuit&#8217;s Proseries. I would like suggestions on receiving client data securely and transmitting returns securely. What would be the best software option for low volume but high level security.<br />
Fred Banty</p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic May 20th Dinner meeting -Jean Riordan, CFP in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/may-20th-dinner-meeting-jean-riordan-cfp/#post-23191</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:30:17 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Only one week until our first Post Tax Season Meeting!  See everyone soon.  If you haven&#8217;t registered yet, get your ticket now.<br />
<a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/2026-may-dinner-meeting/" rel="nofollow ugc">Register now</a></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic IRS Practitioner Liaison Meeting on Microsoft Teams in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/practitioner-liaison-meeting/</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:19:16 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Protect Your Clients. Protect Your Practice</strong><br />
Essential Security Tips for Tax Professionals<br />
Join us: CT &amp; RI<br />
<strong>May 20, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM</strong><br />
&#x1f510; Data Breaches &amp; Identity Theft<br />
• Act fast if a breach is suspected<br />
• Watch for duplicate filings or rejected returns<br />
• Use IRS IDT tools (Form 14039)<br />
• Protect PTIN, EFIN, and client records<br />
&#x1f4bb; Secure On&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3044"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/practitioner-liaison-meeting/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere started the topic May 20th Dinner meeting -Jean Riordan, CFP in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/may-20th-dinner-meeting-jean-riordan-cfp/</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:06:24 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Happy May!  I am looking forward to visiting with everyone on the 20th.  Come have a free drink and exchange war stories!<br />
Jean Riordan, CFP and I have been discussing how tax professionals and financial planners can work together to better serve our clients.<br />
I am working on real tax return examples on how to report all those back door Roth&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3043"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/may-20th-dinner-meeting-jean-riordan-cfp/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Lynn Persson started the topic Overtime questions... Must it be time and a half to qualify?? in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/overtime-questions-must-it-be-time-and-a-half-to-qualify/</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:41:09 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does the standard of time and a half or double time apply to all overtime?  Have a client, vet tech, who at times is required to sleep overnight at the clinic.  They do not pay time and a half, they pay about 10% over base pay for weeknights and about 12% over her base pay for a weekend overnight.<br />
Is this type of arrangement qualifying?  Any&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3038"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/overtime-questions-must-it-be-time-and-a-half-to-qualify/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic The Tax Book Message Board in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/the-tax-book-message-board/</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:42:31 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you were using TTB Message Board this season but gave up on it when it became excruciatingly slow and even refused to accept posts, it&#8217;s almost back to its old self again. Finally.</p>
<p>It loads about as fast as ever. It&#8217;s still a bit slow to accept posts, but it gets there. And, activity is picking up again.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic Senior Discount in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/senior-discount/?view=all#post-23085</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:43:19 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I haven&#8217;t had anyone with a 01-01-1961 birthdate, but I&#8217;d contact your software&#8217;s tech support.</p>
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				<title>Robert Williams replied to the topic New Client Business Possibilities in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/new-client-business-possibilities/#post-23077</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:55:33 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> A THANK YOU TO THOSE THAT RESPONDED !!!</p>
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				<title>Robert Williams started the topic New Client Business Possibilities in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:03:12 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have two family members that have been advised that their New Milford tax preparer has closed her business.  One member lives in Ridgefield and another in Danbury.</p>
<p>The only taxes that I will be preparing for 2025 are my own!</p>
<p>Please advise your interest.  If desired, do so via an email to me, <a href="mailto:taxrew@gmail.com" rel="nofollow ugc">taxrew@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p>Thanks,<br />
Bob</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23070</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:40:15 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I really like Renee&#8217;s method that eliminates all the noise, questions, arguments, ambiguity, confusion, etc.</p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23068</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:11:45 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are not treating it as an itemized deduction recovery.  The check had nothing to do with the actual amount of sales or income tax paid.  We are including it as a taxable state refund on all clients.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23066</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:33:58 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From one of our IRS Liaisons:</p>
<p>Yes, all income is taxable unless specifically exempted by law. I have not seen anything to the contrary regarding this pay-out [NYS Inflation Refund checks].</p>
<p>I researched on Google, and this is the response, the payment was considered a refund of NYS taxes:</p>
<p>Yes, NYS Inflation Refund checks are considered taxable&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3014"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23066" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23065</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:50:22 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sorry, Bob!  To receive a NYS Inflation refund the taxpayer had to file a 2023 IT-201.</p>
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				<title>Robert Williams replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:20:28 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does the refund apply to non residents who file IT-203?  Do they qualify?</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23062</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:36:09 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There has been a lot of discussion over the taxation of the NYS Inflation Refunds checks.  They were represented as a refund of sales tax, but were not specifically calculated on sales tax paid. There are good arguments for taxable and for not taxable. Our office is treating them as a taxable state refund.  They are taxed on the federal return,&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-3010"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23062" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Anthony DiCaprio replied to the topic NYS Inflation Refund Checks in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/nys-inflation-refund-checks/#post-23061</link>
				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:06:32 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>we inquired and the payments are not considered taxable as it is not a refund of income tax.</p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic Claiming Head of Household in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/claiming-head-of-household/#post-23058</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:41:32 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I agree with Nancy, but luckily, it is not our job to determine is someone is &#8220;Permanently and totally disabled&#8221;.  If they are classified as permanently and totally disabled, there is no gross income test, just the support test.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic AJ Reynolds - Seven Page Overview on FLSA in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/aj-reynolds-seven-page-overview-on-flsa/#post-23031</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:25:28 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&#8217;ve been notified that the above 5 files went out to Annual Seminar attendees this afternoon via a Constant Contact email (just like your original course materials) from NY/CT Association of Tax Professionals.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic AJ Reynolds - Seven Page Overview on FLSA in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/aj-reynolds-seven-page-overview-on-flsa/#post-23017</link>
				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:30:53 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The NYCTATP received 5 files from AJ Reynolds from the 2025 Annual Seminar. They&#8217;re in the hands of the Seminar committee members who send out communications. If you attended, you&#8217;ll receive:</p>
<p>Section 7 outline of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938<br />
FairLaborStandAct Section 7.pdf<br />
Overtime FLSA overview Blue J.pdf<br />
Partnership  Reconstruct Basis&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2999"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/aj-reynolds-seven-page-overview-on-flsa/#post-23017" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere started the topic Last Chance Tax Update with Kathryn Keane January 14th 5pm to 8:30pm in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/last-chance-tax-update-with-kathryn-keane-january-14th-5pm-to-830pm/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:46:34 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t miss our Last Chance Tax Update!  There is one week left to register for the LOW, LOW, LOW price of $60 for dinner and 3.0 CE hours! And don&#8217;t be late, we are starting early to get in the extra CE.<br />
<a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/2026-january-meeting-3-0-ces/#tribe-tickets__tickets-form" rel="nofollow ugc">Get your ticket now</a></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic IRA RMD in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:21:59 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>TaxBert&#8217;s Answer (summary of TTB cites)<br />
Inherited IRA Overview</p>
<p>An inherited IRA is subject to specific distribution rules that depend on the beneficiary&#8217;s classification and when the IRA was inherited[1].</p>
<p>Beneficiary Classifications:<br />
For IRAs inherited after December 31, 2019, beneficiaries fall into three categories[2]:</p>
<p>1. Eligible Designated&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2993"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/ira-rmd/#post-22924" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic IRA RMD in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 22:50:52 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://www.irs.gov/publications/p590b#en_US_2024_publink100090419" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.irs.gov/publications/p590b#en_US_2024_publink100090419</a> is your starting place.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic ProSystem fx &#038;/or Axcess Planning in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:30:32 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>$2,009 so 50% off is $1,004.50. The email offer came from Mike Dance, but I do get different reps for different things sometimes, inside reps mostly for renewal and such. I&#8217;ve been shedding clients to slide toward retiring, so not sure I&#8217;d use it for enough planning clients to save me $1,000 worth of my time. The brief video demo looks like a&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2989"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/prosystem-fx-or-axcess-planning/#post-22915" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Robert Weinstein replied to the topic ProSystem fx &#038;/or Axcess Planning in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 18:50:33 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I use pro fx.  I have requested pricing from them. I know they are running a 50% special. Have they given you pricing? Who is your sales rep?  Mine is Nick Shorr.</p>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 18:32:34 -0500</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do any of you ProSystem fx &amp;/or Axcess users have the CCH Planning module to help you help your clients plan for OB3 and other changes? How do you like it? Pros &amp; cons, please.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic Annual Tax Update Seminar has One Big Beautiful Bill Act in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/annual-tax-update-seminar-includes-obbba/#post-22797</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:11:51 -0500</pubDate>

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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:24:33 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sign up NOW for our 2-day Annual Tax Update Seminar on <strong>Thursday 12/4 &amp; Friday 12/5</strong> at the Ethan Allen Hotel, Danbury, CT.</p>
<p>One Big Beautiful Bill Act<br />
&amp; other FEDERAL Tax Topics with A.J. Reynolds, EA<br />
+ CT Tax Update with John Biello, CT Dept of Rev. Srvc.<br />
+ NY Tax Update with Sara Carlson, NYS Dept. of Tax</p>
<p>Early Bird pricing before&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2982"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/annual-tax-update-seminar-includes-obbba/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic You Still Can Register NOW for the October Seminar on Friday 10/24 in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/you-still-can-register-for-the-october-seminar/</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:04:27 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yes, you CAN still buy tickets for the October Seminar that includes 2 CEs of ETHICS with David &amp; Mary Mellem, EAs.</p>
<p>Friday 24 October 8:00 am &#8211; 4:40 pm</p>
<p>Hurry!</p>
<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="VVaY5LY2l0"><p><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/2025-october-seminar-8-0-ces/" rel="nofollow ugc">2025 October Seminar &#8211; 8.0 CE&#8217;s</a></p></blockquote>
<p><iframe loading="lazy" class="wp-embedded-content" sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" style="position: absolute; visibility: hidden;" title="&#8220;2025 October Seminar &#8211; 8.0 CE&#8217;s&#8221; &#8212; New York/Connecticut Association of Tax Professionals" src="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/2025-october-seminar-8-0-ces/embed/#?secret=YyJ9VF5S6l#?secret=VVaY5LY2l0" data-secret="VVaY5LY2l0" width="600" height="338" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p>
<p>Questions: Contact Nancy Sporbert <a href="mailto:nstsllc@outlook.com" rel="nofollow ugc">nstsllc@outlook.com</a> </p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic Emerging EFIN Scam in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/emerging-efin-scam/</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 20:05:07 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From our Stakeholder Liaison&#8230;</p>
<p>Good afternoon, partners:</p>
<p>#IRS alert: Cyber thieves are impersonating the #IRS through bogus emails so they can steal #TaxPros’ credentials and potentially file fraudulent tax returns for refunds. Report these schemes: <a href="http://www.irs.gov/phishing" rel="nofollow ugc">http://www.irs.gov/phishing</a></p>
<p>Thank you,<br />
Jacqueline (Jacquie) Kelly-Myers</p>
<p>IRS – Communication &amp; Lia&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2977"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/emerging-efin-scam/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Robert Williams replied to the topic Coffee &#038; Chat on Wednesday 10/1 at 8:30 am in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/coffee-chat-on-wednesday-10-1-at-830-am-2/#post-22404</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:58:07 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Chat reinforced the idea that there is a significant need for us to get into the details of enrolling into a plan or our Current Medicare Plan vs New Options. Mark is a resource for NYCTATP Members and our clients </p>
<p>The enrollment plan begins this October 15th.</p>
<p>Thanks to Laura and Rita!!</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic Coffee &#038; Chat on Wednesday 10/1 at 8:30 am in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/coffee-chat-on-wednesday-10-1-at-830-am-2/</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:37:27 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>THe One Big Beautiful Bill Act could reshape Medicaid and Affordable Care Act coverage. Listen to Mark Brownstein from Emerald Medicare, and ask your questions.</p>
<p>Zoom meeting:<br />
<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88214340752?pwd=0IZwwoEdLoV59aG7ZaJp1eFR0ZxTWr.1" rel="nofollow ugc">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88214340752?pwd=0IZwwoEdLoV59aG7ZaJp1eFR0ZxTWr.1</a></p>
<p><a href="mailto:laura@hartmanngrouptax.com" rel="nofollow ugc">laura@hartmanngrouptax.com</a></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic Do You Know a Clergy Tax Specialist? in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/do-you-know-a-clergy-tax-specialist/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:33:51 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Is your niche Clergy Taxes? If so, I may have a recommendation for you. And/or I may have some payroll questions for you.</p>
<p>I&#8217;m an assistant treasurer in my Episcopal parish. Our part-time priest is adding another part-time job at a nearby parish and is concerned about them getting her payroll correct. (Years ago our Diocese pushed us all to go to&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2971"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/do-you-know-a-clergy-tax-specialist/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis replied to the topic September Super Session - Register TODAY in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/september-super-session-register-today/#post-22307</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:35:19 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Register TODAY to get the &#8220;Timely&#8221; price with no late fee for our last dinner meeting until January 2026. </p>
<p>Our speaker, Jason Daughtry, EA, is an NTPI Fellow and specializes in IRS and state representation and mentoring tax professionals.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic Survey re Government-run Tax Filing Service in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/survey-re-government-run-tax-filing-service/</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:12:20 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Good afternoon,</p>
<p>The #IRS is looking for your feedback on free government and private-sector tax filing services. Your input is anonymous and can help shape future recommendations made to Congress. Find the survey here: <a href="https://ow.ly/X4GC50WKirp" rel="nofollow ugc">https://ow.ly/X4GC50WKirp</a></p>
<p>Thank you,<br />
Jacqueline (Jacquie) Kelly-Myers</p>
<p>IRS – Communication &amp; Liaison<br />
Stakeholder L&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2961"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/survey-re-government-run-tax-filing-service/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Anthony DiCaprio replied to the topic How deeply do we need to vet people before releasing information to them? in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/how-deeply-do-we-need-to-vet-people-before-releasing-information-to-them/#post-22237</link>
				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:38:20 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Amy, I tell my customers i only keep 3 years worth of taxes and I purge anything before that for security purposes. i explain it is for their security and safety. . hope this helps.</p>
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				<title>Anthony DiCaprio replied to the topic Repaying SS benefits in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/repaying-ss-benefits/#post-22070</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:30:15 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>YOU HAVE TO WAIT FOR THE SSA-1099 FOR 2025 AND ENTER ON SS LINE.</p>
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				<title>Rita Lewis started the topic IRS Delay in Processing Electronic Payments in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/irs-delay-in-processing-electronic-payments/</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:45:32 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>IRS statement on delay in processing some electronic payments</strong><br />
June 12, 2025</p>
<p>The IRS is aware that there is a delay in processing some electronic payments, and that some taxpayers are receiving IRS notices indicating a balance due even though payments were made timely.</p>
<p><strong>Who is affected:</strong> Taxpayers who paid tax reported due on their tax return&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2939"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/irs-delay-in-processing-electronic-payments/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic Questions for Kathryn? - June 18 dinner meeting in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/questions-for-kathryn-june-18-dinner-meeting/#post-22031</link>
				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 21:30:36 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Buy your tickets tonight!  Only 6 1/2 hours left to save $20.  See everyone Wednesday!</p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere started the topic Questions for Kathryn? - June 18 dinner meeting in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 17:01:09 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t forget to sign up for our Mid-Year Tax Update with Kathryn Keane!  Did you run into anything this tax season that you would like to ask Kathryn about?  Let me know and I will pass questions on to her before the meeting.<br />
<a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/event/june-dinner-meeting-2-0-ces/" rel="nofollow ugc">Get your ticket here</a></p>
<p>You may contact me at <a href="mailto:Renee@HVTaxExperts.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Renee@HVTaxExperts.com</a><br />
I am looking forward to seeing everyone on the 18th!<br />
Renee</p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere started the topic Some clarification on Social Security discussion last night in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/some-clarification-on-social-security-discussion-last-night/</link>
				<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 18:47:05 -0400</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I received this message from Jean Riordan</p>
<p>Hi Renee,</p>
<p>Thank you for such an educational, yet warm &amp; friendly night. My brother’s comment was that he misses these types of events. I guess with zoom so prevalent, we do not often made time for this style of meeting.</p>
<p>Here are some quick clarifications…just because it bugged me all night!</p>
<p>“Y&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-2932"><a href="https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/some-clarification-on-social-security-discussion-last-night/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Renee Laferriere replied to the topic May 21st Dinner meeting in the forum Tax Discussion</title>
				<link>https://www.nyctatp.org/forums/topic/may-21st-dinner-meeting/#post-21893</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 14:06:53 -0400</pubDate>

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