

Michael is the owner of MIRANDA CPA & Consulting LLC located inSioux Falls, South Dakota. He has over 48 years of professionalexperience including tax consulting, estate planning and employeebenefits. His consulting practice includes niche areas and clientrepresentation before governmental agencies. He maintains an activespeaking schedule on tax law, estate and employee benefit planning. Heis a member of the Board of Directors for National Advisor TrustCompanies of Kansas and South Dakota. His professional designationsinclude CPA, QKA and NQPA (Employee Benefits) and AEP (EstatePlanning). His professional affiliations include the AICPA, SDCPASociety, ASPPA, NAEA, NATP and NAEPC.Prior to May 2017 Michael was a senior manager-shareholder with aregional CPA firm located in Northwestern Iowa for 27 years. Prior tothis experience, he was a Tax Specialist with a Big 8 accounting firm intheir South Bend and Minneapolis offices, providing tax and estateplanning for individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Michaelresides in Sioux Falls, SD with his wife Jeanette.
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In this comprehensive series, we will delve into the intricacies of IRS Representation procedures, providing actionable insights and strategies to help you confidently represent your clients. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, this series will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to handle IRS collection cases, exams and appeals with proficiency and professionalism.
20 IRS/NASBA CPE credits
Tax Practice Pro’s 2024 Trusts & Estates Webinar Series offers on-demand, IRS/NASBA CE-approved training for tax professionals, covering estate and trust taxation, gift and portability planning, special needs strategies, Form 1041 and 706 line-by-line guidance, and practical trust case studies to enhance client outcomes.
*NO CE on recording
The program examines the reshaping of IRS staffing, leadership, and operations amid political realignment and federal workforce reductions. It analyzes the impact of the 2025 filing season, assess IRS performance data, and anticipate future challenges in enforcement and service delivery. This program equips practitioners to understand and anticipate changes that affect taxpayer service, compliance activity, and professional representation. It also clarifies the distinct roles of Congress, Treasury, and the IRS in tax policy and administration, helping tax pros navigate the shifting regulatory environment with greater confidence and accuracy. "Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber"
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC CE/2 NASBA CPE*
Learn how to accurately complete IRS Form 706 with a focus on properly reporting the value of a deceased person's assets for DSUE (Deceased Spousal Unused Exclusion) purposes. This course guides you through the essential steps, including how to handle situations where the estate exceeds the annual exclusion amount. Clear examples and practical scenarios will be provided to help you apply the concepts with confidence. "Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber"
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC CE/2 NASBA CPE*
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
1 IRS CE/1 CTEC CE/1 NASBA CPE*
This webinar stands on its own as a solid introduction, but it's also recommended for those planning to attend the upcoming session on Marital Estate Tax Planning Trusts: Credit Shelter, Bypass, QTIP, and more.
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC CE/2 NASBA CPE*
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC CE/2 NASBA CPE*
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
3 IRS CE/3 CTEC CE/3 NASBA CPE*
Don't Miss the Biggest Mid-Year Tax Update of 2025 Tax law never sleeps—and neither can you. As we cross the midpoint of 2025, major developments are already reshaping how you advise and represent your clients. New laws, court rulings, administrative guidance, and a revised Circular 230 are already in play. Join us for a fast-paced, practical breakdown of everything that matters so far in 2025—before you fall behind.
3 Free NY & NJ CLE, CPE and IRS CE/NASBA CPE Credits
Tax Professionals that attend are encouraged to accept a pro bono tax controversy case assignment from NYCLA, an ABA-sponsored Tax Court Pro program or a NY or NJ low-income Tax Clinic.
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC CE/2 NASBA CPE*
Unlock the essentials of tax and estate planning through the lens of fiduciary reporting. This comprehensive webinar will guide you through the design and function of trusts, the different types of trusts and how each impacts IRS Form 1041, and the tax implications that follow.