You Can-Va Do it: An Intro To Canva
This 50 minute course, part of the Things I meant to learn series, will form an introduction to Canva 101. I am not a graphic designer, nor do I play one on TV. But people expect graphics and a nice image can make an email pop. We will go over what Canva is, and several ways you can use it, focusing primarily on social media posting and infographic creation. Canva is not true graphic design, but it can help with drag and drop images, and it can brighten up your website. Want to show your tax process, from the client filling out the engagement? An infographic can do that for you. Don't know what to put on your business Insta or FB page? Use the Canva templates to help make your page pop.
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber"
Ellie Nava-Jones
,
EA
Ellie views her role as an Enrolled Agent much like Ariadne in the labyrinth—an advocate guiding clients through the complexities of the tax world with clarity and consistency. She holds a Master of Library Science and a Master’s in English, and she teaches for various tax organizations while contributing to trade magazines, journals, and tax compendiums. In her spare time, Ellie writes fiction, both short and long form, that has been published. Her professional focus includes individuals, small businesses, and tax representation, helping clients navigate tax challenges with expertise and care.
Recommended Webinars
You Can-Va Do it: An Intro To Canva
NO CE
This 50 minute course, part of the Things I meant to learn series, will form an introduction to Canva 101. I am not a graphic designer, nor do I play one on TV. But people expect graphics and a nice image can make an email pop. We will go over what Canva is, and several ways you can use it, focusing primarily on social media posting and infographic creation. Canva is not true graphic design, but it can help with drag and drop images, and it can brighten up your website. Want to show your tax process, from the client filling out the engagement? An infographic can do that for you. Don't know what to put on your business Insta or FB page? Use the Canva templates to help make your page pop. "Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber"
Clients Don't read, Communicating OBBA changes
NO IRS/CTEC CE Available
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit. NASBA Field of Study: Communications and Marketing NO IRS/CTEC CE Available
Stock Options: ISOs, ESPP, NSOs, RSUs, RSAs, and elections
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC/2 NASBA CPE
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
Stock Options: ISOs, ESPP, NSOs, RSUs, RSAs, and electionsTo Elect or Not to Elect: That is the Entity Classification Question
2 IRS CE/2 NASBA CPE*
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
To Elect or Not to Elect: That is the Entity Classification QuestionIntermediate and Advanced Investments
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC/2 NASBA CPE
As investment strategies become more sophisticated, tax professionals must navigate increasingly complex reporting rules. This webinar explores advanced investment vehicles and their corresponding tax implications, including option contracts (puts and calls), foreign currency trading, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and emerging assets such as Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and other digital assets. It examines the critical distinctions between traders and investors, methods for determining basis in diverse asset classes, and the rules for reporting trades, sales, and associated net investment income tax (NIIT). This webinar equips practitioners to address client questions, ensure compliance, and reduce the risk of IRS scrutiny in an evolving investment landscape. "Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
Intermediate and Advanced InvestmentsI’m Tax-Exempt ... Why Complexity and What’s Form 990?
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC/2 NASBA CPE
Join Michael as he addresses the various concepts and rules surrounding the use of tax-exempt organizations. He will discuss the unique federal income tax rules associated with such organizations, including IRC §501(c)(3. He will also provide a comprehensive review of Form 990 EZ and related schedules. We also highlight the various 990 series filings, employment issues, unrelated business income and how to perfect a charitable contribution from the tax-exempt organization point of view. This program is an opportunity for the participant to expand their understanding of tax-exempt organizations. In closing, Michael will discuss some of the tax planning experiences using tax-exempt organizations. *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
I’m Tax-Exempt ... Why Complexity and What’s Form 990?Small Business Retirement Plans
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC/2 NASBA CPE
This program provides an in-depth overview of retirement plan options available to small business owners, including IRA-based plans (Traditional, Roth, SEP, and SIMPLE), §401(k) plans (Solo, SIMPLE, Safe Harbor, and Traditional), and defined benefit arrangements. It discusses the advantages and limitations of each plan type, funding and contribution rules, catch-up provisions under SECURE 2.0, and the tax benefits to both employers and employees. The program also covers practical steps in establishing, operating, and terminating plans, as well as tax credits (Form 8881) available to qualifying small employers. *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
Small Business Retirement PlansMeet Form 1-A: The IRS Just Changed the Game
1 IRS CE/1 CTEC/1 NASBA CPE
*Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
Meet Form 1-A: The IRS Just Changed the GameFundamentals of PTET
1 IRS CE/1 CTEC/1 NASBA CPE
"Our best deal is always to become a monthly subscriber" *Self-Study recording not available for NASBA CPE credit.
Fundamentals of PTETSocial Security Fairness Act and IRMAA
2 IRS CE/2 CTEC/2 NASBA CPE
Did you know your client's Adjusted Gross Income can affect how much they pay for Medicare premiums? You will certainly get an earful from your client when they find out their Medicare premiums are going up. Is there anything you can do about it? This is called the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA). We will review how IRMAA is computed and what we can do to help our clients manage their IRMAA amount. We will start with a bonus topic of the Social Security Fairness Act which was passed in January, 2025 which may affect some of your clients who can get retroactive Social Security benefits all the way back to 2024.
Social Security Fairness Act and IRMAANEW YORK PRACTITIONER LIAISON MEETING: OBBB, ONLINE ACCOUNTS, AND ONLINE TAX SCAMS
3 Free NY & NJ CLE, 3 IRS CE/3NASBA CPE Credits
Hybrid Event 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.
NEW YORK PRACTITIONER LIAISON MEETING: OBBB, ONLINE ACCOUNTS, AND ONLINE TAX SCAMS
Hmm...nothing here yet.
