Federal Tax Update-Individual
Exam OnlyAvailable: 12/02/2026
Product Description
What a year 2020 has been. The FTU-individual is here to clear up the tax changes. And, we keep it updated through the day before the class. This manual also includes hyperlinks to the new online free tax library.
• New and revised Forms for 2020: 1040, Sch. 1, Form 8615-E, Form
• In-depth coverage of the biggest retirement plan change year since 1986 with new limits, penalty relief, RMD changes, new income averaging, new 1-year rollover term and planning ideas
• The new charity rules-pre-AGI and 100% AGI limits
• The stimulus credit-the most overlooked credit for 2020, plus the reconciliation requirement
• More court cases on "real estate professionals" and passive losses
• Estate and gifts-the biggest tax planning year in a decade!
• A revisit to Foreign reporting requirements in respect to a 1/2 dozen new court cases
• A dozen new IRS rules, guidance, and breaks
• Basis-the old "don't worry about it" days are over-clear guidance, with forms
• Clear guidance in problem areas on mortgage interest, vacation rentals and virtual currency
• Be prepared for 2020 debt forgiveness with our new discussion, with forms of COD income
And, we keep your material updated through the day before the class!
Prerequisites
1 year tax preparation experience.Field of Study
Taxes-8.00NASBA Categories
TaxesCourse Level
UpdateCourse Objectives
Upon completion of this course you will be able to inform clients of the latest modifications from Congress, as well as other relevant IRS Notices, announcements, rulings, and court cases for individuals. Participants will be able to explain changes affecting expiring federal tax provisions, income & deduction issues, IRAs, retirement distributions & penalties, passive activities, and unusual items such as passive activities. The course will cover the most common 1040 issues and will provide attendees with practical, hands-on tools for the upcoming season.