Provider # 4522U The 2012 Tax Short Course Series for Tax Practitioners and Other Professionals Featuring: The 63rd Annual Intermediate and Advanced Income Tax Schools Comprehensive two-day seminars highlighting filing for 2012 Various convenient dates and locations across the state Save $50 when you pay on or before November 16! See inside for details. Includes 2 hours of Ethics! 16 hours total The intermediate and advanced schools meet the broad Registered Tax Return Preparer 15 hour CPE requirement in force for 2012 and beyond by the IRS, and the annual two-hour CPE ethics requirement of the NC State Board of CPA Examiners. Agricultural Taxation Issues Workshops Focusing on important tax issues of agriculture Various convenient dates and locations across the state NEW! Partnership/LLC Tax Workshop A dedicated tax school for partnerships and LLCs taxed as partnerships September 17-18, 2012 | McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC NEW! Registered Tax Return Preparer Exam Prep Course Take this workshop to prepare yourself for the new RTRP Exam requirement. September 20, 2012 | McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC Fiduciary Income Taxation Workshop Back by Popular Demand! Learn the differences between individual and fiduciary taxation and how to prepare a basic Form 1041 October 31, 2012 | McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC Utilizing Tax Laws to Your Advantage Back by Popular Demand! Investment and tax planning ideas for CPAs, investors, tax planners, and owners of closely-held businesses November 13-14, 2012 | McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC Conducted by: North Carolina State University Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the Office of Professional Development In cooperation with: US Internal Revenue Service, NC Department of Revenue, and the NC Society of Accountants The NC State University Office of Professional Development is registered with the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners as a sponsor of continuing professional education. Each of the Intermediate and Advanced Tax Schools Includes 2 Hours of Ethics! Important Messages for Intermediate and Advanced Tax School Participants Due to overwhelming demand in some locations, you are strongly encouraged to register in advance. Because of space limitations, walk-ins cannot be accepted if the location you have chosen has been sold out. Please call to inquire about space availability if you have not pre-registered. You must attend both days in the same location—you cannot attend Day 1 in one location and Day 2 in another location. The Intermediate and Advanced Income Tax Schools have been accepted by the CFP Board for continuing education credit. Ethics IRS Program #4552-U-E-00002-12-1 Two hours of ethics are included with the Intermediate and Advanced Income Tax Schools and qualify for the annual two-hour CPE ethic requirement of the NC State Board of CPA Examiners and the IRS. You must remain in the class you registered for during both days of the program, per IRS requirements. Both the Intermediate and Advanced Income Tax Schools meet the new IRS Register Tax Return Preparer 15 hour minimum CPE requirements in force for 2012 and beyond. The Intermediate Income Tax Schools Concentrating on Individual and Compliance Tax Issues And other selected topics of current interest IRS Program #4552-T-00004-12-1 Check-in: 8:00 am • Program: 8:30 am – 4:45 pm Recommended 16 hours of CPE credit Fee: $229 if paid on or before November 16 $279 if paid after November 16 This popular and well-attended session was a big hit in 2011! The Intermediate Income Tax School will concentrate on individual and compliance tax issues. The session will be especially helpful if you are a practitioner with as little as two years of experience. You’ll benefit from an effective combination of lecture, example problems, discussion, and questions. The two-day format of this course will give you ample opportunity to explore topics. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this course. See the 2012 Tax School registration form for dates and locations. The Advanced Income Tax Schools Emphasizing Business Taxation And other selected topics of current interest IRS Program #4552U-T-00008-12-1 Check-in: 8:00 am • Program: 8:30 am – 4:45 pm Recommended 16 hours of CPE credit Fee: $229 if paid on or before November 16 $279 if paid after November 16 If you are a practitioner with several years of experience, this school will help you to ­­develop and refine your tax preparation skills further—­­­especially those needed for the effective and accurate completion of business and individual returns. You’ll benefit from an effective combination of lecture, example problems, discussion, and questions. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this course. See the 2012 Tax School registration form for dates and locations. You will receive: • 2 hours ethics • 3 hours federal tax update • 10 hours tax law • 1 hour state law “Always a great update. The course prepares you for the upcoming tax season.” —Lori A. Beck-Clement, President and Accountant, Triad Office Solutions, Lexington, NC Attend the Two-Day Income Tax Schools and You’ll Receive versity ment NC State Uni essional Develop Office of Prof7401 Campus Box 27695-7401 Raleigh, NC • • • • National Income Tax Workbook 2012 Federal Tax Handbook A Certificate of Completion 2012 Tax Tips • A CD version of the National Income Tax Workbook (free!) • A high quality tote bag large enough to carry all of the valuable materials you’ll receive Enroll Today! Register on-line at ContinuingEducation.ncsu.edu How You’ll Benefit from the NC State Income Tax Schools You’ll leave with a comprehensive knowledge of important tax topics such as: • Business issues • IRS issues • New legislation • Rulings and cases • Agricultural issues • Fiduciary Tax Issues • Individual taxpayer issues • Retirement • Business entities • Tax Practice • Loss Limitations • Ethics • Gifts and inheritances: estate and gift taxes • Tax rate and useful tables About Your Instructional Teams Intermediate_______________________________________________________________________________ Ernest R. Carraway, Jr., CPA—Partner in the law firm of Layton & Carraway, PA in Raleigh, NC. He is currently an instructor at North Carolina State University in the College of Management where he teaches accounting, tax, and business law courses. Curtis Lee—Accountant in Raleigh, NC with 30 years of experience, specializing in small businesses and individuals. He is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation, and is a member of both the NC Society of Accountants and the National Society of Accountants. Michelle Sosnowski, CPA—Accountant with 22 years of experience in both national and local CPA firms located in Michigan, Texas, Ohio and North Carolina, She specializes in small business accounting and tax and individual income tax preparation and planning. Michelle is also a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor. She is certified by the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners. Guido van der Hoeven—Extension Specialist in farm management, taxation, and organizational structures at NC State University. For the past several years, he has provided resources and program leadership in the areas of taxation, agricultural information systems, estate planning, and farm management. Advanced _________________________________________________________________________________ Lillian Glover Young, CPA—Accountant with over 29 years of experience with the NC State Income Tax Schools. She has her own tax practice in Charlotte, NC. Jim Holmes—Accountant with 42 years in the public practice of accounting in Burlington, NC. He is enrolled to practice before the Internal Revenue Service. He is an Accredited Business Accountant and an Accredited Tax Accountant. Jim has 17 years’ experience with the NC State Income Tax Schools. Agricultural Taxation Issues Workshops IRS Program #4552U-T-00003-12-1 • 10 convenient locations and dates across North Carolina • Continued expanded instruction by popular demand! • Discussion of agricultural and natural resource tax issues • Take home a valuable workbook with detailed examples and problems Combining lecture, example problems, discussion, and questions, these one-day workshops are appropriate for all levels of experience—from beginner to advanced. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this course. About your instructors:____________________________________________________________________ Guido van der Hoeven, Extension Specialist, NC State University, Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics Mark Megalos, Extension Specialist, NC State University, Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources Check-in: 8:00 am | Program: 8:30 am – 4:45 pm Fee: Only $139 | Recommended 8 hours of CPE credit Topics you will cover:______________________________________________________________________ • New law changes as they affect agriculture • Agricultural tax issues of interest • Any new law changes to timber • Other topics of interest or Call 919.515.2261 or Fax your registration form to 919.515.7614 Tax workshops will be held at: McKimmon Conference and Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC NEW! Partnership/LLC Tax Workshop IRS Program #4552 U-T-00006 -12-1 Date: September 17-18, 2012 | Check-in: 8:00 am | Program: 8:30 am - 4:45 pm Fee: $399 | Recommended 16 hours of CPE credit This lecture-based, advanced-level course will review partnership taxation or an LLC taxed as a partnership. Discussion will cover formation, operation, contributions, and cash distributions. Recent changes in law or rulings will be emphasized. Areas of concern dissolution of a partnership and related choices the partners can make to reduce taxes. One example is the contribution of property to the partnership and its subsequent sale. The focus will be on small businesses although the instructor may address all types of partnership questions. Primary materials will be IRS publications, chapters from previous years’ books, and IRS forms. This will be a good review of partnership taxation for those who have partnership returns or for those who want to understand more about partnerships. You will be working with facts and the tax consequences for partners and the partnership. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this course. About your instructor:_____________________________________________________________________ Carol Gregory Wright, CPA - Previously with the IRS with a career spanning 36 years from tax auditor to RA, she taught partnership tax for two years after she retired from the IRS. In addition to conducting audits, Carol taught all phases of IRS classes, including yearly continuing professional education. She developed courses for NEW! on-the-job Instructors, as well as technical topics about partnership, tax shelter, and basic corporate taxation. Partnership topics are interesting because partners can get into shifting income and basis without intending to do so. She currently teaches a two-day partnership class for practitioners and at Michigan State University’s Income Tax Schools. Registered Tax Return Preparer Exam Prep Course Date: September 20, 2012 | Check-in: 8:00 am | Program: 8:30 am - 4:45 pm Fee: $349 | Recommended 8 hours of CPE credit The IRS has implemented the Registered Tax Return Preparer Examination in an effort to ensure competency and professional standards in the tax preparation industry. This exam is now required for tax preparers who are not Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), Enrolled Agents, or attorneys before they can be classified as a Registered Tax Return Preparer (RTRP). There is no limit to the number of times you can take the IRS exam, but you must succeed in passing the exam by December 31, 2013. In addition, you must pay a fee of $116 each time you take the test. In order to sufficiently prepare yourself to take the exam and successfully pass on the first go around, we recommend this lecture-based prep course which is appropriate for all levels. This course qualifies for 8 credit hours from NC State University. NC State University is an approved continuing education provider for the Internal Revenue Service. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this course. About your instructor:_____________________________________________________________________ Guido van der Hoeven—Extension Specialist in farm management, taxation, and organizational structures at NC State University. For the past several years, he has provided resources and program leadership in the areas of taxation, agricultural information systems, estate planning, and farm management.. Attend and you will:_______________________________________________________________________ • Experience live instruction in a comfortable setting from a qualified instructor • Receive the RTRP Exam Study Guide • Receive FFA’s material which will cover all topics on the RTRP exam • Have access to FFA’s free online test bank containing 700 questions and answers, as well as online practice exams after the course. Each exam is organized by exam section, topic and book chapter reference. All questions include a detailed explanation of the test answer. Fiduciary Income Taxation Workshop IRS Program #4552 U-T-00005-12-1 Date: October 31, 2012 | Check-in: 8:00 am | Program: 8:30 am - 4:45 pm Fee: $349 | Recommended 8 hours of CPE credit You will leave this practical, lecture-based, advancedlevel workshop with a valuable understanding of the basic similarities and differences between individual and fiduciary taxation and the mechanics of how to prepare a basic Form 1041. Special emphasis will be given to the important inter-relationship between trust and tax law for the proper completion of a fiduciary tax return. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this workshop. Attend and you will receive:_______________________________________________________________ • Study materials • A certificate of attendance About your instructor:_____________________________________________________________________ Robert E. Barnhill, III, CPA,PFS, CFP, JD - An adjunct professor at Texas Tech University who maintains a private practice focusing on wealth accumulation and transfer. Throughout the year, he conducts a variety of continuing education courses for various state societies and constantly receives high marks in both knowledge and presentation skill. He has served as the International President of Toastmasters, and is a lively and entertaining speaker. He has published articles on several estate and financial planning topics. Utilizing Tax Laws to Your Advantage Date: November 13-14, 2012 | Check-in: 8:00 am | Program: 8:30 am - 4:45 pm Fee: $399 | Recommended 16 hours of CPE credit This lecture-based, advanced-level program will expose you to a broad range of topics, providing you with valuable knowledge of the tax laws that govern you, making you aware of opportunities that are available under these rules, while assisting you in developing a list of important items you will want to discuss with your advisors or clients. Any tax professional who wants to apply the current tax reform and investment concepts and practices to improve and enhance their professional skills will benefit. You’ll benefit from different experts, each uniquely qualified in his/her specialized area. There are no prerequisites or advanced preparation for this course. What others have said about our Tax Schools and Workshops: “This course is a phenomenal value! As a CPA I am required to get 40 hours of CPE every year and this has become my first choice to fulfill that requirement. I appreciate the broad spectrum of topics covered and the great resources including the knowledge and expertise of the instructors who always seem willing to help out with your individual tax questions and complexities.” If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in any of these programs, please contact us during business hours (8 am to 5 pm Eastern) to discuss accommodations at least 2 weeks prior to the course: 919.515.2261 or ContinuingEducation@ncsu.edu Guarantee of Satisfaction —Charity Miller, CPA, LC&K Consultants, Inc., Boone, NC We realize how valuable your time and money are and that you and your organization expect to get a return on your investment. We promise that you will be completely satisfied with your learning experience or we will make it right—guaranteed! NC State University Office of Professional Development is registered with the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners as a sponsor of continuing professional education. Complaints or comments regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners, PO Box 12827, Raleigh, NC 27605-2827. 2012 Tax School Registration Form Indicate your choice of level, school and location by checking the appropriate box. Income Tax Schools Fee: $229 if paid on or before November 16 OPD-ARTAX-N $279 if paid after November 16 Intermediate November 26-27, 2012 a Asheville (017) New Location! Four Points by Sheraton, Asheville Downtown Asheville, NC 828.253.1851 a Fayetteville (023) Holiday Inn Fayetteville I-95 Fayetteville, NC 910.323.1600 Advanced November 26-27, 2012 a Fayetteville (024) Holiday Inn Fayetteville I-95 Fayetteville, NC 910.323.1600 November 28-29, 2012 a Charlotte (022) December 3-4, 2012 a Greenville (020) December 5-6, 2012 a Wilmington (021) November 28-29, 2012 a Charlotte (025) December 3-4, 2012 a Raleigh (018) December 5-6, 2012 a Greensboro (026) Cabarrus Arena & Convention Center Charlotte, NC 704.920.3976 a Winston-Salem (013) New Location! Winston-Salem Marriott Winston-Salem, NC 336.725.3500 Cabarrus Arena & Convention Center Charlotte, NC 704.920.3976 Agricultural Taxation Issues Workshops City Bistro Greenville, NC 252.355.8300 a Raleigh (019) McKimmon Conference & Training Center NC State University, Raleigh, NC 919.515.2261 McKimmon Conference & Training Center NC State University Raleigh, NC 919.515.2261 OPD-ARFTI -N a October 30, 2012 (011) a November 5, 2012 (018) a October 25, 2012 (012) a October 31, 2012 (016) a November 6, 2012 (019) a October 29, 2012 (013) a November 1, 2012 (015) Guilford County Extension Center Greensboro, NC Cunningham Research Center Kinston, NC Bob Martin Agricultural Center Williamston, NC Duplin County Extension Office Kenansville, NC Priority Code F 1 2 1 3 WB Wilson County Agricultural Center Wilson, NC Union County Extension Office Monroe, NC Iredell County Extension Center Statesville, NC ote: For fastest service, please enter the priority code from your mailing N label. Enter this code even if label is addressed to someone else. Thank you! mm/dd First Name Middle Initial Last Name Greensboro Coliseum Complex Greensboro, NC 336.373.7400 Fee: $139 a October 24, 2012 (017) Robeson County Extension Center Lumberton, NC Holiday Inn Resort Wrightsville Beach, NC 910.256.2231 a Greensboro (014) Greensboro Coliseum Complex Greensboro, NC 336.373.7400 Date of Birth* ovember 7, 2012 (020) aN estern Mountain Extension W and Research Center Fletcher, NC ecember 11, 2012 (014) aD Moore County Extension Center Carthage, NC Registration and Payment The easiest way to guarantee your place is to pay with a credit card. Payment must accompany registration, and be received by the first day of the program. Faxed registrations without a credit card # or a purchase order will not be accepted. 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Provider #4522U Various convenient dates and locations across the state Agricultural Taxation Issues Workshop Various convenient dates and locations across the state Partnership/LLC Tax Workshops September 17-18, 2012 McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC Registered Tax Return Preparer Exam Prep Course September 20, 2012 McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC Fiduciary Income Taxation Workshop October 31, 2012 McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC Utilizing Tax Laws to Your Advantage November 13-14, 2012 McKimmon Conference & Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, NC NC State University Office of Professional Development is registered with the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners as a sponsor of continuing professional education.