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At present, only enrolled agents, attorneys, and CPAs may represent taxpayers before the IRS.  \nWhy Should I Become an Enrolled Agent?  \n “Over the next decade, tax preparers are projected to be among the fastest growing occupations. As tax laws and regulations become more and more complex, more people turn to tax preparation services for assistance. However, because this is seasonal work, January to April, opportunities are limited during the rest of the year.  Enrolled Agents are more likely to have year-round jobs.” – LA Times  \n Average Enrolled Agent earnings by State:  \n-Low (NC): $21.70 per hour ($45,130 per year)  \n-High (NY): $30.70 per hours ($63,864 per year)  \n  [https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/What-Is-the-Average-Enrolled-Agent-Salary-by-State](https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/What-Is-the-Average-Enrolled-Agent-Salary-by-State)  \n The Enrolled Agent designation is the highest credential one can earn in the tax preparation industry!   \nWhy Should I Become an Enrolled Agent?  \nWhat is Representation Before the IRS?  \n Acting on the taxpayer's behalf  \n Protecting the taxpayer’s rights  \n Communicating with the IRS for the taxpayer regarding his/her rights or abilities under law & regulations administered by the IRS  \n Preparing and filing necessary documents  \n Advising the taxpayer on return positions  \n Representing the taxpayer at hearings with the IRS in examination/collection/appeals  \nAdditionally…  \n Applicants do not need a degree to become an Enrolled Agent  \n The cost of taking the Special Enrollment Exam is still relatively inexpensive compared to other professional examinations- $184.97 per exam part  \n An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally authorized tax practitioner who can practice anywhere in the United States  \n An EA has the same practice privileges before the IRS as a CPA and attorney  \nThe EA Exam  \nThe EA Exam: The Problems  \n1. 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