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Book SynopsisGain a thorough understanding of tax research today with the hands-on practice you need to succeed in class and on the job. Sawyers/Gill's market-leading FEDERAL TAX RESEARCH, 12E's step-by-step approach uses current examples and engaging discussions to focus on the most important elements of federal tax law and tax practices. You work with the latest versions of today's most popular online tax research tools, including Thomson Reuters Checkpoint, CCH IntelliConnect, and BNA Bloomberg. Significant updates address ethical challenges in taxation today, qualified business income deductions and other legislative changes enacted by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 as well as how Congress enacts technical changes. Coverage of professional and legal responsibilities and IRS practices and procedures helps you prepare for the CPA exam, while a focus on key research skills, critical problem-solving and communication skills prepares you for success in today's workplace.
Table of ContentsPart I: THE TAX RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT. 1. Introduction to Tax Practice and Ethics. 2. Tax Research Methodology. Part II: PRIMARY SOURCES OF FEDERAL TAX LAW. 3. Constitutional and Legislative Sources. 4. Administrative Regulations and Rulings. 5. Judicial Interpretations. Part III: RESEARCH TOOLS. 6. Thomson Reuters Checkpoint. 7. CCH Intelliconnect. 8. Other Tax Services and Tax Periodicals. 9. Multijurisdictional Taxes Part IV: IMPLEMENTING THE RESEARCH TOOLS. 10. Communicating Research Results. 11. Tax Planning. 12. Working with the IRS. 13. Tax Practice and Administration. Glossary. Index.
