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This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
In this episode you will learn: - You must file Form 23, the Application for Enrollment, within one year of passing the final part of the Special Enrollment Examination (SEE). - The application requires a non-refundable user fee, which is currently $140. - All applicants undergo a rigorous suitability check, which includes a personal tax compliance review and a criminal background check. - Authority to practice as an Enrolled Agent begins only after your Form 23 application is formally approved by the IRS, not when you pass the exam. - A Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) is a prerequisite that you must have before starting the enrollment application process.
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