Normally, this section offers successful study tips to ensure that you pass the EA exam on your first attempt. This week, we continue a series in which we point out some poor study habits which you should avoid picking up from start to finish. This is the fourth in our series of bad habits to...Read More

This week brings the third installment in our series on poor study habits that candidates should avoid while preparing for the EA exam. Food for Thought Explanation: Eating a lot of food before or during study periods can disrupt retention of study material. The digestion process can cause drowsiness. Fix: Avoid large meals immediately before...Read More

This week, we present the second installment in our series on poor study habits. Remember, once a habit forms, it is difficult to break. Pay attention to the habits in this series so you know what to avoid picking up from start to finish. Environmental Concerns Explanation: An uncomfortable study environment can prevent you from...Read More

Our top priority is that you pass the EA exam on the first attempt. As a result, we have created the new Gleim EA Practice Exam. The Practice Exam is 3.5 hours long and contains 100 multiple-choice questions, just like the actual EA exam. Therefore, it tests you not only on the content you have...Read More

Normally, this section offers successful study tips to ensure that you pass the EA exam on your first attempt. This week, however, begins a series in which we point out some poor study habits which you should avoid picking up from start to finish. Music’s in the Air Explanation: Loud noises and music can interfere...Read More

Visit Gleim at the National Association of Enrolled Agents Conference in Las Vegas The 2012 National Association of Enrolled Agents is being held in Las Vegas this week. Stop by the Gleim booth August 5-7 to register for your chance to win either a Gleim Review System (for the exam of your choosing) or a...Read More

Question: Do I have to sit for all three parts in the same 10-month testing window? Answer: No. Candidates can sign up for the exam one part at a time. Candidates who pass a part of the exam can carry over passing scores for up to two years from the date the candidate took the...Read More

Question: I bought the EA Review materials last year, but plan to sit for the exam in 2012. Can I use my old materials to pass the exam? Answer: Beginning May 1 of each year the EA Exam will test the previous year’s tax laws. Those tax laws will be covered through the end of...Read More

Once a candidate passes the EA Exam they must file Form 23 with the IRS. The individual must have their PTIN before they can apply. The IRS says it generally takes about 60 days to process applications. Enrollment status is not effective until the request has been approved and an individual is not authorized to...Read More

Question: I purchased the 2011 Edition of the Gleim EA Review materials. How can I get the updates for the 2012 Edition? Answer: If you ordered the Gleim EA Review System 2011 Edition (package consisting of book, Test Prep Software, Audio Review, and Gleim Online) and will be taking the exam in the upcoming testing...Read More