Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 3] 73, Electronic Signatures PINs and Form 8879

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In this episode you will learn:

- The crucial difference between the Practitioner PIN and Self-Select PIN methods for e-filing authorization.

- Why Form 8879 must be signed and dated by the taxpayer *before* the Electronic Return Originator (ERO) can transmit the return.

- The mandatory procedure for handling changes to a tax return *after* Form 8879 has already been signed.

- The specific record retention requirement for Form 8879, which is three years from the return's due date or filing date, whichever is later.

- Key ERO responsibilities, including identity verification and ensuring the taxpayer has reviewed the return's contents.

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