learn why the upcoming busy seasons could be among the most demanding in recent memory.
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quick tax tip
with art werner
cpe today
according to seasoned tax educator art werner, the next busy season may be the last of what he calls a “lull period.” preparers are currently working under existing laws, dealing with the tax returns for the 2024 calendar year. however, significant changes are expected on the horizon.
“the fact is, busy season in 2025—and especially 2026—will require a lot of knowledge of new laws,” werner explains. he anticipates that navigating these updates will pose a steeper learning curve for tax preparers, resulting in more complicated filing seasons.
one of the primary drivers of this complexity will be legislative changes. with uncertainty around tax reform and the evolving tax landscape, 2025 could see the introduction of new regulations that tax professionals will need to quickly master.
“when you get to busy season, you’re in this historic mode,” werner said. “you’re preparing tax returns based on the old law. but by 2026, you’ll need to know all the nuances of the new law.”
to weather the upcoming challenges, werner stressed the importance of preparation and continuous learning. he urged tax professionals to consider mid-year cpe courses in 2025.
“a mid-year update will tell you what the law is and what we’re heading into. it’s more planning-oriented,” werner advised. “if you can get yourself in that gear, you’ll learn the law easier and advise your clients accordingly. this preparation could make the 2026 busy season less overwhelming.”
“this year might feel like a lull, but the storm is coming,” werner says. “get ready, stay informed, and plan ahead.”