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Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD

Mike D’Avolio, CPA, JD, is a tax law specialist for Intuit® ProConnect™, where he has worked since 1987. He monitors legislative and regulatory activity, serves as a government liaison, circulates information to employees and customers, analyzes and tests software, trains employees and customers, and serves as a public relations representative.

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Tax Law and News

Embracing Tax Reform: How to Provide More Value to Clients and Attract Prospects

January 3, 2018 (Last Modified: June 17, 2020) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Embracing Tax Reform: How to Provide More Value to Clients and Attract Prospects

Find out how you can use tax reform as an opportunity to enhance your standing as your clients’ trusted advisor.

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Tax Year 2017 Tips for Self-Employed Clients

December 22, 2017 / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Tax Year 2017 Tips for Self-Employed Clients

Tax professionals may consider brushing up on tax tips available to self-employed individuals. Practitioners can also bolster their standing as trusted advisors by sharing tips and coaching clients.

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IRS Changes and Updates for Tax Year 2017

November 15, 2017 (Last Modified: June 18, 2019) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
IRS Changes and Updates for Tax Year 2017

Tax professionals can get a full listing of IRS changes and updates for tax year 2017.

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Practice Management

What are the Must-Do Trainings Before Next Tax Season?

November 1, 2017 (Last Modified: August 9, 2019) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
What are the Must-Do Trainings Before Next Tax Season?

Get the training you need on tax law updates, ethics, practice management and more before the start of next tax season.

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Hurricane Victims Get Relief With the Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act

October 20, 2017 (Last Modified: August 9, 2019) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Hurricane Victims Get Relief With the Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act

Tax professionals can learn about the tax breaks associated with the Disaster Tax Relief and Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2017.

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How to Help Your Clients Manage Student Debt

October 2, 2017 (Last Modified: June 17, 2020) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
How to Help Your Clients Manage Student Debt

This article offers tips to help your tax and accounting clients manage student loans and debt.

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How to Reduce Odds of Being Audited by the IRS

September 5, 2017 (Last Modified: July 30, 2019) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
How to Reduce Odds of Being Audited by the IRS

Hear about several ways you can help your tax clients reduce their chances of being audited.

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Exploring the Best Ways to Save for College

August 21, 2017 (Last Modified: August 9, 2019) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Exploring the Best Ways to Save for CollegeWe all know a college education is very expensive and costs are continuing to escalate. According to College Board’s Trends in College Pricing, the average full-time student at a four-year, non-profit private university will pay $32,410 per year in tuition...

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6 Tips for Clients if They Receive a Notice From the IRS

August 3, 2017 / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
6 Tips for Clients if They Receive a Notice From the IRSIt can be common for the IRS to send out tax notices to taxpayers if they are requesting additional information, or if any adjustments are required on the tax return. The letter will provide clear, simple instructions on what to...

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Tips to Help Your Clients Pay for College

July 24, 2017 (Last Modified: April 7, 2020) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Tips to Help Your Clients Pay for CollegeTax professionals most likely have many clients and prospects who have college-bound students in their families. A good way to extend the services you provide in your practice is to offer advice around the funding of a college education, including...

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Back-to-School Tax Tips for College-Bound Students

July 21, 2017 (Last Modified: May 29, 2019) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Back-to-School Tax Tips for College-Bound StudentsThis is an exciting time of the year when college-bound students are starting to gear up for school. The transition can also take a physical and emotional toll on parents. Figuring out how to pay for college can be stressful,...

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Helpful Tax Tips for Clients Experiencing a Disaster Loss

July 19, 2017 (Last Modified: July 24, 2020) / Mike D'Avolio, CPA, JD
Helpful Tax Tips for Clients Experiencing a Disaster LossSuffering a disaster loss from a fire, storm or theft can be very traumatic for your clients and their families. As their friend and trusted advisor, you can provide them with emotional support, financial guidance and help with the tax implications....

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