EA Exam Prep Blog
Study tips, tax law updates, and exam strategies for the Enrolled Agent exam. Updated for 2026.
Trump Accounts Explained for EA Candidates: What's Testable in 2026
A statutory-grounded guide to Trump Accounts under OBBBA Section 70204 and IRC Section 128. Contribution limits, eligibility, employer exclusion, and what's testable on the 2026 EA exam.
Read moreEA Exam 2026: PSI Transition, Blackout, Remote Proctoring (Updated May 2026)
Updated with the official PSI registration date (May 1), testing start (July 1), the 4-month blackout, remote online proctoring, and what to do if your scores expire mid-transition.
Read more2026 EA Exam: How the OBBBA Changes Everything You Need to Study (Updated May 2026)
Complete breakdown of OBBBA — plus the spring 2026 IRS implementation guidance on qualified production property, clean fuel credits, PFE energy rules, ERC disallowance, and corrected Trump Accounts numbers.
Read moreWhat's Actually on EA Part 2 in 2026? Real Exam Feedback from Recent Test-Takers
Recent EA Part 2 candidates reveal the most heavily tested topics — basis calculations, §351, Section 179, DRD, and more. Study smarter with real exam intelligence.
Read moreHow to Pass the EA Exam on Your First Try (2026 Guide)
Proven study strategies, time management tips, and common mistakes to avoid. Includes pass rates, study hour recommendations, and a week-by-week plan.
Read moreGleim vs Surgent EA Review 2026: Which Course Is Better?
An honest comparison of Gleim and Surgent for the Enrolled Agent exam. Pricing, question banks, AI features, and which course fits your study style.
Read moreEA Exam Part 1 Study Guide: Individuals (2026)
Domain-by-domain breakdown of Part 1 with key topics, OBBBA changes, and study priorities. Covers filing status, income, deductions, and credits.
Read moreEA Exam Part 2 Study Guide: Businesses (2026)
Everything you need for Part 2: entity types, depreciation, S corps, partnerships, and the new OBBBA business provisions.
Read moreEA Exam Part 3 Study Guide: Representation, Practices & Procedures (2026)
Master Circular 230, IRS collections, the appeals process, and practitioner ethics. Includes key OBBBA procedural changes.
Read moreEnrolled Agent Salary 2026: Is the EA Credential Worth It?
Salary data, career outlook, ROI analysis, and how the EA compares to CPA. Everything you need to decide if the EA is right for you.
Read moreFree EA Exam Practice Questions: Test Yourself (2026)
Try 9 real practice questions from all 3 parts of the Enrolled Agent exam with detailed explanations. Updated for 2026 tax law.
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