Intuit (the company that makes TurboTax) has
three tax software product lines for paid preparers: ProSeries, Lacerte, and
Intuit Tax Online. Here are links to their web sites.
http://proseries.intuit.com
http://lacerte.intuit.com
http://accountants.intuit.com/tax/online/
For a new preparer just starting out,
ProSeries Basic is probably the most suitable.
And to prepare more than five e-files, you
will need to sign up with the IRS as an ERO - an Electronic Returns
Originator. How to become an Authorized E-file Provider…..
http://www.irs.gov/Tax-Professionals/e-File-Providers-&-Partners/Become-an-Authorized-e-file-Provide...
FAQ for Tax Preparer Requirements
http://www.irs.gov/Tax-Professionals/Requirements-for-Tax-Return-Preparers:-Frequently-Asked-Questio...
Do you need a PTIN (Preparer Tax
Identification Number)?
http://www.irs.gov/Tax-Professionals/Frequently-Asked-Questions:-Do-I-Need-a-PTIN%3F
