https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/taxes/discussion/re-tax-help/01/3104113#M1138327 <P>Great question!</P> <P>As both a CPA and an Enrolled Agent, I will say that either one is a great choice.&nbsp; Enrolled agents are specifically trained as federally authorized tax practitioners.&nbsp; CPAs also may be tax experts, but typically have a broader, more comprehensive accounting and auditing background. Personally, I am much more comfortable providing tax advice and preparation since attaining the EA designation.</P> <P>For a more detailed look at the qualifications and differences, please check out this recently updated post from my colleagues: &nbsp;<A href="https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/tax-pro/ea-vs-cpa-tax-professionals-whats-the-difference/L9KRVtXpV#GoTo-What-is-a-CPA--Certified-Public-Accountant--" target="_blank">https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/tax-pro/ea-vs-cpa-tax-professionals-whats-the-difference/L9KRVtXpV#GoTo-What-is-a-CPA--Certified-Public-Accountant--</A></P> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:42:28 GMT JanD9 2023-10-25T18:42:28Z https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/taxes/discussion/tax-help/01/3103956#M1138326 <P>Is it better to get tax help from a CPA or a tax accountant?&nbsp;</P> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:35:42 GMT https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/taxes/discussion/tax-help/01/3103956#M1138326 PINKNation 2026-02-24T07:35:42Z https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/taxes/discussion/re-tax-help/01/3104113#M1138327 <P>Great question!</P> <P>As both a CPA and an Enrolled Agent, I will say that either one is a great choice.&nbsp; Enrolled agents are specifically trained as federally authorized tax practitioners.&nbsp; CPAs also may be tax experts, but typically have a broader, more comprehensive accounting and auditing background. Personally, I am much more comfortable providing tax advice and preparation since attaining the EA designation.</P> <P>For a more detailed look at the qualifications and differences, please check out this recently updated post from my colleagues: &nbsp;<A href="https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/tax-pro/ea-vs-cpa-tax-professionals-whats-the-difference/L9KRVtXpV#GoTo-What-is-a-CPA--Certified-Public-Accountant--" target="_blank">https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/tax-pro/ea-vs-cpa-tax-professionals-whats-the-difference/L9KRVtXpV#GoTo-What-is-a-CPA--Certified-Public-Accountant--</A></P> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:42:28 GMT https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/taxes/discussion/re-tax-help/01/3104113#M1138327 JanD9 2023-10-25T18:42:28Z