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Resoundingly, tax pros are voicing that the ACA \u2013 more commonly known as Obamacare \u2013 is the biggest challenge they face this tax season. Helping clients understand its implications and avoid costly penalties is crucial.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight:400;\">One hundred percent of tax professionals are required to understand the intricacies, deadlines, penalties and implications of the ACA, yet only about 7 percent of you feel \u201cvery prepared\u201d for the new tax requirements and changes. This is unsurprising when you account for the additional 2,400 pages of new tax code.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight:400;\">As you help your clients this tax season, we want you to be in the 7 percent of tax pros who feel prepared for the ACA. In fact, we want that number to grow. 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