The 2022 tax season starts on January 24 for 1040 filers, the Internal Revenue Service said this week. And for most taxpayers, this year’s filing deadline is April 18.

TaxAct, which makes consumer and professional tax software, is offering complete preparation service through tax professionals. The new service, including full return preparation, will debut this month while TaxAct is also offering free consultative service.

Anders CPAs and Advisors has named five employees as partners this month, including the first non-CPA partner, Donna M. Erbs. The CPAS who were promoted at the St. Louis, Mo.-based firmare Chad R. Gall, Daniel K. Schindler, Michael R. Stafford and Brad R. Stumpe.