With hands-on practice needed to succeed in class and on the job, the step-by-step approach in Sawyers/Gill's FEDERAL TAX RESEARCH, 13e, uses current examples and engaging discussions to focus on the most important elements of federal tax law and tax practices. The latest versions of today's most popular online tax research tools are used, including Thomson Reuters Checkpoint, CCH AnswerConnect, and Bloomberg Tax. The new edition addresses ethical challenges in taxation and legislative changes enacted through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) and the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, and how Congress enacts technical changes. To prepare for the CPA exam, professional and legal responsibilities and IRS practices and procedures are covered as well as key research skills, problem-solving and communication skills to prepare you for success in today's workplace.