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Enrolled Agent Exam [Part 2] 66, QBI Phase-out and SSTB Limitations
Published: July 2, 2026
Duration: 3:46
This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
In this episode you will learn:
- The definition of a Specified Service Trade or Business (SSTB) for the QBI deduction.
- The specific 2025 taxable income thresholds that trigger the QBI phase-out rules.
- How to calculate the proportional phase-out of the QBI deduction for an SSTB within the income limitation range.
- The key difference in how l...