Exchange ProTax | ERO Officer Track
Exchange ProTax ERO Partner Program

Your EFIN Made You an ERO. Now Build the Tax Firm Behind It.

Exchange ProTax helps independent EROs move from simply having an EFIN to operating a tax business with professional software, education, business systems, onboarding, and support.

  • Professional tax software
  • ERO education & training
  • Business systems & support
  • Bank product access*
Exchange ProTax
Tax Software
ERO Education
Bank Products*
ERO Support
Built for Independent EROs
Who This Program Is For

You Have Your Own EFIN. Now You Need the Business Behind It.

Exchange ProTax is designed for tax professionals who have their own EFIN and want to operate and grow their own independent tax business.

You operate your own tax office using your own EFIN. Exchange ProTax provides the software, education, systems, and support to help you prepare for tax season and build your operation.

What Exchange ProTax Provides

More Than Tax Software

Your software is one part of running a tax office. Exchange ProTax combines the technology with education, business support, and tax-season preparation.

Professional Tax Software

Professional tax preparation software for your independent tax office, with setup assistance.

Bank Product Access

Access to participating tax refund bank products for eligible EROs, subject to bank approval.

ERO Education

Live training and business education designed to help prepare you to operate your tax office.

Business Systems & Support

Guidance for office setup, workflows, operations, marketing, compliance, and tax-season readiness.

The Gap We Help You Fill

Getting Your EFIN Was Step One. Running the Firm Is the Next Step.

Exchange ProTax helps bridge the gap between becoming an ERO and building the systems needed to operate an independent tax business.

Tax Software
Office Setup
ERO Education
Business Systems
Compliance Education
Tax Season Readiness
Your ERO Officer Track

Own. Operate. Lead. Scale.

Choose the level of support that fits where you are today—and where you want to take your tax business next.

OWN OPERATE LEAD SCALE

Lieutenant

Build your operation

Typically
  • New or aspiring ERO
  • 70+ clients (qualified)
  • Own your Exchange ProTax software
  • Establish systems and workflows
  • Learn ERO responsibilities
  • Implement bank products and reporting
  • Build your brand and clientele
Explore Lieutenant

Captain

Command your team

Typically
  • Established ERO
  • Multiple preparers
  • Increase production and revenue
  • Develop and manage your team
  • Use automation and marketing systems
  • Focus on maximizing profit margins
Explore Captain

General

Scale your empire

Typically
  • High-producing ERO
  • Large team(s)
  • Create multiple revenue streams
  • Build advanced systems and automation
  • Mentor and develop other EROs
  • Build long-term wealth and a legacy
Explore General

The descriptions above are typical examples to help you compare tracks. Your final package and eligibility will be confirmed during the application process.

Choose Your Support Level

ERO Partner Packages

Compare the included support for each track and choose the package that fits the stage of your tax business.

Foundation

Lieutenant

$349/year

For EROs who primarily need professional tax software and foundational support.

  • 1-Year Exchange ProTax Software License
  • Software Setup Assistance
  • Live ERO Training
  • Foundational Support
Apply for Lieutenant
Expanded Support

General

$749/year

For EROs who want expanded mentorship, priority support, and additional education.

  • Everything in Captain
  • Expanded Mentorship
  • Priority Support
  • Advanced Business Education
  • Military Taxation Training for ERO & Team
Apply for General
What Happens Next

From Application to Tax-Season Ready

The process is designed to move you from application through enrollment, setup, and preparation for tax season.

1

Apply

Submit your ERO application.

2

Choose Your Package

Select the support level that fits your business.

3

Complete Enrollment

Complete the required enrollment steps.

4

Get Set Up

Complete software, office, and applicable bank setup.

5

Prepare for Tax Season

Use your training, systems, and support to get ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still Have Questions?

Here are the most important things to know before applying.

What exactly is Exchange ProTax?
Exchange ProTax is an ERO Partner Program for independent tax professionals with their own EFIN. It combines professional tax software with ERO education, business systems, onboarding, and support.
Do I need my own EFIN?
Yes. Exchange ProTax ERO Partners operate their independent tax businesses using their own EFIN.
Is this the same as the Innerlux PTIN Partner Program?
No. Exchange ProTax ERO Partners operate using their own EFIN and run their own independent tax business. The Innerlux PTIN preparer program operates under a separate structure.
Is ERO training included?
Yes. Live ERO training is included with the ERO program at no additional charge.
Can I access bank products?
ERO Partners may have access to tax refund bank products through participating banks. Bank products, refund advances, and related services are subject to bank approval and applicable program requirements.
Which package should I choose?
Lieutenant is designed for EROs who primarily need the software foundation and foundational support. Captain adds additional business systems, marketing, automation, and preseason mentorship. General provides expanded mentorship, priority support, advanced business education, and Military Taxation training for the ERO and their team.
What happens after I apply?
Your application will move through the applicable qualification and enrollment steps. Once enrollment requirements are completed, you will receive the next steps for software, setup, training, and tax-season preparation.

You Have the EFIN. Now Build the Firm.

Get the professional tax software, education, business systems, and support designed to help you operate your independent tax business.

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