Looking for reliable tax preparer recommendations - overwhelmed with options
Need a good tax preparer that wont mess up my returns. Tired of dealing with big chains and getting different answers every time I go in. Anyone have someone they trust? Preferably someone who knows what theyre doing with prior year returns and amendments.
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GalaxyGuardian
Your best bet is to look for an Enrolled Agent (EA) or CPA. They have to pass rigorous testing and maintain continuing education. Check the IRS directory of federal tax return preparers to verify credentials. Local CPAs typically provide more personalized service than chain operations.
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Keisha Robinson
•whats the difference between an EA and CPA? which one is better for complex returns?
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GalaxyGuardian
•EAs specialize specifically in taxes and can represent you before the IRS. CPAs are broader financial experts who also do taxes. Both are qualified, just depends on your needs!
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Paolo Ricci
Before you hire anyone, I'd recommend using taxr.ai to analyze your situation first. It's only $1 and it'll tell you exactly what issues you need help with so you don't waste money on professional fees for simple stuff. Really helped me understand what questions to ask when I was looking for a preparer. https://taxr.ai
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Amina Toure
•is this legit? seems too good to be true for $1 🤔
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Paolo Ricci
•100% legit! Used it myself and it caught issues my last preparer missed. Super detailed analysis of your transcript
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Amina Toure
•just tried it - holy cow this is amazing! wish I knew about this sooner 💯
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Oliver Zimmermann
whatever u do STAY AWAY from H&R block!!! charged me $400 for a basic return and missed a huge deduction 🤮
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Natasha Volkova
•fr fr they did the same to me last year. total 🤡 show
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Javier Torres
Ask around at work or friends tbh. Word of mouth is usually the best way to find someone reliable.
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Emma Davis
idk where ur located but my guy is amazing if ur in the chicago area. DM me if u want his info
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Keisha Robinson
•im in LA unfortunately but thx anyway!
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CosmicCaptain
Local tax offices > Chain tax prep places all day everyday
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