Hiring a Reputable Tax Preparer

Because your trust in our ability is at the top of our list, we want you to know how we measure up to the IRS’s standards for our profession.

The tax code is complicated. And you as a taxpayer are responsible for what’s on your tax return, whether or not you’re the one who prepares it. So, when you’re putting your tax details in the hands of a professional, you want to know they’re capable, reliable… reputable.

For us, it’s important that every single client we serve knows exactly how we measure up to the IRS’s standards for a reputable tax return preparer.

Here’s how we fare:

Listed in the IRS Directory of Preparers
A good history with the Better Business Bureau
Upfront about service fees
Uses the IRS’s e-file system
Reachable regarding filing questions
Uses PTIN when filing the return
Signs the tax return
Requires records and receipts for filing
Thorough examination of tax situation
Reviews returns with clients before submitting
Never has clients sign a blank tax form

Being someone you can trust to get your taxes filed and do things right matters to us. We’re qualified to represent you with the IRS, and we’ll make sure to check all the boxes (literally).

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