As a tax preparer, you want to be aware of the most common scenarios that trigger an IRS audit to avoid the pitfalls. An audit examines tax return data to verify it’s correct. As long as you have documentation to support the numbers and are honest in your report, you...
Have you ever wondered if working at home is the right move for you and your family? Never in our history has it been easier to run a business without a brick-and-mortar base. We never had the technology to meet face-to-face from hundreds of miles away. It saves...
When considering a job as a tax preparer, you may wonder what tax professionals do when it’s not tax season. How do they keep the money rolling in? For some, they’ve always had two jobs. Tax preparation is a side gig that gives them a hefty financial boost...
Choosing a career can be stressful. What one person might find fulfilling, another may find annoying. Some people like working indoors in controlled environments, while others want to brave the outdoors in all kinds of weather. Remote or in-office, part-time or...
Searching for the right tax preparer can be hazardous. Many scam artists prey on taxpayers’ inexperience and need for expedience. They submit bad returns, make off with the money, and leave the taxpayer holding the bag. Here are some warning signs you can share with...
The question every tax preparer hears is, “How long till I get my tax return?” Families have plans for that money to go on vacation, make household repairs, or use it as a downpayment for a new car. Students use it to fill in their meager budgets, furnish...
So, you’re ready to strike out on your own. Maybe you just graduated with your accounting degree. Perhaps you’ve worked for years for another company, gaining experience. Either way, there are some things you should know about starting your own accounting...
What Are the Biggest Challenges That You Face as a Tax Professional? Every job comes with its challenges, but tax professionals seem to have a difficult time when the entire nation has the same deadline for completing their taxes. Some tax professionals shared the...
Is owning your own business living up to your expectations? Like many accountants, you may have understood the demand for accountants better than the process of carving out your piece of the market. You’re great with numbers, but what about social media...
What are The Necessary Qualifications and Steps to Become a Tax Preparer? Working as a tax preparer could be a full-time or seasonal job and is in high demand during tax season. Are you good with numbers, find taxes interesting, and are considering a career in tax...