| You need to avoid errors on your tax return and IRS | | | | see if there were any complaints against the tax |
| problems, so select your tax preparer wisely. | | | | preparer. Also know if the tax preparer is affiliated to |
| The following factors can help you select a tax | | | | any organization. |
| preparer: | | | | - Check their credentials. If you need help at an IRS |
| - Know the service fee. Don't hire somebody whose | | | | audit or appeals hearing, only lawyers, CPAs, and |
| service fee is established on a part of your claim or | | | | enrolled agents can represent you. |
| refund. | | | | In your meeting with the tax preparer, he will want to |
| - Find stability. Find a tax preparer who'll stick around | | | | look over your records and receipts. Questions about |
| after April 15 and will be able to answer inquiries from | | | | your deductions, expenses, and income will be asked. |
| you or the IRS if they arise. | | | | They need to warrant the accuracy of their work, be |
| - Examine the tax preparer's references. | | | | able to make corrections if a mistake is uncovered, |
| - Research Check with the Better Business Bureau to | | | | and be willing to help you at an IRS audit. |