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When is it best to hire an accountant to file taxes?

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Christopher Demetriou
When is it best to hire an accountant to file taxes?

When it comes to filing taxes, many people choose to use a tax software package. While this is a perfectly viable option for some people, it's not always the best one. In fact, using tax software is usually just as good as having an accountant do your taxes for you.


If you're not confident in your ability to file your taxes, it's worth hiring an accountant to do them for you. But when is it best to hire a taxes accountant? Here are some points to consider:

  1. You're new to filing taxes. If you've never filed taxes before, this process can be overwhelming. You'll have a lot of questions about which forms to use and where to file them. An accountant can walk you through all this information step by step so that you don't miss anything important.
  2. You have complicated tax issues. If you have investments or other assets that affect your taxes, having expert help with your return is invaluable. An accountant will know how to handle everything from stocks and bonds to real estate holdings on your behalf.
  3. Your income fluctuates from year to year. If your income changes dramatically from year to year say if you work part-time one year but full-time the next hiring an accountant can help ensure that your return reflects these changes correctly so that you get the maximum refund possible each year.
  4. You have complicated financial situations: If you own multiple businesses, have international income, or are subject to self-employment tax, it may be worth hiring an accountant instead of doing your own taxes. An accountant can help you determine how much money you owe in taxes and how much you can expect back from the government in refund or credits.
  5. You want expert advice about your finances: As an entrepreneur, you rely on your instincts when making decisions about your business. But sometimes these instincts aren't always right especially when it comes to accounting and finance matters. An accountant can help guide you through some of these decisions by providing expert advice and recommendations based on their experience in the industry, which could save both time and money down the road.
  6. You have no idea what kind of deductions are available for you and/or how much money you could save by claiming them properly, which is actually pretty common among young people who don't have kids or pensions yet (which are both big deductions). 
  7. The more complex your tax situation, the greater the likelihood that hiring an accountant will be worth the cost. That's because accountants have access to software and other tools that make it easier for them to spot deductions that are often overlooked by individuals. For example, if you own rental property or run a small business, an accountant may be able to identify deductions that could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year.
  8. If you've never filed taxes before and are unsure about what information is required or how to fill out forms correctly, it's probably best to hire an accountant. An expert can guide you through the process and make sure everything is filed correctly so there are no penalties or other complications later on down the line.


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