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We all know that tax season can be a real headache, especially if you don’t take the necessary steps towards getting your affairs in order and preparing your tax return before the April 15th deadline rolls around. Here are a few helpful tips to consider that can help you get organized, be prepared and get yourself through tax season stress free. Start Preparing Early If you haven’t already started preparing your taxes now is the time to start. Don’t put it off until the last minute that will only cause more stress and leave your scrambling to get everything done. April 15th will come faster than you think and the sooner you get started the less stressed you’ll be come the tax deadline. Get Organized Getting organized before you start filing will make the whole process run more smoothly. It’s a good idea to have all your important tax documents organized and in one place. It can be a box, folder, filing cabinet, etc. whichever will be the easiest system for you to keep organized. All important tax related documents should be kept in this filing system, including W2’s, 1099 forms, receipts, bills, checkbooks, and anything else that needs to be handed over to your certified CPA before filing. Having all of these documents ready to hand over to your certified CPA will not only make the filing process a lot easier but it will also help you get more out of your return. Choose a Good Tax Preparer There are many tax service companies to choose from but it’s important to choose wisely because the right one can make all the difference. People often make the mistake of trying to file their taxes on their own because they fear that outsourcing to a tax preparer will be a costly expense. However, self prepared tax returns have a higher rate of error and those errors could end up costing you more. The right tax preparer will have the experience and knowledge to get your taxes done right, saving you time and money. There are several things to look for when selecting a tax preparer but most importantly you want a CPA that is knowledgeable, trustworthy and dependable. A knowledgeable tax preparer will be aware of the benefits and deductions you qualify for, which will help you get the most money back on your return. You will work closely with your tax preparer and form a relationship so it’s important to have someone you trust. Having a tax preparer you trust will give you peace of mind knowing your taxes are being done effectively. Dependability is crucial, you need a tax preparer you can rely on. You want someone who will answer emails and phone calls, get done what they say they will and get things done on time. Learn From Your Mistakes If every time tax season rolls around you find yourself scrambling to get all your affairs in order, it’s time to get organized and make a plan you can stick to. What was causing that last minute stress? Not having all the documents when you needed them? Having the documents all over the place? An inefficient tax preparer? Whatever it was, learn from last year’s mistake and plan ahead. Preparation and planning can ensure you are organized and stress free come that April 15th deadline. If you are looking for a tax preparer to help you this tax season, contact the associates at Tanner LLC. Tanner LLC is the leading CPA firm in Utah and amongst the top CPA firms in the nation. The associates at Tanner LLC are dedicated to helping clients succeed and guarantee you will work closely and consistently with advisors who understand your objectives. Contact Tanner LLC today and see what their tax and audit services can do for you.
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