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9 MUST READ Tax Preparation Tips

The tax filing deadline is right around the corner. Tax preparation mistakes may be costly. Whether you hire a professional tax service, use software, file online or via mail, these tips are designed to help you make the right decisions.

10 Steps to Tax Preparation

The earlier you start preparing your tax records and documents, the more likely you are to have a smooth tax return experience – and all the tax benefits you're due.

Tax Preparation Fees: What to Expect

Tax preparation fees aren't one size fits all. What you pay will vary—depending on the complexity of your return, who does it, and even where you live.

How to Kickstart Your Tax Preparation Business

Starting your own tax preparation business might sound intimidating on the surface, but it's an opportunity to become your own boss and have a flexible schedule while making good money.

Build & Grow Your Tax Preparation Business

Our manuals and classes show you how to build and grow your own tax preparation business. Learn more!

What Happens if You File a Tax Return Late?

Being late with a tax return has financial consequences whether you owe or are owed money. Read on to learn more.

What will new tax codes do to your tax return?

25 Small Business Tax Preparation Mistakes to Avoid From the Pros

Understanding the small business tax preparation process is important in order to avoid the tax mistakes that will cost your business money. Here are the most common business tax preparation mistakes to avoid according to the pros.

Do You Qualify for Free Tax Preparation?

Find out if you’re eligible for free tax preparation assistance and keep more of your hard-earned money.

Smart Finance Ideas for Investing Your Tax Return

Free tax preparation services for families who need them

As we’ve done in the past, Avesta is spreading the word about free tax preparation services available for households who need them. Families are fortunate that there are so many …

Filing your tax return…on your phone?

Filing your tax return is always a laborious process, but there's an easier way – via your smartphone.

5 Common Mistakes to Avoid on Your Tax Return

When it comes to filing your tax return, learn about the five common mistakes people make and how they can be avoided.

Do You Pass Inspection as a Tax Return Preparer?

The IRS has specific criteria for qualified tax return preparers.

Did You Overlook Something on a Prior Tax Return?

It is not uncommon to discover that an item of income was overlooked, a deduction was not claimed, or that an amended tax document was received after the tax return was already filed. Regardless of whether the oversight will result in more tax due or a refund, it should not be dismissed.

Oops, Did You Forget Something on a Tax Return?

If you have already filed your tax return and overlooked an item of income or forgot to claim a deduction or credit, it is not too late! An amended return can be filed to correct an already filed tax return. Failing to report an item of income will most certainly generate an IRS inquiry, which typically happens a year or more after the original return was filed and after the interest and penalties have built up. Therefore, it is best to file an…

Were you a victim of IRS Tax Return Fraud?

If you reported to the IRS that you were a victim of identity theft or if the IRS identified you as a victim of identity theft, you will be unable to use only your Social Security Number to file a tax return.

Must I, or Should I, File a Tax Return?

This is a question many taxpayers ask during this time of year, and the question is far more complicated than people believe. To fully understand, we need to consider that there are times when individuals are REQUIRED to file a tax return, and then there are times when it is to individuals' BENEFIT to file a return even if they are not required to file.