How much does tax preparation cost in Halifax?
The fee depends on the return's complexity, such as whether it includes a business, rental property, farm, estate, or multiple forms. Ask for a price estimate before submitting documents.
What should I bring to a tax preparer?
Bring identification, prior-year tax returns, income forms, deductible-expense records, and documentation for dependents, property, businesses, or investments that apply to your return.
How quickly can an individual tax return be prepared?
Edmonds Income Tax Services states that same-day preparation is available for most individual returns. More complex business, estate, farm, or rental returns may require additional review.
Who should I contact about an IRS audit, lien, levy, or payment plan?
Look for a preparer offering audit representation and IRS resolution services. Edmonds lists audit representation, offers in compromise, installment agreements, liens, and levies among its services; Jackson Hewitt lists audit help and representation.
What is the difference between tax preparation and ongoing business accounting?
Tax preparation focuses on filing returns, while ongoing accounting can include bookkeeping, payroll, and financial record maintenance. Ward's Tax Service lists both tax preparation and those business-support services.