going to an accountant or h&r block?
2007-02-02 01:21:24 · 9 answers · asked by kristin747 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Personal Finance
I am a CPA, so this may be a bit biased. It depends on your situation. If you have anything more than a W-2 and interest income, then you should go to an accountant. My parents had gone to one of those places (H&R Block, Liberty, etc.) prior to me graduating college, and their returns were messed up. I had to file amended returns for them. The person who did them at one of those places did not even know about a simple depreciation method. We found out that this person had about 2 weeks of experience, and that was it. I think you are better off doing it yourself with turbotax, then going to one of those places in the mall. A good accountant or CPA will save you much more than their fee would be.
2007-02-02 01:32:26 · answer #1 · answered by Lip Service 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
H & R Block can be ok but if you really want to have a qualified person then do so research into Accountants in your area and pay the extra. I have used both in the past with good and bad results. I had an accountant that use to take chances with my returns and I found this out during an audit...cost me thousands before it got cleared up. I would go with an Accountant but no matter what you decide..."double check that returns a little bit yourself and don't completely rely on anyone! Take an active role in your money, taxes and future as it is your responcilbilty to yourself and loved ones."
2007-02-02 03:22:17 · answer #2 · answered by utahbugtussel 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
An accountant. But unless your taxes are extremely complicated - I would suggest TurboTax on-line. It is very thorough and easy to use. Through TurboTax you can file on-line and can even get audit support if you feel more comfortable using it. You do not pay for the service until you file ( around $39.95) - so you can actually go on-line and try it first. There are no obligations to purchase. I have used it for years and our taxes ARE fairly complicated. I have been very pleased with the money I have saved..
2007-02-02 01:34:38 · answer #3 · answered by arkiemom 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
An accountant....defintatly!
2007-02-02 01:28:48 · answer #4 · answered by khester05 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
go to an accountant.
2007-02-02 02:56:54 · answer #5 · answered by georgewallace78 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say a accountant!
2007-02-02 01:28:17 · answer #6 · answered by ~*Sweet Pea*~ 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
accountant
2007-02-02 01:24:13 · answer #7 · answered by mystery_me 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Turbo Tax or if you don't have much then just do it yourself.
2007-02-02 03:49:51 · answer #8 · answered by parsonsel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
JUST INVEST ALL YOUR MONEY IN MY BUSINESS, I SELL CRACK BY THE CORNER.
2007-02-02 01:56:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋