Preparing your own income tax return can be a task that leaves you with more questions than answers. According to a study released by the US Government's General Accounting Office last year, most taxpayers (77% of 71 million taxpayers) believe they benefited from using a professional tax preparer.
Current tax laws are so complicated that filing a relatively straightforward return can be confusing. It is just too easy to overlook deductions and credits to which you are entitled but not familiar with. Even using retail computer tax software is no substitute for the assistance of an experienced tax professional.
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