An easy way to find a local tax return preparer is probably to search online for "tax preparers near me" and pick someone from the list. But that isn't the best way. If you want a qualified, honest, ...

Make sure the person you choose is a verified preparer by checking that they have a Preparer Tax Identification Number, or PTIN, in the IRS’s database. Establish a relationship with a potential tax ...

A. Choosing the wrong tax preparer could cost you thousands of dollars over time. Each taxpayer has different needs, so the complexity of your return counts a lot here. Bernie Kiely, a certified ...

Here are tips and recommendations on how to hire a C.P.A. or tax accountant near you — or further afield, if your local options are limited. By Janet Berry-Johnson Ms. Berry-Johnson is a Certified ...