A correct tax return might be the main reason your clients come to you, but they should expect much more. The service you provide should extend beyond the numbers and connect directly with the people you’re helping. It doesn’t matter if they’re…
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How to price your tax preparation services
Ready to start your tax business for the new tax season but wondering how much to charge? It can be difficult to price your own services. If you’ve done any market research you’ve likely discovered that the cost of preparing any tax…
Marketing strategies to prepare your business for tax season
When it comes to taxes, 2022 was a crazy year. That’s why it’s so important to start prepping for 2023 now to ensure you get the most business out of the season. Taxpayers continue to focus on digital solutions, and there are…
Best practices for answering the phone at your tax business
When a client has an issue or wants to learn more about the services you provide, all the digital tools in the world cannot replace speaking to a real person. It doesn’t matter how comprehensive your website is or how advanced your…
5 Easy Ways to Establish Clientele as a New Preparer
“Where am I going to get clients?” It’s a question lots of tax professionals ask as they ponder starting their own tax business. Being a great tax preparer won’t get you very far if you don’t any clients to serve. However, getting…
5 Signs You Should Run A Tax School
Running your own tax school isn’t a new concept, it’s something all the national tax preparation companies do to recruit the massive amounts of tax preparers needed each season. It’s a great source of alternative revenue for your business, it helps you…
Pricing Your Services
The cost of preparing any tax return can vary dramatically among tax preparers. IRS law prohibits tax preparers from basing their fees on the amount of tax refund realized by the client. Many tax preparers charge by the hour, others operate from…
Conducting a Thorough Tax Client Interview
Your clients expect and deserve much more than just a correct tax return. That is a given. Clients will only choose you over other options if you provide a positive experience and added value. Making the experience positive and adding value requires…
Identify Your Mission and Commit to It
If you’re thinking of starting your own business, you’ll want to take some time and think about why you want to do it. Write down ALL the reasons – personal, professional, financial, and anything else you can think of. Keep these reasons…
Now is the perfect time to start a tax business!
Demand for tax preparers If you’ve ever thought about getting into the tax business, now is the time! The demand for tax preparers is real and it’s growing! With baby boomers reaching retirement age, many preparers are selling their businesses and/or relinquishing…
4 Reasons to Diversify Your Tax Business
It lowers your risk As the saying goes, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” Diversifying your tax business can help lower your risk, so you’re not relying on one main product or service to keep you going and growing. The…
The Benefits of Offering a Satisfaction Guarantee
Do you offer a guarantee for your services? It’s a very good thing for your business and one you should definitely consider. A satisfaction guarantee might read as follows: “If you are not pleased with the service you receive in the preparation…