Do you need a tax accountant?

Question

Do you need a tax accountant?

Answer 1

Nope

Answer 2

I don't.  Do you?

Answer 3

You can:

Do your own taxes.

If low income, get the IRS or a volunteer to do them.

Pay a preparer (who may or may not be licensed).

Pay an enrolled agent (took a test that focuses solely on tax preparation, takes continuing education and is licensed to represent you before the IRS).

Pay a CPA or attorney (took a test, may not have a tax focus, etc).

It's your choice.  If you have a serious issue, an EA is often the best bang for the buck....

Answer 4

depends on the situation.

Answer 5

Not if you feel comfortable doing your own taxes.  Unless you have a complicated tax situation, using a tax software package is fine for most people.