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Many tax preparation services offer ample expertise in the field, but how do you select the best fit for your project? First, it's important to cultivate an understanding of the industry in order to set expectations. We've compiled some simple FAQs to help you do just that.

• What does a tax preparation firm do?

  A tax preparation firm is a type of service provider that specializes in accounting functions, mainly explaining, arranging, and completing tax-related paperwork for their clients. To ensure tax compliance, private companies and entrepreneurs typically hire them for full-time or seasonal positions.

• What questions do you need to ask before hiring a tax preparation firm?

  -What is your tax preparation process? -Do you have experience working with clients in a similar field or industry as mine? -What do you need from my end to file my tax paperwork? -Do you have a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN)?