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Consulting a tax professional is generally a good idea when transactions are complex, you expect many forms, or you receive notices from the tax authority. Complexity includes business ownership, significant investment sales (capital gains and loss calculations), international income, estate or trust matters, partnership allocations, or unusual tax credits and deductions. A qualified preparer or advisor can interpret complicated rules, identify legitimate planning opportunities, and reduce the risk of costly mistakes that generate audits or penalties. Many taxpayers find that a single consult at a pivotal life event (selling a business, inheritance, major investment liquidation) pays for itself in saved tax or reduced risk.
In addition, when a notice or audit letter arrives, a professional can read the notice, advise on documentation, and represent you during communications with the tax authority. For routine wage-only returns, software often suffices; for anything beyond that, a conversation with a professional helps weigh options and ensures compliance. Choose an advisor with the right credentials and experience for your issue (CPA, EA, tax attorney), and keep engagement notes and copies of advice for future reference. This targeted use of professional help keeps costs proportional to stakes and avoids preventable pitfalls.
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