Unfortunately, some tax preparers will prey on their client's trust for their own personal profit. By law, New Yorkers must be given a copy of the Consumer Bill of Rights Regarding Tax Preparers before hiring someone to do their taxes. Commissioner Hoffman also said that taxpayers who are due a refund could wind up paying a portion of that refund back to a preparer if they don't understand the difference between the electronic filing options offered by many tax preparers. There are typically no additional charges if a check is deposited directly into a taxpayer's bank account. That's why the Consumer Bill of Rights Regarding Taxpayers is so crucial.
Many consumers still prefer to file their own taxes.
There are so many tools available to consumers to make filing on their own easier. Consumers can consider tax preparation computer software that explains each step while saving precious time. This software allows quick, accurate calculations and virtually eliminates mathematical errors. These programs also print out forms accepted by the IRS for filing. Taxpayers should also take advantage of hundreds of tax websites that offer tips, information and direct links to the IRS website.