Getting Started in Tax Consulting
The Complete, Authoritative Guide to Getting Started in Tax ConsultingTax consulting and return preparation is a fast-paced, dynamic industry–one that promises high earning potential. In this book, tax advisor Gary Carter shows you just what it takes to become an in-demand tax consultant. You’ll discover how to break into the tax business, even with relatively limited education and training, and build a path to your new career with Carter’s five-step formula for success. Brimming with expert advice from tax professionals and featuring up-to-the-minute coverage of everything from qualifications and employment opportunities to Internet resources, Getting Started in Tax Consulting shows you how to:Assess your personality fit for the tax professionFormulate your business plan for starting a tax practiceFind a niche for your tax servicesChoose between a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a C corporation, an S corporation, and a limited liability companySet your fees and market your servicesPerform research–an essential skill of the tax professionalMake the IRS your partner and advisor–not your adversaryStart a Web-based tax service