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However, preparers have differing levels of skills, education and expertise. Your best bet is to look for a credentialed preparer, meaning someone vetted by the IRS or a state or regulatory board.

If the idea of doing your own taxes stresses you out or you simply don't have the time, it's worth hiring a tax preparer or tax advisor. A professional can help you get organized and make sure you ...

Ghost tax preparers are among the top 10 scams to watch for this tax season. Here are signs your preparer is a fraud and how to avoid these scammers.

Finding a good tax preparer can relieve a lot of stress during tax season. Here’s how to find the right one for your situation.

Legitimate tax pros will sign and include their PTIN on any return they prepare. "Ghost" preparers try to scam consumers by not signing returns—this is a red flag.

An investigation by the GAO found that, in 19 undercover visits to tax-prep centers, only two filled out a customer's taxes correctly, with the refund sometimes being off by as much as $3,000.