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imirakov
Nov 6, 2008, 05:21 AM
How do you become a tax preparer?
Do tax preparers make good money?

tickle
Nov 6, 2008, 06:09 AM
Tax preparers are usually accountants with training in specific tax laws. If you are going to do it for the money, I suggest you take some classes.

MF Controller
Nov 6, 2008, 03:27 PM
You need to pass some state tests, become bonded. There are some online courses.

imirakov
Nov 6, 2008, 04:02 PM
you need to pass some state tests, become bonded. there are some online courses.

I know.. I am taking the courses right now. But is it a good paying career?
Is it worth the trouble?

MF Controller
Nov 7, 2008, 09:35 AM
It is worth it if you have good clientle base. Its getting that. I became licensed and bonded but then I decided that I didn't want to have people come to my house and I didn't have an office they could come to. Building the client list will be the biggest challenge, but I think the money is worth it.