Category: Accountant - RAM Tax Prep

Top Ten Accounting Mistakes

8/1/2016

Trying to avoid payroll requirements by calling your employees, "independent contractors."
Not choosing the correct type of business entity for yourself.
Not keeping accurate and up to date records.
Not hiring a professional to help you with your accounting needs.
Not providing your accountant with timely information.
Not checking the references of your accountant
Not meeting with your accountant during the year for tax planning.
Not selecting an accountant familiar with your business/profession.
Not being truthful with your accountant.

Beware of the Accountant / Tax Preparer Who...

8/1/2014

Fails to give you his or her name, address, phone number, or current license number.
Refuses to sign your return...Something is wrong!
Refuses to give you copies of any document that he or she signs.
Makes any fraudulent, misleading, or untrue statements to get someone to use his or her services.
Charges a fee based on a percentage of your refund