Tax return software makes filing easy, but knowing when to hire a professional is key
TORONTO — Imagine sitting down with a messy pile of T-slips and old receipts to file your tax return one line at a time. It sounds intimidating — and a reason why even people with unclear returns may choose to hire an accountant.
With the advent of self-filing software, however, the majority of people are able to file their own taxes without professional guidance, or the costs that go along with it. But the key is understanding when to recruit extra help.
“There’s a lot more simplification of the process with the online platforms,” says Andrea Thompson, a certified financial…Continue Reading