There’s a myth floating around that Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) do tax planning. But, the CPA exam does not delve into tax planning. For your average CPA, tax planning is an independent subject, removed from accounting, tax preparation, financial reporting, audits and consulting. So, let’s dispel the myth.

1. When has your CPA or tax preparer shared an idea that saved you at least $1,000 in taxes?  It’s not likely to happen in the future if it has not happened in the past. CPAs are generally not proactive tax planners. They are costing you amazing vacations, college tuition, or new …

In the dental profession the roles of the dental assistant versus the dental hygienist are pretty clear. However, to the average consumer of dental services there is very little distinction. In our industry, tax planning, we see the same blurred lines amongst consumers. When it comes to tax planning services the average consumer is often not aware that there is a clear distinction between the role of a tax planning specialist and a CPA/tax preparer.

First, let’s examine the definition of your CPA – an individual who has passed the uniform CPA examination administered by the American Institute Of Certified …

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