Why Boutique Tax Preparation Services?
Top 3 Reasons
to choose Gold Hummingbird over DIY software or big-box options like your corporate seasonal office:
1
It’s a brave new world
The tax code has just changed DRAMATICALLY. I have received extensive training in this new tax code that DIY options do not offer.
2
Pricing Transparency
Big-box tax offices are notoriously difficult to get a tax preparation cost estimate from. Mine are easy to access online.
3
A Boutique Experience
Complementary currier services, year-round accessibility, and a range of educational options to make for a smoother tax season in 2023.
4
Comprehensive Care
I truly care about the overall financial health of my clients. Most seasonal tax preparers do not lose sleep over your taxes—I do.
"Litonya of Gold Hummingbird has been preparing my taxes and educating me on cashflow management for years. Her patience, comprehensive knowledge, and experience in a variety of financial roles make her an ideal tax preparer and educator."
— MADISON T., GOLD HUMMINGBIRD CLIENT
FAQs
Where do you provide complementary currier services?
All of Clark County, Washington is included in the complementary currier service.
Why would I pay someone else when I could just use DIY software?
While DIY software can be a great option for those with only W-2’s, it isn’t as great of an option for those of us with more complex financial lives.
If you have a business, contractors, a mortgage, investment income, rental properties, are married filing separately, are widowed, have multiple dependents, or any combination thereof, it is best to work with a pro.
In short, if you have a more complex return and make a mistake using DIY software, you miss out on valuable tax strategies. Strategies that help prevent you from overpaying the government, or—worse—underpaying the government.
What’s so horrible about utilizing seasonal big-box tax prep offices?
Nothing!
I worked as a tax preparer for a seasonal big-box tax prep office for the first five years of my tax-prep career. I decided to leave this environment because of a lack of transparency, efficiency, and a desire to provide a more tailored experience for my clients.
With my own practice, I can also personally provide additional education & consulting services year-round. Big-box options may say that they have "year-round services,” but outside of tax season, you’ll get a pro from out of state who knows nothing about you or your situation.
If you’re okay with the seasonal big-box, corporate mentality, go for it!
