Jackson Hewitt Tax Service formerly CNYS is ready to Serve Taxpayers

With tax season here, Jackson Hewitt, formerly CNYS Tax Service is open and ready to help you with your tax return. The tax professionals there are well versed and updated on the very latest breaking tax laws and changes for the upcoming season.

As the tax season approaches and consumers start to make plans for filing their 2012 tax returns, Jackson Hewitt offers these suggestions on what to look for in a tax preparer:

• Experience: Select a tax preparer that is well-established and has proven experience preparing many different types of tax returns. For example, if you are self-employed, be sure to ask if your preparer has expertise in this area.
• Knowledge: The 2012 tax year has not seen too many significant changes in tax laws thus far, but in light of all the local disasters, ensure that your preparers is knowledgeable on Casualty and Loss tax returns.
• Accuracy: Verify that a tax preparer has quality, up-to-date software with built-in error checks. For an additional accuracy check, work with a tax preparer who files tax returns electronically via IRS e-file, which checks for common mistakes, provides confirmation that a tax return has been received by the IRS and offers faster receipt of an expected refund. Jackson Hewitt provides free electronic filing with paid tax preparation.
• Guarantee: A reputable tax preparer stands by his or her work. Ensure that you will be reimbursed all penalties and interest charged by a taxing authority for any tax preparer error. At Jackson Hewitt, every paid tax return comes with a free Accuracy Guarantee. (Terms and conditions apply. Ask tax preparer for details.)
• Year-Round Support: Finally, be sure that the tax preparer provides year-round access should tax-related questions or concerns arise.

To learn more please visit the office conveniently located off of Route 13 at 114 North Street, Dryden, NY or call 607-748-1400.