[bp243]

Originally Posted by Badger 2006

Possibly not needing to rent office space and the related costs ie; hire office staff, utilities, etc can easily offset the gas and maintenance. The convenience for retirees that have a difficult time getting out. Seems like a great idea.

How wonderful in every way! It’s a win-win!

[Kilroy]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

My accountant in NY of 30 years is retiring---any recommendations for a local replacement?

Randy Hayes in Alhambra Village, 4844374395

[JC and John]

Originally Posted by Debfrommaine

We've used him for three years, no issues, nice guy.

Another vote for Mark Murphy. We have used him for 10 years and are very satisfied with his work. Agree, nice guy.

[chrissy2231]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

My accountant in NY of 30 years is retiring---any recommendations for a local replacement?

Ellin Cronin 352-350-1951

[Jazzcat]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

My accountant in NY of 30 years is retiring---any recommendations for a local replacement?

We moved here from NY and have been using the CPA firm Scott, Stackrow & Co of Troy NY for years. They are excellent to work with, very responsive and everything can be transmitted electronically. 518-274-9081 or see their website at scottstackrow.com for lots of up to date tax info and tips.

[Carla B]

Originally Posted by chrissy2231

Ellin Cronin 352-350-1951

I don't know her but know of her. She is not a CPA but is enrolled to practice before the IRS. I took a college tax course years ago where the professor was of the opinion that enrolled agents, in general, have more knowledge of taxes than do CPA's because they study the tax code exclusively, whereas CPA's learn accounting first, then study the tax code.

[Nucky]

I got a guy. His name is Vinny. He works out of his van down near the waterfront near the Naval Yard on Atlantic Avenue. He is from the company Run, Lie & Deny. Guaranteed to get you a great refund. If you happen to be found guilty he’s got a guy named Cutler who will be free for a great defense. On second thought you might be better off with TurboTax.

[manaboutown]

My thought is to seek to find an accounting firm or individual familiar with one's particular situation. In past years whenever I changed accountants I had to familiarize the new one with the quirks of my business and particular needs. In my case I still use a firm located in the state of my primary business which I continue to operate.

While many if not most Florida accountants are familiar with the typical components of the income streams of retirees some filers such as retired physicians, military and teachers might have unique requirements tied to their professions.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by Nucky

I got a guy. His name is Vinny. He works out of his van down near the waterfront near the Naval Yard on Atlantic Avenue. He is from the company Run, Lie & Deny. Guaranteed to get you a great refund. If you happen to be found guilty he’s got a guy named Cutler who will be free for a great defense. On second thought you might be better off with TurboTax.

I know Vinny. A few years ago he gave me an 80 inch TV----it fell off a truck

[FredJacobs]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Hard to believe how anyone can make a living driving around to make house calls
with the vehicle cost plus maintenance and gas prices the way they are.

I do taxes and one of the things that keep my clients happy is that I drive over to pick up their tax forms and 2-days later, deliver and review their tax returns. The convenience of not having to make an appointment with AARP, spending 3-hours while your returns are prepared, are some of the reasons why my clients return year after year. By the way, I am not a CPA.

[Worldseries27]

Originally Posted by nucky

i got a guy. His name is vinny. He works out of his van down near the waterfront near the naval yard on atlantic avenue. He is from the company run, lie & deny. Guaranteed to get you a great refund. If you happen to be found guilty he’s got a guy named cutler who will be free for a great defense. On second thought you might be better off with turbotax.

capiche

[Worldseries27]

I know a guy who knows

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by golfing eagles

I know Vinny. A few years ago he gave me an 80 inch TV----it fell off a truck

That’s him. I thought we were in big trouble when our accountant passed away. What a gem he was. His jerky son took over his business and I was audited twice.
Our taxes got much easier the following years and I started doing them myself. It was rough in the beginning but has gotten progressively easier. I’ve tried everything and really feel comfortable with TurboTax. I don’t let it overwhelm me. I just do a little when I feel up to it and before you know it it’s time to send them in. It’s not a chore anymore, it’s a pleasure. Your situation may be a little more complicated than mine but you are one smart man, you could figure it out.

[Babubhat]

Find a CPA with a masters in tax. Once passing the exam you specialize. It’s overkill for routine returns. Every preparer will use software. Remember YOU are responsible for the information on the return.

[RiderOnTheStorm]

Originally Posted by Nucky

I got a guy. His name is Vinny. He works out of his van down near the waterfront near the Naval Yard on Atlantic Avenue. He is from the company Run, Lie & Deny. Guaranteed to get you a great refund. If you happen to be found guilty he’s got a guy named Cutler who will be free for a great defense. On second thought you might be better off with TurboTax.

Sounds much better than my former firm; Dewey, Skrewum and Howe.