I'm sure the answers will vary on this.
I've used the same accountant for years for me, my partner, and my mom. Hes very good with returning emails and I like him. That said, the three returns are extremely simple--no real estate, no trading, etc I'd do it myself on TurboTax , but I just like the idea of having a point person and security of knowing it's being done professionaly. Charges us $225 per return.
Today, I asked how much he will charge for an additional return for my sister. He writes back their fees are changing due to costs and new client returns are $500 and the existing returns he does for us will now be $300 per. I find this unacceptable. A 30-40% increase is too much.
For those with relatively simple returns, do you do TurboTax or walk in to like an H & R Block type place? if so, whats your opinion ?
thanks!