How much does tax consultation cost?
September 2, 2022 | 60,00 EUR | answered by Petra Lehmann
Dear tax consultant,
My name is Erika Ullmann and I am looking for a tax consultant who can help me with the preparation of my tax return. I have never used the services of a tax consultant before and I am therefore unsure of what to expect financially.
My current situation is as follows: I am an employee in a medium-sized company and have additional income from freelance work. I feel overwhelmed by the variety of tax forms and would like to seek professional assistance to avoid making mistakes and to submit everything correctly.
My concerns are that the costs of tax consultation may be too high for me and that I may not be able to afford it. I wonder if investing in a tax consultant is worth it and if the financial benefits from tax savings would offset the costs.
Therefore, my question to you is: How much would the cost of tax consultation be in my case? What services are included in this price and are there ways to reduce the costs? I would like to receive a transparent overview of the costs involved in order to make an informed decision.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Best regards,
Erika Ullmann
Dear Mrs. Ullmann,
Thank you for your inquiry and interest in my tax advisory services. I am happy to provide you with an overview of the costs of tax advisory services in your case.
The costs for tax advisory services can vary depending on the scope of services and the complexity of your tax situation. In your case, as an employee with additional income from self-employment, the preparation of your tax return may be more complex than someone with only income from employment. Therefore, it is advisable to seek professional help to avoid errors and to make the most of possible tax benefits.
The costs for tax advisory services can be charged either as a flat fee or on an hourly rate basis. Flat fees can vary depending on the scope of advice and effort involved, while the hourly rate typically ranges between 80 and 150 euros. In your case, a flat fee billing may be sensible to keep the costs transparent.
The services included in the costs generally cover the preparation of the tax return, advice on tax matters, review of tax assessments, and if necessary, representation before tax authorities. Optimizing your tax situation and advice on tax optimization may also be part of the services.
There are various ways to reduce the costs of tax advisory services. Firstly, you can minimize the working time of the tax advisor by preparing well and collecting all necessary documents. Additionally, there is also the possibility to deduct certain costs for tax purposes, such as the costs for tax advisory services themselves.
I recommend discussing the exact costs and services in a personal conversation with a tax advisor. During this discussion, you can also address your individual tax situation and jointly explore ways to optimize costs.
I hope that this information has been helpful and I am available for further questions.
Best regards,
Petra Lehmann
