What additional fees can occur with tax consulting?
July 15, 2024 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Petra Lehmann
Dear Tax Advisor,
My name is Jenny Köhler and I am looking for a tax advisor to assist me with my tax matters. I have heard that in addition to the actual tax advisor fees, there may be additional fees that could arise, and I am therefore somewhat concerned about possible unexpected costs.
Currently, I am self-employed and need assistance with preparing my tax return and optimizing my tax situation. Since I am not knowledgeable in this area, it is important for me to find a competent tax advisor who can support me in a trustworthy and transparent manner.
My concern is that I may be faced with high additional fees at the end that I have not budgeted for. Therefore, I would like to know in advance what possible additional costs I may incur and how I can prepare for them.
Could you please explain to me what additional fees may arise in tax advisory services and how I can protect myself from them? Are there specific services that are charged separately, or are there ways to keep costs within a certain range?
Thank you in advance for your support and assistance with my concerns.
Sincerely,
Jenny Köhler
Dear Ms. Köhler,
Thank you for your inquiry and your interest in my tax consulting services. I understand your concern about possible additional costs and would like to provide you with all necessary information to give you more clarity.
First and foremost, I would like to emphasize that tax consultant fees can typically consist of various components. In addition to the actual fee of the tax consultant, there may also be additional fees. These can arise, for example, when additional effort is required for specific services, such as the preparation of complex tax returns, advice on tax optimization possibilities, or representation before tax authorities.
It is important that you communicate transparently with your tax consultant from the beginning and clearly articulate your expectations and needs. Based on this, your tax consultant can provide you with a personalized offer that breaks down the expected costs precisely. This way, you will have clarity from the outset about the fees involved and can prepare accordingly.
To prevent possible unexpected costs, I recommend having regular discussions with your tax consultant and keeping informed about the current status. This way, you can discuss possible additional services in advance and respond accordingly.
Furthermore, there is also the option to agree on flat fees with your tax consultant to keep the costs within a certain framework. With a flat fee, you will receive a fixed price agreement for the services provided, so you do not have to worry about unexpected fees.
Overall, it is important that you feel well advised when choosing a tax consultant and can trust them. Only then can you work together on an optimal solution for your tax matters.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best regards,
Petra Lehmann
