Saving you thousands and giving you more write-offs at the same time?! You’re welcome 😉 We get it—hiring a tax pro can feel like just another expense. You answer some questions, sign your return, and then suddenly, you’re paying both the IRS and your tax pro. Oof. It’s easy to wonder: Is this really worth it?

Spoiler alert: YES. The amount of money, time, and peace of mind a tax professional saves you is easily worth their fee—often ten times over. But don’t just take our word for it. We asked a totally neutral, completely unbiased third party (aka ChatGPT) what it thought about hiring a tax pro, and here’s what it said:

“Small business owners working with a tax professional can save an average of $10,000–$30,000 per year, depending on their ability to optimize deductions and credits.
In contrast, DIY tax filers often leave significant money on the table, with some estimates indicating they miss out on 20%–30% of potential tax savings due to overlooked deductions or errors.
A tax professional’s expertise in navigating deductions, business expenses, and tax strategies can often lead to substantial savings that far outweigh their fees.”

The Hidden Costs of DIY Taxes

Still thinking about doing your taxes solo? Here’s what you might be missing:

• Overlooked Deductions – Did you know home office expenses, mileage, and business meals can all be deducted? Many DIYers miss out on thousands in potential savings simply because they don’t know what to claim.
• Costly Errors – A small mistake on your tax return can lead to penalties, audits, or even more money owed to the IRS. Tax pros know exactly how to keep you compliant and maximize your savings. It’s literally their job to know the ins and outs of tax law.
• Time Drain – Filing taxes isn’t just about plugging numbers into software. It takes research, record-keeping, and second-guessing. A tax pro frees up that time so you can focus on running your business (and making more money)
• Mental Health  The anxiety attack, the stress dreams where the IRS shows up at your door in matching suits, the endless late-night Googling—yeah, doing taxes yourself can do a number on you. If you need to rebrand your tax bill as a therapy bill to make it an easier pill to swallow, we’re all here for that. Handing it off to a pro? Well, that’s just self-care.

The ROI of Hiring a Tax Pro

Hiring a tax professional isn’t just about avoiding mistakes—it’s about actively increasing your tax savings. They know the latest tax laws, strategies, and loopholes that can keep more money in your pocket. The return on investment? Easily thousands per year (again, just ask Chat GPT).

Let’s Get Those Savings

So, if keeping more of your hard-earned money sounds good to you (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love that?), it might be time to bring in the tax pro. Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful—or expensive—when you’ve got the right team on your side.

Ready to make tax season way less stressful? Let’s chat. We’ve got your back—and your bottom line. 

Not sure where to start in the first place? Check out our post How Small Business Taxes Work.