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"I was told about Advantage Tax Service by a friend and when I used their services I was very pleased. Jim makes the headache of taxes so smooth and painless. He is always aware of new IRS info and such a pleasure to work with!"

Mary Gooch

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"Since I moved to Charleston in 2000 I have always made sure Advantage has prepared my tax return each year. Trustworthy - Personal - Efficient. Filed in a timely manner. Willing to go the extra mile to help!"
- P. Bulman

"This is my 4th year with y'all and I couldn't be happier with the service that I've received. You're fast, accurate, and so very friendly. I feel like I get a lot of personal attention for my money. Advantage Tax has taken the worry out of filing for me. I appreciate that you keep up-to-date with the ever-changing tax laws so that I get the maximum number of tax benefits. Keep up the great work."

Linda B.

The 2011 Tax Filing Season Has Begun!

Returns E-Filed as of 01/20/12:

141

We are a family owned and operated tax preparation firm located on West Main Street in Spartanburg, SC.

We just celebrated our nineteenth anniversary and having prepared approximately 28,000 tax returns, we pride ourselves in providing the utmost personalized service. Our staff understands the importance of making tax preparation an accurate and efficient process. Our high standards, service, and specialized staff spell the difference between our outstanding performance, and other firms.

Because we get new business from the people who know us best, client referrals continue to fuel our growth. We continue to build our business on a very basic principal, which is one satisfied client at a time. We invite you to be the next one. We look forward to serving you soon.

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Latest News

Advantage Tax Service is in full swing for the filing of 2011 Income Tax returns. Our experienced preparers are in their groove and are preparing accurate returns at a record pace. Also, we are experiencing very quick turnaround times for IRS acceptance of returns. We have extended our hours for our peak season:

Monday - Friday 8am -8pm, Saturday 8am - 5pm, Sunday 12pm - 5pm

We're blessed to have the same faces you've been accustomed to seeing in the past. Jim, Lynn and Matt are holding down the tax preparation duties and you should recognize our support staff as well. We're told by our customers that our staff continuity and experience are the main reason they visit us year after year. We've also been told by new customers this year that our fees are much lower than they have paid at other tax offices in the past.

Advantage Tax Service is proud to announce that Matt Flynn has recently obtained his Enrolled Agent designation with the Internal Revenue Service. Matt, along with Jim Flynn who is also an Enrolled Agent, have demonstrated that they are serious about their profession and the clients they serve. The following excerpt is taken from the National Association of Enrolled Agents website. For further information about Enrolled Agents please visit http://www.naea.org/memberportal/Resources/ForTaxpayers/whatis_EA.htm.

What is an Enrolled Agent?

An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-authorized tax practitioner who has technical expertise in the field of taxation and who is empowered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before all administrative levels of the Internal Revenue Service for audits, collections, and appeals.

What does the term “Enrolled Agent” mean?

“Enrolled” means to be licensed to practice by the federal government, and “Agent” means authorized to appear in the place of the taxpayer at the IRS. Only Enrolled Agents, attorneys, and CPAs may represent taxpayers before the IRS.

How does one become an Enrolled Agent?

The license is earned by passing a comprehensive examination which covers all aspects of the tax code. All candidates are subjected to a rigorous background check conducted by the IRS.

How can an Enrolled Agent help me?

Enrolled Agents advise, represent, and prepare tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, estates, trusts, and any entities with tax-reporting requirements. Enrolled Agents’ expertise in the continually changing field of taxation enables them to effectively represent taxpayers audited by the IRS.

Are Enrolled Agents required to take continuing professional education?

In addition to the stringent testing and application process, the IRS requires Enrolled Agents to complete 72 hours of continuing professional education, reported every three years, to maintain their Enrolled Agent status.

What are the differences between Enrolled Agents and other tax professionals?

Only Enrolled Agents are required to demonstrate to the IRS their competence in matters of taxation before they may represent a taxpayer before the IRS. Unlike attorneys and CPAs, who may or may not choose to specialize in taxes, all Enrolled Agents specialize in taxation. Enrolled Agents are the only taxpayer representatives who receive their right to practice from the U.S. government (CPAs and attorneys are licensed by the states).

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Testimonies from satisfied customers!

"We are very satisfied with your help on our taxes. First, your explanation on everything we received from the IRS. Second, receiving over $5,000 back after filing mistakes by another tax service were corrected. Truly, we have been blessed with the service we received from Advantage Tax Service." - G & C Rhodes

"Thank you Jim for getting me through a nerve racking time I was experiencing on previous years taxes. Your patience and knowledge helped me get out of a mess created by another tax preparer. I can assure anyone they can't go wrong with letting Advantage Tax handle their taxes." - S. Lebleau

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