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Adam Wake
by on December 17, 2020
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The adaption to the digital economy has been a game-changer for many budding entrepreneurs as it has allowed them to start their own business. However, most entrepreneurs struggle with the complex tax laws associated with a business. One would need to look at a variety of laws before filing one's income tax return. Apart from that, GST also needs to be considered. In such circumstances, it is better to hire a professional who can look after your tax requirements and considerations. Most entrepreneurs, however, are reluctant to spend or pay the fees to hire a professional tax consultant. Tax advisory services should not be viewed as an expense but instead as an investment by entrepreneurs. Not only will such a service help you in the present but has future benefits as well.

Here is why hiring a tax consultant is an important aspect of the growth of your business:

 1.    Subject expertise:

A tax consultant is an expert in the aforementioned topics as he is involved with such transactions daily. This allows them to comprehend the situation in a faster manner and also to find quick solutions to daily problems.

2.    Tax Planning:

Most entrepreneurs often confuse taxations as merely filing of tax returns. Tax return filing comprises a variety of topics which also includes tax planning. A tax consultant can help you reduce the total tax paid by your business by taking the help of various provisions in the law. This will allow the business to retain more profits to reinvest in the business. Tax advisory services are not limited to tax filing and payment and could help one establish the structure of the business as well to take the best advantage of available tax law

3.    Foresight:

As an entrepreneur, the sole focus of the owner would be on the business and how to increase profits. A tax advisor or consultant however would be able to see beyond such numbers and how it will affect your overall tax liability. If merely profits are considered, many transactions would be conducted which might not be allowed by tax laws. Through tax advisory services, one can be aware of such tax laws and reduce such risks.

4.    Time and Cost savings:

Tax advisory services result in both cost and time savings for the entrepreneur. A tax advisor would be able to file your tax returns much faster than if done by one on their own. Such saved time can be invested in the business. Apart from time, the knowledge about relevant laws also would allow the tax advisor to reduce your taxes wherever possible. This results in savings of costs as well. Many a time, the cost-saving through such means and the time saved would be much worth much more than the fees paid to such professionals.

Professional services are often subjected to ridicule as it is felt that their services are too exorbitant. However, a good tax consultant would not only help you plan and grow your business but also provide you proper and relevant guidance that would result in cost reduction, higher efficiency and allow you to focus on your business.

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