Re: Americans want simpler taxes

On Sun, 17 Mar 2024 18:39:04 +0100, D <nospam@example.net> wrote:

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I heard that a company called turbotax is responsible for a lot of
lobbying with the goal of keeping the tax code complicated

US's tax code has always been a maze for those using loopholes, before
TT.

For individuals not using credits or deductions, they could do their
taxes but most don't.

Apr 10, 2019
"According to the IRS, nearly 90% of U.S. taxpayers pay a professional
or use software to file."
https://www.marketplace.org/2019/04/10/why-so-few-people-truly-diy-their-taxes/

A recent GOBankingRates study revealed that roughly three-quarters of
Americans plan to file their taxes on their own this year, either
using do-it-yourself tax software or completely by themselves with no
assistance. Nearly one-third (31.4%) are going it alone, while 44% are
relying on programs provided by H&R Block or TurboTax.

Nearly 22% use a certified public accountant (CPA) to help with their
tax returns, while a small percentage (3%) rely on a tax lawyer.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/75-americans-plan-file-own-183553544.html