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A Consumer Protection Rationale For Regulation Of Tax Return Preparers, Pippa Browde
A Consumer Protection Rationale For Regulation Of Tax Return Preparers, Pippa Browde
Marquette Law Review
Of the 150 million tax returns filed each year, approximately fifty-six percent are prepared with the help of a paid preparer. Although state-licensed lawyers and certified public accountants may prepare tax returns for clients, the vast majority of paid tax return preparers are completely unregulated. For low-income taxpayers who are eligible for refundable tax credits, these unregulated tax return preparers do more than just fill out tax returns. Return preparers who serve low-income taxpayers often also market consumer credit products, such as refund anticipation loans or checks.
Government agencies and consumer advocates have documented widespread problems with the tax return …