Today's tax laws are so complicated that filing a relatively simple return can turn into a confusing and frustrating task. The tax system is so complicated that it is easy to overlook deductions and credits to which you are entitled. You may even mistakenly take advantage of deductions for which you are ineligible. Using a self-prepare software is also not a guarantee. Tax programs are unable to analyze a taxpayer's situation as a whole in order to achieve the best possible tax answer. All softwares can do is put numbers on a form. More and more people realize that there is no substitute for the assistance of an experienced tax professional. Most times a tax advisor is able achieve current and future tax savings well in excess of the fee they charge.