Are there differences in tax advisor costs depending on the federal state?
February 21, 2023 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Petra Lehmann
Dear tax advisor,
My name is Benjamin Walter and I am currently dealing with the topic of tax advisor costs. I have heard that there may be differences in the costs for tax advisors depending on the federal state and I am therefore somewhat concerned.
Currently, I live in Bavaria and have a local tax advisor who helps me with my tax return. However, I recently found out that the costs for tax advisors in other federal states might be cheaper. Since I am self-employed and need to keep a close eye on my expenses, I would like to know if there are indeed differences in tax advisor costs depending on the federal state.
I am worried that I may be paying too much for my tax advice and that it would be financially more sensible to switch to another tax advisor in a different federal state. However, I am not sure if a switch would even be worth it and if the potential savings would justify the associated hassle.
Could you please explain to me if there are indeed differences in tax advisor costs depending on the federal state? If so, could you maybe also tell me in which federal states the costs tend to be cheaper and if it would be worthwhile for me to switch my tax advisor?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Best regards,
Benjamin Walter
Dear Mr. Walter,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the costs of tax advisors. As a tax advisor, I am happy to assist you and provide some information on this topic.
Yes, there are indeed differences in tax advisor costs depending on the state. These differences can be attributed to various factors, such as the varying cost of living in each state, the demand for tax advisors in the area, the competition in the market, or the regulation of tax advisor fees by the tax advisor compensation regulation.
In Germany, there are no nationally uniform tax advisor costs, so the costs can vary in each state. However, there are no strict rules on which states are generally cheaper and in which states the costs are higher. The costs for tax advisors can vary in rural regions as well as in major cities.
It is important to note that the amount of tax advisor costs should not be the sole determining factor in choosing a tax advisor. The quality of advice, the experience of the tax advisor, personal support, and the trust relationship also play an important role. A cheaper tax advisor is not necessarily the best choice if the advice does not meet your requirements.
If you are unsure whether it would be worth changing your tax advisor, I recommend conducting a detailed cost-benefit analysis. Compare the services and prices of different tax advisors in your current state with those in other states. Also consider other factors such as accessibility, the expertise of the tax advisor, support with tax-related questions, and personal support.
If you still decide to change your tax advisor, I recommend researching extensively and obtaining various offers beforehand. It is best to arrange an informal consultation to meet the new tax advisor and assess whether there is chemistry between you and the tax advisor.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions or need assistance in finding a new tax advisor, I am happy to help.
Best regards,
Petra Lehmann
