What happens if I cannot pay the costs for my tax advisor?
March 7, 2022 | 60,00 EUR | answered by Ingo Koch
Dear tax advisor,
My name is Emilia Reimann and I have some questions regarding the costs for my tax advisor. In the past, I have always paid my bills on time, but currently I am in a financially difficult situation and I am wondering what would happen if I can no longer afford to pay the costs for my tax advisor.
I have been struggling with some unexpected expenses in the past few months and my income is currently not sufficient to meet all my obligations. I am worried that my tax advisor may not be able to assist me anymore if I am unable to pay the bills. Additionally, I am wondering if there could be legal consequences if I am unable to pay the costs.
I would like to know if there are any possibilities to reduce the costs for my tax advisor or to arrange a payment plan. Are there any government assistance options available to cover the costs for tax advisory services when one is in financial difficulties?
I would greatly appreciate it if you could assist me in this matter and provide me with possible solutions to continue using the services of my tax advisor, even if my financial situation is not optimal at the moment.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Emilia Reimann
Dear Mrs. Reimann,
I understand your concerns regarding the costs of your tax advisor in this financially difficult situation. It is important that you educate yourself about this issue and find possible solutions to continue to benefit from the support of your tax advisor.
If you are unable to pay the costs of your tax advisor anymore, there can be various consequences. Your tax advisor has the right to suspend his services until the outstanding invoices are settled. This could mean that you no longer receive advice and may encounter problems with your tax return or other tax matters.
However, it is important to note that your tax advisor usually also has an interest in working with you and finding a solution to overcome your financial difficulties. Therefore, it is advisable to have an open conversation with your tax advisor about your situation and look for solutions together.
One way to reduce the costs of your tax advisor could be to negotiate installment payments. Some tax advisors are willing to make installment payment agreements to accommodate their clients. Therefore, discuss with your tax advisor the possibility of installment payments and clarify the terms.
There are also government support options to cover the costs of tax advisor services when facing financial difficulties. In some cases, you can apply for legal aid at the tax office to receive financial assistance for the costs of a tax advisor. However, this may vary from case to case, so I recommend that you inquire with your local tax office about the specific requirements and possibilities.
Overall, it is important to have an open conversation with your tax advisor about your financial situation and work together to find solutions to continue to benefit from his support. I hope this information is helpful to you and wish you success in resolving your financial matters.
Sincerely,
Ingo Koch
