Grow your practice What You Should Know to Start Your Own Tax Practice Read the Article Open Share Drawer Share this: Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Written by Tara Stratton Published Aug 22, 2016 1 min read Whether you are just graduating from college, have worked for years at a firm or tax store and are ready to set out on your own, or are embarking on a second career in professional tax preparation, starting your own professional tax practice can be a complex process, with IRS requirements and often-changing tax laws adding to the intricacy. To help you hit the ground running in your new venture, Intuit® ProConnect™ put together a guide to walk you through every step of the process, including getting registered, determining your business model, understanding the tax certification options, getting tools to streamline tax preparation and growing your practice with the right marketing tools so that you can quickly thrive in your new practice. We’ve also included a checklist you can print and keep on your desk to help you manage your progress toward your dream career. Visit “How to Start a Professional Tax Practice” to learn more and take the first step today. Leave us a note below and let us know how you’re progressing! Previous Post 5 Keys to a Successful Tax Practice Next Post Embrace Your Client Reviews to Improve Your Practice Written by Tara Stratton Tara Stratton is a marketing manager for Intuit® Accountants, where she has worked since 2015. She earned her MBA from Southern Methodist University. In her free time, she enjoys running, camping, traveling, and spending time with her friends, family, and dog. More from Tara Stratton Comments are closed. Browse Related Articles Tax Law and News When does a hobby become a business? Tax Law and News Is the IRS contacting your clients? Verify! Practice Management Practical uses of AI for productivity & client work Tax Law and News August 2025 tax and compliance deadlines Tax Law and News Big Beautiful Bill tax deductions for workers and seniors Advisory Services White paper: Scaling advisory services to your clients Tax Law and News Year-round tax planning tips for clients Practice Management Optimizing your firm for hybrid and remote work Grow your practice Scale your firm, your way Advisory Services Modern marriage issues: Postnup agreements