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Who Can DIY Their Taxes - and Who Should Use a Pro

There are always a handful of people that I run into this time of year who like to brag about the fact that they do their own taxes. Always have, they say -- and always will.

If you're one of these folks, I applaud you for tackling this task. It's very complicated, time-consuming and stressful -- and that's exactly why I would caution you to at least consider whether it makes more sense to have a professional help you this year.

Yes, You Can Do It Yourself. But That Doesn't Mean You Should.

A point that many people don't consider when making the decision to

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