Letter of Engagement
Thank you for choosing United Tax Service to prepare your federal and applicable state income tax returns for the requested tax year. This letter outlines the scope of our services and the terms of our engagement.
Scope of Services
United Tax Service will prepare your tax return based solely on the information and documentation you provide. You are responsible for ensuring all information is complete, accurate, and supported by proper documentation. We do not audit, verify, or independently confirm the information submitted. Our services are limited to tax preparation and should not be relied upon to detect errors, fraud, or other illegal acts. However, any material issues identified during preparation will be brought to your attention.
Responsibilities and Authorization
By signing this agreement, you confirm that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge. You understand that providing false or misleading information may result in penalties or criminal consequences under federal or state law. You agree to hold United Tax Service harmless for errors resulting from incorrect or incomplete information you provide and authorize United Tax Service to electronically file your tax return on your behalf.
Fees and Payment Terms
Tax preparation fees are due at the time services are rendered. If your refund is delayed, reduced, intercepted, mailed, or withheld for any reason, you remain fully responsible for all fees owed. You authorize United Tax Service to collect outstanding fees via ACH debit from the bank account you provide or through another agreed-upon payment method. Failure to pay fees may result in collection actions. Tax preparation fees are not subject to dispute due to IRS or government processing delays.
Record Retention
Original documents will be returned to you upon completion of services. You are responsible for maintaining your tax records. United Tax Service will retain copies of your records and work papers for up to three years, after which they will be securely destroyed. Paper copies of tax returns may be provided for an additional fee.
E-Filing and Document Authorization
Our engagement concludes upon delivery of your completed return or successful electronic filing with your authorization. If you choose not to e-file through our office, you assume full responsibility for timely filing. Your signature authorizes the use of electronic signatures on IRS Forms 1040, 8879, 7216, and any other required tax documents.
Treasury Offset Program Authorization
By signing this engagement letter, you authorize United Tax Service to contact the U.S. Treasury Offset Program (TOP) at 1-800-304-3107 for the sole purpose of verifying whether your federal tax refund is subject to offset. Possible offsets may include past-due taxes, child support, student loans, or other government obligations. This authorization is for verification only and does not permit United Tax Service to resolve or negotiate any outstanding debts on your behalf.
Final Acknowledgment
By checking the box below, you confirm that you understand and agree to the terms of this engagement and authorize United Tax Service to prepare and file your tax return.