ENGAGEMENT LETTER FOR TAX PREPARATION SERVICES

INTRODUCTION

This Engagement Letter (“Agreement”) explains the terms under which Adis Associates (“Preparer”) provides tax preparation services. By submitting documents or engaging our services, the Client agrees to all terms in this Agreement.

SCOPE OF SERVICES

Adis Associates prepares federal and applicable state income tax returns based solely on information provided by the Client.

Included Services: • Preparation of each tax return • Electronic filing • Basic advisory related to the prepared return.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES & SCOPE LIMITATIONS

This Agreement covers only the tax return(s) listed for this year. Any other work — including IRS or state letters, audits, amended returns, bookkeeping, tax planning, business filings, or additional state returns — is not included and will be billed separately.

If the Client requests work outside the original scope, the Preparer will provide the fee before performing the work. No additional services will be performed without the Client’s approval and payment.

NO VERBAL AGREEMENTS

Only the terms written in this Agreement apply. Verbal statements, assumptions, or expectations do not change the scope, fees, or responsibilities. Any changes must be made in writing and agreed to by both parties.

CHANGE‑ORDER REQUIREMENT

Any additional forms, schedules, states, corrections, or services requested by the Client require a written change order with a separate fee. No additional work will begin until the change order is approved and payment is received.

NO UNLIMITED SUPPORT

This Agreement does not include unlimited support. Questions, document reviews, IRS letters, notices, or follow‑up requests outside the original tax return preparation may incur additional fees.

COMMUNICATION BOUNDARIES

Communication must occur through the approved channels listed by the Preparer. Phone calls, texts, or messages requesting additional work do not expand the scope of this Agreement. Response times may vary based on workload and filing deadlines.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Clients must provide complete and accurate documentation, maintain copies of all records, review returns before signing, and notify the Preparer of any changes in income, dependents, residency, or filing status.If a client instructs the preparer to omit, dispute, delay, or not report any form, income, or document, the client assumes full responsibility for all resulting IRS or state actions, including offsets, assessments, penalties, or interest. The preparer is not liable for any consequences arising from client‑directed omissions

The Preparer is not responsible for penalties, interest, or delays caused by incomplete, inaccurate, or missing information supplied by the Client.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Liability is limited to the fee paid for the specific return in question. Your federal return is one return, and each state return is its own separate return. They are not combined, bundled, or priced together.

If an error occurs, our responsibility is limited only to the fee paid for that individual return — federal OR state — that contained the issue.

The Preparer is not liable for: • Additional tax • Penalties or interest • Lost refunds • Audit costs • Indirect or consequential damages

The Client’s exclusive remedy is correction of the affected return at no additional charge.

CONFIDENTIALITY & DATA SECURITY

Adis Associates follows IRS Publication 4557 and the FTC Safeguards Rule. Client information is encrypted, securely stored, and only disclosed when legally required.

AUTHORIZATION

The Client authorizes Adis Associates to electronically file tax returns, communicate with tax agencies as needed, and use anonymized data internally for compliance and quality control.

FEES & PAYMENT

Fees are based on the complexity of each return and disclosed prior to engagement. Payment is due upon delivery of the completed return.

Additional services — such as amended returns, IRS letters, audit support, bookkeeping, or tax planning — are billed separately.

No return is filed until payment and a signed Form 8879 are received.

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FEE

This fee covers secure document handling, printing, software systems, client amenities and office hospitality, compliance tools, encrypted storage, and administrative overhead. It is not tied to any tax outcome and is non‑refundable once work has begun.

TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time.

If the Client terminates after work has begun: • Minimum Engagement Fee: $150 • Hourly Rate: $250/hr • Document Retrieval Fee: $50

All outstanding fees must be paid before documents are released.

AUDIT SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

Refund is limited to the fee paid for the audited return. Client must notify within 15 days and provide the audit letter.

This guarantee does not apply to audits caused by client errors or omissions. No penalties, interest, or damages will be reimbursed.

NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME

Adis Associates does not guarantee refund amounts, tax outcomes, audit results, or specific tax benefits.

INDEMNIFICATION

The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Preparer for issues arising from inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading information provided by the Client.

RECORD RETENTION

The Client is responsible for maintaining copies of all submitted documents. The Preparer is not required to retain records beyond the current tax year unless otherwise agreed in writing.

FEDERAL & STATE RETURNS FILED SEPARATELY

Federal and state returns are separate filings with separate fees, timelines, and requirements. They may be completed or transmitted at different times.

CLIENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By providing documents or engaging services, the Client acknowledges that:

• Each return is separate • Fees are separate • Additional services cost extra • No verbal agreements apply • Scope changes require written approval • Liability is limited to the fee for the specific return

 

SIGNATURES

 

Date: __________________________________ Client Signature: ________________________

 

Date: __________________________________ Adis Associates Signature: ________________

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