Tax Planning vs. Tax Prep: Here’s the Difference — and Why It Can Save You Real Money

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The terms “tax planning” and “tax preparation” are often used interchangeably, but they serve two different purposes. In short, tax preparation is looking back at what happened, while tax planning is a more forward-thinking process.

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