Buc-ee's
★★★★½ (5394 reviews)2328 Lindsay Ln S, Athens, AL 35613
Website: buc-ees.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Open 24 hours"],"Monday":["Open 24 hours"],"Saturday":["Open 24 hours"],"Sunday":["Open 24 hours"],"Thursday":["Open 24 hours"],"Tuesday":["Open 24 hours"],"Wednesday":["Open 24 hours"]}
Car-Mart of Athens
★★★★½ (638 reviews)823 US Hwy 72 E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 230-1171
Website: www.car-mart.com/locations/075/athens-alabama/?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=GMB&utm_campaign=GMBMainPage&eventcode=GMBPage_Athens
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
Sun Loan Company
★★★★★ (482 reviews)800 US Hwy 72 W Ste I, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 771-7999
Website: www.sunloan.com/find-a-branch/sun-loan-company-athens-alabama-228/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=llm&utm_term=local&utm_campaign=gmbllm
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"]}
World Finance
★★★★★ (318 reviews)617 US Hwy 72 W, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-6636
Website: www.loansbyworld.com/locations/branches/al-athens-617-us-highway-72-west-1500?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=loc&utm_content=cm-13gbp------bid-1500
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5:30 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5:30 PM"]}
McClary Tire
★★★★½ (313 reviews)611 Hobbs St E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-2630
Website: www.mcclarytire.com
Hours: {"Friday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["7 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["7 AM–5 PM"]}
H&R Block
★★★★★ (232 reviews)1015 US Hwy 72 E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-1896
Website: www.hrblock.com/tax-office-near-me/alabama/athens/1473/?otppartnerid=9308&campaignid=pw_mcm_9308_9762&utm_medium=local
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["1–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
Staples
★★★★½ (146 reviews)1036 US Hwy 72 E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-1840
Website: stores.staples.com/al/athens/1036-highway-72-east?cmpid=st_ll_goo&cid=LS:RETAIL:G&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Google_Business_Listing
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Sunday":["11 AM–6 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–8 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–8 PM"]}
Craig's Batteries
★★★★★ (116 reviews)809 South S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-9285
Website: www.craigbatteries.com
Hours: {"Friday":["7:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["7:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["7:30 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["7:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["7:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["7:30 AM–5 PM"]}
United States Postal Service
★½☆☆☆ (196 reviews)1110 Market St W, Athens, AL 35611
(800) 275-8777
Website: tools.usps.com/locations/details/1353556?utm_source=google-my-business-url&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=yext
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["9:30 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Liberty Tax & Loans
★★★★★ (58 reviews)1111 US Hwy 72 E Suite B, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 678-9858
Website: libertyloans.com/locations/athens
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
★★★★½ (56 reviews)1260 US Hwy 72 E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 207-5131
Website: office.jacksonhewitt.com/tax-preparation-services-locations/en/al/athens/1260-us-hwy-72/14322?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=local&utm_content=14322
Hours: {}
Advanced Professional Management
★★★★½ (49 reviews)US-31, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-2547
Website: www.apmathens.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–12 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Security Finance
★★★★★ (30 reviews)600 S Jefferson St G, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 771-2903
Website: www.securityfinance.com/locations/athens-al-1555?utm_source=googlebusiness&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=locallistings
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"]}
Downtown Rescue Mission Thrift Store- Athens pantry - Food Distribution Center
★★★★½ (28 reviews)705 US-31, Athens, AL 35613
(256) 262-0131
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–7 PM"]}
Harlan D. Mitchell, Legal Services LLC
★★★★☆ (22 reviews)213 S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 216-9884
Website: www.harlanmitchell.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Russell S Ormstedt Attorney
★★★★★ (19 reviews)15372 Greenfield Dr, Athens, AL 35613
(256) 262-9431
Website: www.ormstedt.com
Hours: {}
Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorneys
★★★★½ (20 reviews)112 Market St W, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 539-4464
Website: crumbleylaw.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Open 24 hours"],"Monday":["Open 24 hours"],"Saturday":["Open 24 hours"],"Sunday":["Open 24 hours"],"Thursday":["Open 24 hours"],"Tuesday":["Open 24 hours"],"Wednesday":["Open 24 hours"]}
Local Finance and Tax Service
★★★★★ (12 reviews)637 US Hwy 72 W, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 501-9047
Website: localmgmt.net
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5:30 PM"]}
Accounting Solutions
★★★★★ (7 reviews)121 S Marion St Suite 117, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 850-0156
Website: accountingsolutionshsv.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–4 PM"]}
Armonia Translation & Interpretation Services
★★★★★ (6 reviews)22182 Piney Chapel Rd, Athens, AL 35614
(256) 652-2296
Website: thearmonia.com
Hours: {"Friday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["7 AM–3 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["7 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["7 AM–5 PM"]}
Anderson Law Group
★★★★★ (5 reviews)117 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-0120
Website: andersonlawgroup.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"]}
Fuerza Latina Insurance
★★★★☆ (5 reviews)616 US-31 suite E, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 300-2013
Website: fuerzalatinainsurance.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–7 PM"]}
Limestone Revenue Commissioner
★★★★☆ (5 reviews)100 S Clinton St STE A, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-6433
Website: www.limestonerevenue.net
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Brown & Brown Accountants
★★★½☆ (5 reviews)214 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-5677
Website: www.browncpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–12 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–12 PM","1–4:30 PM"]}
Johnson Feigley Newton LLP
★★★★☆ (4 reviews)105 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-7500
Website: www.jfnb.net
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–12 PM","1–5 PM"]}
Mauldin & Jenkins, CPAs & Advisors
★★★★★ (3 reviews)213 S Houston St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-2260
Website: www.mjcpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Honeycomb CPAs & Advisors
★★★½☆ (3 reviews)117 N Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-5001
Website: www.sslpc.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–12 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Riddle Tax Services Inc
★★★★★ (2 reviews)208 S Madison St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-3210
Hours: {}
Bearden, Stroup & Associates, CPAs - Athens
★★★★★ (2 reviews)121 S Marion St Suite 113, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 533-0806
Website: beardenstroup.com/athens-location
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Limestone Creek Accounting, Inc.
★★★★★ (2 reviews)1114 US-31 STE D, Athens, AL 35613
(256) 232-0846
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["8:30 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Logan w Douglas CPA
★★★★★ (1 reviews)309 N Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-2713
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Feigley George w CPA
★★★★★ (1 reviews)105 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 355-4911
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Welcome to Compu-Tax Professionals
★★★★★ (1 reviews)700 Paula St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 262-7816
Hours: {}
Elite Tax & Accounting Services
★☆☆☆☆ (1 reviews)Athens, AL 35613
(256) 262-0831
Hours: {}
Jo Dream Solutions
22500 Oakdale Ridge Ln, Athens, AL 35613
(501) 499-0513
Website: www.jodreamsolutions.com
Hours: {"Friday":["12–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["12–5 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["12–6 PM"]}
Coastal Tax and Multiservices
311 W Lee St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 431-6161
Hours: {}
W Douglas Logan CPA
409 S Clinton St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 233-1629
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
E Z Tax Refunds
500 S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 444-1865
Hours: {}
Shinkunas & Lindgren
110 College St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 206-9225
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
20-20 Accounting Solutions
1452 Freeman Ave, Athens, AL 35613
(256) 384-9272
Website: www.20-20accountingsolutions.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Davis & Cole, L.L.P.
105 S Marion St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-9994
Website: daviscolecpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
High Tower Llc V
201 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 232-1155
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–5 PM"]}
Liberty Bookkeeping, LLC
16696 Woodhaven Dr, Athens, AL 35613
(256) 559-8663
Website: www.libertybookkeepingllc.com
Hours: {}
Liberty Tax Service
630 S Jefferson St, Athens, AL 35611
(256) 637-4497
Website: www.libertytax.com/income-tax-preparation-locations/alabama/athens/21233
Hours: {}
Cartwright Law Center, LLC
252 US-31, Athens, AL 35611
(205) 222-5900
Website: www.cartlawalabama.com/officeandvideo
Hours: {}
About Tax Preparers in Athens, AL
Athens, Alabama, is home to a diverse mix of industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and a growing number of small businesses. With firms like Constellium and the Athens Limestone Industrial Park driving the local economy, residents often face complex tax situations involving business deductions, equipment depreciation, or multi-state income. Whether you run a family farm or work remotely for an out-of-state employer, finding a qualified tax preparer in Athens can help you navigate these local financial nuances while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
A professional tax preparer in Athens can be especially valuable for freelancers, retirees, and homeowners. The city’s steady growth has brought more real estate transactions and self-employment opportunities, both of which require careful reporting. Rather than risking costly errors on your own, a local preparer understands Alabama-specific credits, such as those for small businesses or education expenses, and can tailor advice to your unique situation.
When searching for a tax preparer in Athens, look for someone with experience in your specific needs—whether it’s farming, rental properties, or investment income. BeforeTaxUSA.com offers a straightforward directory to connect you with vetted professionals in the area, helping you file with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications should a tax preparer have?
At minimum, a paid tax preparer must have an IRS-issued PTIN. Look for additional credentials like Enrolled Agent (EA) status, CPA license, or completion of the IRS Annual Filing Season Program. These indicate higher levels of training and accountability.
How much does tax preparation cost?
Simple individual returns (W-2 income only) typically cost $100-$300. Returns with itemized deductions, self-employment income, or rental properties can cost $300-$800 or more. Always ask for a fee estimate upfront before committing.
What documents do I need to bring to my tax preparer?
Bring all W-2s, 1099 forms, records of deductible expenses, last year's tax return, Social Security numbers for all family members, bank account information for direct deposit, and any IRS correspondence you have received.
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