Paiva Financial Services
★★★★★ (185 reviews)1181 Rockdale Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-1062
Website: www.paivafinancial.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"]}
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
★★★★★ (130 reviews)963 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 992-2500
Website: office.jacksonhewitt.com/tax-preparation-services-locations/en/ma/new-bedford/963-brock-avenue/16992?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=local&utm_content=16992
Hours: {}
H&R Block
★★★★½ (80 reviews)154 W Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 994-4605
Website: www.hrblock.com/tax-office-near-me/massachusetts/new-bedford/19929/?otppartnerid=9308&campaignid=pw_mcm_9308_9762&utm_medium=local
Hours: {}
Surprenant, Beneski & Nunes P.C.
★★★★½ (59 reviews)35 Arnold St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 994-5200
Website: www.myfamilyestateplanning.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Tax Lady
★★★★½ (59 reviews)2051 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 676-5846
Website: teamtaxlady.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–3 PM"],"Monday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10:30 AM–3:30 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"]}
Community Economic Development Center
★★★★½ (53 reviews)235 N Front St, New Bedford, MA 02746
(508) 979-4684
Website: cedcnewbedford.org
Hours: {"Friday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["11:30 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10:30 AM–6 PM"]}
Machado & Silva Inc
★★★★★ (45 reviews)950 Kempton St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-8447
Website: www.machadosilva.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
Diane Lopes Tax & Accounting Service
★★★★☆ (46 reviews)43 Nash Rd, New Bedford, MA 02746
(508) 992-0272
Website: www.dianelopes.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Santiago Professional Services LLC.
★★★★★ (23 reviews)1913 Purchase St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(774) 330-5954
Website: santiagotaxes.com
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–4:30 PM"]}
ATAX - New Bedford, MA
★★★★½ (23 reviews)1549 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746
(774) 776-3233
Website: www.atax.com/ataxnewbedfordma
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["Closed"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–6 PM"]}
Christopher G. Kehoe, Attorney
★★★★★ (11 reviews)50 Homer's Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 207-7937
Website: chriskehoelaw.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
R&S Tax Pros Inc
★★★★½ (11 reviews)862 Ashley Blvd #6, New Bedford, MA 02745
(844) 829-7765
Website: www.rstaxpros.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Sunday":["10 AM–5 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["Closed"],"Wednesday":["Closed"]}
Benner Law
★★★★½ (11 reviews)32 Hillman St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(774) 228-7338
Website: bennerlaw.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"]}
South End Income Tax Inc
★★★★☆ (12 reviews)299 Rivet St, New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 979-1993
Hours: {"Friday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Monday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["10 AM–3 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["10 AM–6 PM"],"Wednesday":["10 AM–6 PM"]}
Accounting Portfolios
★★★★☆ (10 reviews)1811 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746
(508) 998-8500
Website: www.taxlink1040.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–4 PM"]}
Dumont Tax Service
★★★★☆ (5 reviews)199 Phillips Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746
(508) 997-0177
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–12 PM"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
Douglas R. Leatham, CPA
★★★★★ (4 reviews)492 Pleasant St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 996-5282
Website: www.leatham-cpa.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"]}
Jardin & Dawson Inc
★★★★★ (4 reviews)24 Centre St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 992-3334
Website: jardindawson.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"]}
Brown & Brown Accounting Inc
★★★★★ (4 reviews)111 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(774) 704-6018
Website: brownaccounting.net
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"]}
Conways Tax Service
★★★★★ (4 reviews)28 Edna St, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 995-8766
Hours: {}
Richard Tax Services
★★★★★ (3 reviews)441 Prescott St, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 995-2783
Website: richardtaxservice.com
Hours: {}
Business Service Company
★★★★½ (3 reviews)2796 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 995-4623
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
D.E. Rodrigues & Company
★★★½☆ (3 reviews)460 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 992-0858
Website: rodriguesaccounting.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"]}
Medeiros Tax Service
★★★½☆ (3 reviews)109 Rivet St, New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 994-9940
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"]}
Rainford & Rainford PC
★★★½☆ (3 reviews)32 Cornell St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(774) 628-9166
Website: www.rainfordpc.com
Hours: {}
Ebenezer tax services
★★★★★ (2 reviews)116 Tarkiln Hill Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745
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"]}
Bettencourt Gwen M CPA
★★★★★ (2 reviews)25 Portland St, New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-1734
Hours: {}
Riding Tax & Accounting
★★★★★ (2 reviews)950 Kempton St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 984-3439
Website: www.ridingtax.com
Hours: {"Friday":["Closed"],"Monday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–12 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–4 PM"]}
Jardim & Marotta LLC
★★★☆☆ (2 reviews)128 Union St #201, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-5556
Website: jm.tax
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Nunes Mary L CPA
★★★☆☆ (2 reviews)330 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 990-0008
Website: splinternetmarketing.com/local-pros/massachusetts/new-bedford/nunes-mary-l-cpa
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
New Bedford City Treasurer
★★★☆☆ (2 reviews)133 William St #103, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 979-1430
Website: www.newbedford-ma.gov/treasurers
Hours: {"Friday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Tuesday":["8 AM–4 PM"],"Wednesday":["8 AM–4 PM"]}
John R Lopes Accountant
★★★★★ (1 reviews)355 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 525-7383
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 AM"]}
EBENEZER TAX AND SERVICES NEW BEDFORD
★★★★★ (1 reviews)116 Tarkiln Hill Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745
(855) 460-4342
Website: www.ebenezertaxservices.com
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–4 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["9 AM–6 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–5 PM"]}
GFM Property Tax
★★★★★ (1 reviews)128 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(781) 883-2235
Website: gfm.tax
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"]}
Easy Bookkeeping Services
★★★★★ (1 reviews)355 Union St # 1, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 996-6061
Website: splinternetmarketing.com/local-pros/massachusetts/new-bedford/easy-bookkeeping-services-2
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"]}
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)
★★★★★ (1 reviews)700 Pleasant St 4th Floor, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 441-3300
Website: www.claconnect.com/locations/massachusetts/offices/cla-new-bedford
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"]}
Payroll Plus
★★★★★ (1 reviews)975 Oakley St, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-8995
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"]}
Forensic Accounting Corp
★★★★★ (1 reviews)302 Bolton St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 817-9200
Website: forensicaccountingcorp.com/locations/new-bedford
Hours: {"Friday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Monday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Saturday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Sunday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Thursday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Tuesday":["9 AM–7 PM"],"Wednesday":["9 AM–7 PM"]}
Maguire Dennis M
★☆☆☆☆ (1 reviews)80 Ohio St, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-7078
Hours: {}
Sansiveri, Kimball & Co., LLP - New Bedford
128 Union St #105, New Bedford, MA 02740
(401) 331-0500
Website: www.sansiveri.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–5 PM"]}
Medeiros Robert H
152 Tarkiln Hill Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-1390
Hours: {}
Kimberly M Saunders CPA, MST
190 William St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 659-5400
Website: www.kimsaunderscpa.com
Hours: {}
Cardoso Income Tax Preparation
702 Rockdale Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-4231
Hours: {}
A P Kenyon Real Estate & Tax
207 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA 02746
(508) 990-1101
Hours: {}
Runaround
JOHN DUFF BUILDING, 628 Pleasant St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-6833
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"]}
Albert Cordeiro Associates
380 County St #2, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 992-0858
Website: albertcordeiro.com/services.html
Hours: {}
Burke & Lamb CPA
300 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 984-4800
Website: www.burkelambcpa.com
Hours: {"Friday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Monday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Saturday":["Closed"],"Sunday":["Closed"],"Thursday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Tuesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"],"Wednesday":["8:30 AM–4:30 PM"]}
Audette Normand G
380 County St #2, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 992-0858
Hours: {}
Pereira Jaime
47 Sidney St, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 991-5721
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"]}
About Tax Preparers in New Bedford, MA
Finding a qualified tax preparer in New Bedford, Massachusetts, can make a significant difference for residents and business owners alike. The city’s economy is deeply tied to fishing, maritime services, and a growing healthcare sector, while many residents work in retail or run small shops. These varied income sources—including self-employment, freelance work, or tips—often require careful documentation and industry-specific deductions. A local preparer familiar with New Bedford’s economic landscape can help ensure you claim every eligible credit, from the Earned Income Tax Credit to deductions for home-based businesses.
Whether you’re a scallop boat operator managing crew wages or a new parent navigating child tax credits, a professional tax preparer can simplify complex forms and reduce errors. They stay current on Massachusetts state tax rules, such as deductions for renters or seniors, and can help you avoid costly mistakes. For small business owners, a preparer can assist with quarterly estimates and sales tax filings. Choosing someone local also means you can meet face-to-face to discuss your unique situation, from waterfront property taxes to seasonal income fluctuations.
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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