For Immediate Release

PADGETT OFFICE OWNERS PREPARE FOR THE UPCOMING TAX SEASON

Athens, Ga. -- Padgett Business Services recently sponsored tax seminars in Atlanta, Toronto and Montreal to prepare its 400 plus franchisees for the upcoming tax season. Topics covered this year included: 2006 tax legislation and IRS (in United States) and Canada Customs and Revenue Agency updates, small business and individual taxpayer issues, investment strategies and retirement planning.

“Every year there are changes in tax law that can impact both individuals and small business owners” said Roger Harris, president. “With this seminar, our franchisees go into the tax season better equipped to help clients with their business and tax planning needs.”

Padgett has over 400 offices located throughout the United States and Canada that offer a number of personalized programs developed specifically to fit small businesses, including preparation services for individual, partnership, and corporate income tax returns. They also specialize in handling issues relevant to small business owners such as credit card processing, payroll services and accounting.

For more information please contact Kate Lockamy at 1-800-723-4388, ext 226 or klockamy@smallbizpros.com

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About Padgett Business Services

For over 40 years, Padgett Business Services has catered to the individual needs of small business owners through a network of 400 local owner-operated offices. By way of personal relationships and efficient service, they provide peace of mind to help their clients’ businesses increase their success. Padgett offers small business advice and consultation, tax preparation, government compliance, financial reporting, complete payroll services, and other services important to small businesses.