Professional Help
When to hire a professional in San Francisco.
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Sometimes you need an expert. Here's where to find help in SF.
Immigration Lawyers
- For visas, green cards, citizenship
- Expect $200–$500+/hour
- Get referrals from your community
Tax Accountants
- Complex taxes? Self-employed? Get one.
- CPAs or enrolled agents
- $100–$300+ for a return
Real Estate Agents
- Buyers: usually free (seller pays)
- Renters: sometimes charge a fee
- Get someone who knows your target neighborhood
Business Lawyers
- Starting a company? Get a lawyer.
- Contracts, IP, employment law
- Many offer flat-fee packages for startups
Therapists
- SF has great mental health professionals
- Check Psychology Today for listings
- Many take insurance or offer sliding scale
Where to Find Them
- Yelp, Google Reviews
- Ask on Nextdoor or local Reddit
- Bar association referrals for lawyers