Here are some of our most commonly asked questions.
Call the office and see if you need to come in for an appointment and send us a copy of your last filed returns. Please use our File Upload form for your convenience.
There is no need to make an appointment. Once we have reviewed all your tax documents, we’ll reach out to you with any questions and set up an appointment at that time if necessary.
Generally speaking, we need copies of your last filed returns if you are a new client and your current tax documents and notes for the tax year. Please see our checklist for a more detailed list of files we commonly need.
For your convenience, please take advantage of our File Upload form to send us your files securely and electronically.
We encourage you to upload your tax information on our website, securely email us, regular mail, fax, or drop off in person.
Yes, we use state-of-the-art technology that keeps your files encrypted.
Yes, here are some tips to securely emailing your documents:
- Use a password-protected PDF.
- Send a link from your DropBox (or similar) account.
- Securely share your Google Drive documents with a password.
Yes, we have the expertise and software to prepare tax returns for all 50 states.
Yes, you will receive emails, and a phone call to review you tax returns and discuss the results before your tax returns get e-filed. In addition, you will get to review a copy of the final version via Docu-Sign before you sign your e-file authorization – “Form 8879”.
We prepare individual, business, partnerships, corporate, estates, trusts, and non-profit returns.
Yes, we are a Quickbook’s Pro-advisor and we have skilled bookkeepers who are knowledgeable to either maintain or help you maintain your own Quickbook’s program.
Returns fees are based on time and complexity and our base rate for the preparation of an average “Form 1040” is $295.00 for both the Federal and one State filing – including e-filing fees. Price is subject to change.
Every return has its own unique requirements and we need prompt information to promptly complete a tax return, but we strive to have a two week turn around of returns in general.
Yes, you can request tax professionals that you have worked with in prior years or request another tax professional on staff.
Yes, we can securely email you a pdf copy of your tax returns for your files.
You can submit your tax information at any time and you do not have to wait until you receive all of your tax information. We work off of a first come first serve basis and we log you in as soon as we receive any tax information. Generally speaking, if you want to ensure that you will not need an extension, we ask that we receive your tax information by March 1st.
Yes, we offer in person, phone, and zoom appointments for your convenience and preference.