Individual Tax Preparation

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How Confident Are You That Your Return is Accurate?
Could You be Missing Potential Deductions?

10 million taxpayers missed out on a chance to get a bigger refund last year simply because they neglected to fill out one line on their tax return. Will you miss a similar opportunity this year in your tax preparation?

Today’s tax laws are increasingly complicated and the rules for deductions and credits change year by year. Are you aware of all the deductions and credits that might be available to you this year, even on the most basic of tax returns? Perhaps you feel secure in your do-it-yourself tax preparation software, but let’s face it… There is no substitute for an experienced tax preparation professional who can answer your questions and ask you the questions that might be key to saving you tax dollars.

With our tax return services you get:

Assurance that your return has been checked and double-checked for mathematical accuracy and errors that are commonly flagged by the IRS, resulting in fewer chances for contact by the IRS.

Tips for better managing your payroll withholding so that you can have the advantage of greater income all year long, rather than loaning that money to the government and waiting for it to come back in the form of your yearly tax return.

A list of common deductions that may benefit you in the coming year, and tips for limiting your future tax liability.

Electronic filing for a quicker refund.

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Who Can Claim the American Opportunity Tax Credit? Guidance for Ahwatukee/Tempe/Chandler Arizona Parents

 Quick Answer: The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) must be claimed by whoever legally lists the student as a dependent on their federal tax return. If a parent claims the undergraduate, the parent gets the credit; if the student is independent, they...

Do You Get Better Tax Breaks For Being Married, Ahwatukee/Tempe/Chandler Arizona Couples?

 Key TakeawaysMost married couples lower their tax liability by choosing the Married Filing Jointly status, which preserves access to deductions that separate filers lose. When there is a significant income gap between partners, combining earnings on a joint...

2026 Guide to Short-Term Rental Taxes for Tempe Arizona Airbnb & VRBO Hosts

 Key TakeawaysYou do not have to pay federal income tax on rental earnings if you rent your home for 14 days or fewer per year and use it personally for more than 14 days (or 10% of the rental period). You will only receive a Form 1099-K if you exceed...

Do You Have to Pay Taxes On Sports Betting? What Tempe Arizona Bettors Need To Know

 Key TakeawaysThe IRS considers all sports betting payouts as ordinary income, regardless of the amount or whether you received a tax form. For the 2026 tax year, you can only deduct 90% of your gambling losses against your winnings, even if you ended the...

How Does Self-Employment Tax Work For Tempe Arizona Taxpayers Leaving Their 9-to-5?

Key TakeawaysAs a W-2 employee, you pay half of Social Security and Medicare tax through withholding. As a self-employed taxpayer, you pay both halves through self-employment tax. Self-employment tax is 15.3% of your adjusted net earnings, and you also pay...

The Tempe Arizona Taxpayer’s Guide: How Do I Calculate My Federal Tax Withholding?

 Key TakeawaysA large refund is an interest-free loan to the government, while a big bill suggests you are at risk for IRS underpayment penalties. Updating your Form W-4 by late April allows you to spread adjustments across the majority of the year,...

Mistakes Tempe Arizona Taxpayers Should Avoid When Filing For a Federal Tax Extension

Key TakeawaysA federal extension provides six extra months to file, but all taxes owed must still be paid by the April 15th deadline to avoid penalties and interest. For 2026, the IRS assesses a 0.5% monthly failure-to-pay penalty plus 7% annual interest...

Your Tax Pro’s Guide To Spring Cleaning Your Tax Reduction Strategy

  Key Takeaways Use your 2025 return as a diagnostic tool to calculate your real tax percentage and identify specific areas for AGI reduction. Use the post-tax season window to calibrate your withholding or estimated payments. IRS limits have increased for...

Self-Employment Tax Credit Real? And Other Tax Scams Tempe Arizona Taxpayers Should Watch For

Key Takeaways Today’s tax scams look professional, sound convincing, and are built to get your Social Security number, filing credentials, or signature on a bad return. A big refund promise is one of the clearest warning signs of a scam. You are responsible for what...

Will the IRS Ever Call You On the Phone? 6 Tax Scams for Tempe Arizona Taxpayers to Avoid

Key TakeawaysThe IRS does not initiate first contact by phone, text, email, or social media. Initial contact is generally made by mail. A message demanding immediate payment, threatening arrest, or asking for gift cards, crypto, or banking information is a...

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