 Tax Preparation
Unlike many preparers and do-it-yourself tax software, our fees include audit protection.
We carry a general liability policy in the event we make an error as well as represent
you before a tax authority in the event of an audit. The
error has to be our mistake and we are only liable for the penalty and interest. You
as the taxpayer are always responsible for any taxes. Any fees posted in this site are
minimums charged for said services. Most people will fall into the minimum if you do
not we will inform you prior to performing services.
At ATTABS we prepare:
- Individual
- C Corporations
- S Corporations
- LLCs and Partnerships
- Real-estate investors
- Investment specialists
- Self-employed people, with a special concentration on farmers and fishermen
- Trusts
- Estates
- Non-profit organizations
- Trade unions
A Broad Range of Expertise
While it is not possible for any one person to be an expert in every tax aspect we at
ATTABS can prepare all needed tax returns. When in doubt about an issue we utilize
trade groups, tax code, tax lawyers and federal and state
 agencies to assist in
questions. Preparers at ATTABS participate actively in continuing education and always welcome additional information you may have.
The most common question from new prospective clients is, "What do you
charge?"
This is not an easy question to answer as each person's tax return is generally a little
different even if on the surface the two seem identical.
You may know of preparers that charged based upon the amount of your refund. This is
not only unethical but a federal crime.
I charge based upon the time
needed to prepare, print and answer your questions. When appropriate I make suggestions
of how to reduce your taxes through planning. No preparer can help you after the fact,
to reduce your taxes you must plan ahead. All fees include basic answers to questions
that you may have throughout the year. We are a full service year round firm and generally
will return any missed call within 24 hours 6 days per week. Exceptions are vacations
but we stagger our vacations so unless a very specific question is asked that may be
unique to your situation anyone in the office is competent to assist you.
Our Rates
The following rates are minimums charged; however, about 80% of the returns are prepared
for the minimum rate. Prices listed include the e-file option if you desire unless noted.
|
RATE |
SERVICE |
| $100.00 |
This minimum charge will take care
of most individuals with just a single or two W2's no mortgage, no
investment income, no tuition college expenses, no medical bills, no
pensions, etc. Includes e-file at no extra
cost. |
| $5.00 |
Each additional
W2 over the first two. Only applies for new W2's; repeat customers don't
pay extra. |
| $10.00 |
For EIC and
additional child tax credit. |
| $10.00-$40.00 |
When Schedule A
is needed and varies with time needed. |
| $30.00 |
Per rental
property on an individual tax return. |
| $150.00 |
This is the minimum charge for self-employed people. |
| $400.00 |
For entity
returns that need no book entry beyond depreciation and amortization or
balance sheet reconciliation. Entity returns start at $400; 90% of
entity returns are about $650.00. |
| $5.00 |
For each item
of depreciation added to a return above three items. |
| $5.00 |
Payroll fee for
each W2 and 1099, plus $5.00 for transmittal summary. We do not e-file
these items. |
Payment for service is expected at time of completion. We do not offer credit or wait for you to receive a refund. Refund anticipation loans are available for anyone wishing to have the tax preparation fee withheld from the refund.
Unless you are an existing client or a personal referral of a client we will not answer tax questions on the telephone. We are not an informational service and do not provide free advice for anyone.
For payroll related items and fees please see the Bookkeeping and Payroll page.
We Don't Charge for E-Filing!
ATTABS, under the corporate name Queen City Tax and Business Service, is an IRS
Authorized e-file provider. QCTLLC does not charge additional fees for e-file
services; however, we only e-file tax returns for taxes we prepare.
We will not e-file a return for a non-prepared tax return.
At this time we do not e-file payroll or most entity returns. |
