🧾 Tax Preparation Services & Starting Rates

📋 Pricing Structure

We provide annual tax preparation services for individuals, self-employed clients, and businesses. All rates shown are starting rates. Final invoices are issued after your return is completed.

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Individual Tax Return Filing (Annual Service) – Starting at $250+

Federal and state returns with e-file. Covers basic returns with W-2s, basic 1099 income, retirement income, standard deductions, and limited schedules.

Returns with multiple schedules, investments, higher income, multiple states, rental activity, self-employment, or less-organized records may be quoted at a higher rate.

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Self-Employed / Schedule C Filing (Annual Service) – Starting at $650+

For freelancers, independent contractors, sole proprietors, and single-member LLCs filing Schedule C. Includes federal and state returns, e-filing, and required supporting forms.

Pricing may increase depending on transaction volume, additional schedules, income level, bookkeeping condition, record organization, or overall complexity. Final invoice is issued at completion.

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Complex Individual Returns (Annual Service) – Starting at $850+

For returns including rental properties, investments, K-1s, multiple states, significant itemized deductions, or other complex filing situations.

Pricing depends on reporting complexity, required forms, and the organization of records.

 

Business Tax Return Preparation (Annual Service)

• Partnerships (Form 1065): Starting at $1,200+

• S-Corporations (Form 1120-S): Starting at $1,500+

• C-Corporations (Form 1120): Starting at $2,000+

• Nonprofits (Form 990): Starting at $1,000+

• Trusts & Estates (Form 1041): Starting at $650+

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Year-End Payroll & Contractor Filings – Starting at $450+

Includes year-end filings such as W-2, W-3, 1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, and related forms. Pricing depends on the number of forms, filing requirements, record condition, corrections needed, deadlines, and whether payroll or contractor records were maintained by LTAS during the year.

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Amended Returns – Custom Quote

For both individuals and businesses when prior filings require corrections. Pricing is based on the year, type of return, number of corrections needed, supporting documents available, and scope of the amendment.

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Final pricing depends on entity type, number of owners, shareholder or partner activity, multiple states, reporting complexity, bookkeeping and payroll condition, balance sheet complexity, and record organization. Invoice is issued once preparation is complete.

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👉 Remember: These are starting rates. Your final invoice will reflect the actual time, complexity, required forms, record condition, responsiveness, and information needed to prepare your return accurately.

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🧩 Services Included in Tax Preparation

• Federal and state return preparation

• Required tax forms and schedules

• Secure e-filing with confirmation

• General year-ahead verbal guidance, such as withholding adjustments, estimated tax reminders, or basic filing recommendations

• Secure document sharing, e-signatures, and communication through TaxDome

• Final review and e-signature process before filing

 

Comprehensive written tax planning, strategic advisory work, bookkeeping cleanup, tax resolution, IRS or state representation, entity questions, and advanced CPA advisory services are separate services and may require a paid CPA Consultation & Advisory appointment or separate engagement.

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➕ Additional Services Available

• Multi-state filings

• Prior-year tax returns

• Amended returns

• Estimated tax payment planning and vouchers

• Year-round CPA advisory and consulting

• Entity selection or entity structure guidance

• IRS and state notice response

• Tax resolution and representation

• Bookkeeping cleanup or accounting review

• Payroll-related tax matters

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💼 Why Choose LTAS for Tax Preparation?

✔ CPA-led tax preparation and advisory support
✔ 25+ years of experience
✔ Transparent starting rates with fair invoicing at completion
✔ Annual filing for individuals, self-employed clients, and businesses
✔ Local Michigan service with secure remote support
✔ Secure TaxDome client portal for document handling, e-signatures, and communication
✔ Personalized, organized, and professional service

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📝 How It Works

1. Schedule Online – Book your consultation directly through our website. You will receive a confirmation email with appointment details. Appointments are currently offered by phone or video meeting unless otherwise confirmed by LTAS.

2. Portal Access – Current clients may upload documents securely through TaxDome. New or returning clients who need portal access will receive instructions from LTAS when appropriate.

3. Required Steps Before We Begin – We cannot start your return until the engagement letter is signed, the questionnaire or organizer is completed, requested documents are provided, and any applicable retainer is paid.

4. Preparing & Filing – Once everything is in place, our team prepares your return. We will reach out through the appropriate communication method, including TaxDome when applicable, if more information is needed. You will review and e-sign required documents before we e-file.

5. Final Invoice – Your final invoice is issued after completion and is based on actual time, complexity, required forms, transaction volume, responsiveness, and the condition of your records.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle both federal and state returns?

✅ Yes. Tax preparation services generally include federal and state filing. Multi-state returns are available for an additional fee.

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Can you amend a return I filed elsewhere?

✅ Yes. We can review prior returns and provide a custom quote for amended filings based on the tax year, type of return, and scope of corrections needed.

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Do you offer remote consultations?

✅ Yes. Appointments are currently offered by phone or video meeting unless otherwise confirmed by LTAS.

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Are you accepting new tax preparation clients?

✅ Tax preparation appointments are currently available for returning clients and current-client referrals only.

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What if I need to file multiple prior-year returns?

✅ A retainer may be required before work begins. Each tax year is reviewed and billed separately based on complexity and scope.

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Are the rates listed final?

✅ No. All rates shown are starting rates. Final invoices are determined after your return is prepared and are based on complexity, forms, schedules, multiple states, investments, income level, business activity, transaction volume, record organization, and other relevant factors.

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Do complimentary consultations include tax planning or advisory work?

✅ No. Complimentary consultations are limited in scope and are intended for the selected service only. Tax planning, CPA advisory, bookkeeping cleanup, tax resolution, entity questions, IRS or state representation, or other billable professional services may require a paid CPA Consultation & Advisory appointment.

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📌 Ready to Schedule?

Take the stress out of tax season and file with confidence.

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👉 Schedule your consultation directly through our website.

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After scheduling, LTAS will provide next steps for document upload, engagement documents, questionnaires, and any applicable retainer. Your final invoice will reflect the actual complexity of your return and the condition of your records.