🧾 Tax Preparation Services & Starting Rates

At Litherland Tax & Accounting Services, LLC (“LTAS”), we provide clear, organized, CPA-led tax preparation for individuals, self-employed clients, and businesses. Whether you need a basic return or a more complex filing, our team provides dependable guidance and transparent starting rates so you can file with confidence.

👉 Schedule your consultation directly through our website to get started.

📋 Tax Preparation Starting Rates

Litherland Tax & Accounting Services provides professional tax preparation services for individuals, self-employed clients, businesses, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations.

All rates shown are starting rates. Final fees are based on the complexity of the return, required forms and schedules, number of states, business activity, condition and organization of records, additional work required, and the overall scope of the engagement.

Individual Tax Return Filing

Starting at $250+

Federal and state tax return preparation with electronic filing. This starting rate generally applies to basic individual returns with W-2 income, basic 1099 income, retirement income, standard deductions, and limited additional schedules.

Returns involving additional schedules, investments, multiple states, rental activity, self-employment, higher complexity, or additional reporting requirements may be billed at a higher rate.

Self-Employed / Schedule C Filing

Starting at $650+

For freelancers, independent contractors, sole proprietors, and single-member LLC owners filing Schedule C.

Pricing depends on the complexity of the return, transaction volume, required schedules and forms, condition and organization of business records, and any additional work required.

Complex Individual Returns

Starting at $850+

For individual returns involving rental properties, investments, K-1s, multiple states, significant itemized deductions, multiple income sources, or other complex tax matters.

Pricing depends on the required reporting, forms and schedules, complexity of the return, and condition and organization of the records provided.

Business Tax Return Preparation

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+

Final business return pricing depends on entity type, number of owners, shareholder or partner activity, required forms and schedules, multiple-state filing requirements, reporting complexity, bookkeeping and payroll condition, balance sheet complexity, and organization of the records provided.

Year-End Payroll & Contractor Filings

Starting at $450+

Includes year-end filings such as Forms W-2, W-3, 1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, and related filings.

Pricing depends on the number and type of forms required, filing requirements, condition of the records, corrections needed, applicable deadlines, and whether payroll or contractor records were maintained by LTAS during the year.

Amended Returns

Custom Quote

Amended return services are available for individuals and businesses when previously filed returns require corrections or changes.

Pricing is based on the tax year, type and complexity of the return, corrections required, supporting documentation available, condition of the original return, and overall scope of work.

👉 Please remember: All rates shown are starting rates. Your final invoice will reflect the actual complexity, required forms and schedules, record condition, additional work required, and overall scope of your return.

🧩 Services Included in Tax Preparation

Tax preparation services generally include:

• Federal and applicable state tax return preparation
• Required tax forms and schedules within the agreed scope
• Electronic filing when available and appropriate
• Secure document sharing and electronic signatures through TaxDome
• Review of the completed return before filing
• General verbal guidance related to the prepared return, such as basic withholding adjustments, estimated tax reminders, or filing recommendations

Comprehensive tax planning, strategic CPA advisory services, bookkeeping cleanup, tax resolution, IRS or state representation, entity selection or restructuring, research, and other professional services outside the tax preparation engagement are separate services and may require a paid CPA Consultation & Advisory appointment or separate engagement.

➕ Additional Services Available

• Multi-state tax filings
• Prior-year tax returns
• Amended returns
• Estimated tax planning and payment guidance
• Year-round CPA advisory and consulting
• Entity selection and structure guidance
• IRS and state tax notice assistance
• Tax resolution and representation
• Bookkeeping cleanup and accounting review
• Payroll-related tax matters

💼 Why Choose LTAS for Tax Preparation?

✔ CPA-led tax preparation
✔ 25+ years of experience
✔ Transparent starting rates
✔ Individual, self-employed, and business tax preparation
✔ Local Michigan service with secure remote options
✔ Secure TaxDome client portal for documents, electronic signatures, and communication
✔ Personalized, organized, and professional service

📝 How It Works

1. Schedule Online
Schedule your tax preparation consultation directly through our website. Appointments may be available in person, by phone, or by video meeting, depending on the service selected and availability.

2. Portal Access
Current clients may access their existing TaxDome client portal. New clients will receive portal access instructions from LTAS when appropriate.

3. Complete the Required Steps
Before preparation can begin, all applicable engagement requirements must be completed, including the engagement letter, tax organizer or questionnaire, requested documents, and any applicable retainer.

4. Preparation & Review
Once the required information and documents have been received, our team will prepare your return and contact you if additional information is needed. You will have an opportunity to review your completed return and complete the required electronic signatures before filing.

5. Payment & Filing
Your final invoice must be paid in full and all required signatures and filing authorizations must be completed before LTAS files your tax return.

For additional details, please review our Tax Preparation Process page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle both federal and state returns?

✅ Yes. Tax preparation services generally include federal and applicable state filing within the scope of the engagement. Multi-state returns are available for an additional fee.

Can you amend a return prepared by another tax professional?

✅ Yes. LTAS can review previously filed returns and provide a custom quote for amended return preparation based on the tax year, type of return, corrections required, available documentation, and overall scope of work.

Do you offer in-person and remote appointments?

✅ Yes. Depending on the service selected and availability, appointments may be offered in person, by phone, or by video meeting.

Are you accepting new tax preparation clients?

✅ Seasonal tax preparation is available for current LTAS clients and new tax clients personally referred by a current LTAS client.

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

✅ We can assist with prior-year filings. Each tax year is reviewed and billed separately based on the complexity and scope of work. A retainer may be required before preparation begins.

Are the rates listed final?

✅ No. All rates shown are starting rates. Final fees are based on the complexity of the return, required forms and schedules, multiple-state filings, investments, business activity, condition and organization of records, additional work required, and overall scope of the engagement.

Do complimentary consultations include tax planning or advisory services?

✅ No. Complimentary consultations are limited to the scope of the selected service. Tax planning, CPA advisory, bookkeeping cleanup, tax resolution, entity questions, IRS or state representation, research, or other professional services may require a paid CPA Consultation & Advisory appointment or separate engagement.

📌 Ready to Schedule?

We look forward to helping make your tax preparation process organized and straightforward.

👉 Schedule your consultation directly through our website.

After scheduling, LTAS will provide the appropriate next steps for your engagement, including portal access when applicable, required documents, questionnaires or organizers, engagement documents, and any applicable retainer.