📋 Pricing Structure

We provide annual tax preparation services for individuals, self-employed professionals, 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, 1099s (interest/dividends), retirement income, and standard deductions.
Returns with multiple schedules, investments, higher income, 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, and single-member LLCs filing Schedule C. Includes federal and state returns, e-filing, and all required supporting forms.
Pricing may increase depending on transaction volume, additional schedules, income level, or the condition of records. Final invoice is issued at completion.

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

For returns including rental properties, investments, or multi-state filings.
Pricing depends on reporting complexity and the organization of records.

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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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Final pricing depends on entity type, number of shareholders/partners, multiple states, reporting complexity, and record organization. Invoice is issued once preparation is complete.

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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, and scope of amendments.

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👉 Remember: These are starting rates. Your final invoice will reflect the actual time and complexity involved in preparing your return.

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🧩 Services Included in Every Tax Service

• Federal & state return preparation

• All required forms and schedules

• Secure e-filing with confirmation

• General year-ahead guidance (verbal recommendations such as withholding adjustments, estimated tax payments, or basic retirement deduction suggestions)

• Document sharing, e-signatures, and secure communication via TaxDome

(Comprehensive written tax planning or strategy reports are available as a separate service.)

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➕ Additional Services Available

• Multi-state filings

• Amended returns for prior years

• Estimated tax payment planning & vouchers

• Year-round CPA advisory & consulting

• Entity selection/formation guidance

• IRS & state notice response or representation (quoted separately)

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💼 Why Choose LTAS CPA for Tax Preparation?

✔ Licensed CPA with 20+ years of experience
✔ Transparent starting rates with fair invoicing at completion
✔ Annual filing for individuals, self-employed, and businesses
✔ Local Michigan service + nationwide remote support
✔ Secure TaxDome portal for safe document handling
✔ Personalized attention — not “cookie-cutter” tax prep

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📝 How It Works

1. Schedule Online – Book your consultation directly through our website. You’ll receive a confirmation email with appointment details. Appointments available in-office, by phone, or via video call.

2. Portal Access – After booking, you’ll receive access to our secure client portal. Inside, you’ll find your engagement letter and client questionnaire.

3. Required Steps Before We Begin – We cannot start your return until the engagement letter is signed and the questionnaire is completed. If applicable, a retainer fee will also be required before work begins.

4. Preparing & Filing – Once everything is in place, our team prepares your return. We’ll reach out through the portal if more information is needed. You’ll review and e-sign before we e-file.

5. Final Invoice – Issued after completion, based on actual time, complexity, and the condition of your records.

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👉 For a full step-by-step guide, Click Here.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle both federal and state returns?
✅ Yes. All services 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?
✅ Absolutely. We review your prior return, identify corrections, and provide a custom quote before preparing an amended filing.

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Do you offer remote consultations?
✅ Yes. In addition to in-office appointments, we offer phone and video consultations.

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What if I need to file multiple prior-year returns?
✅ A retainer fee will be required before we begin. This retainer is applied to your first invoice, and each year’s return will be billed separately upon completion.

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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, based on complexity — including number of forms, multiple states, investments, income level, and record organization.

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📌 Final Call-to-Action

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

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👉 Schedule your consultation directly through our website. Once booked, you’ll receive secure portal access to complete your engagement letter and questionnaire. After these steps are completed (and any retainer, if applicable), we’ll begin preparing your return.

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Your final invoice will reflect the actual complexity of your return and the condition of your records — ensuring fair and transparent pricing.