Simple, accurate tax preparation. No surprises.
Tax preparation doesn’t have to feel confusing, stressful, or last-minute. I prepare your return accurately and efficiently, communicate clearly, and explain everything before you file.
A good fit if you…
- Want a CPA to prepare your return accurately and efficiently
- Prefer clear communication and realistic timelines
- Have clean or reasonably organized records
- Value compliance and peace of mind
If you’re looking for aggressive loopholes or last-minute scrambling, I’m probably not the right fit, and that’s okay.
My tax preparation services
Business Tax Returns
Starting at
Pricing may increase with complexity, multiple states, or disorganized records.
- Forms 1120, 1120-S, and 1065
- Review of the financials you provide
- Filing and confirmation
- For businesses with clean bookkeeping and organized records
Individual Tax Returns
Starting at
- Federal return plus one state
- Review for accuracy and completeness
- A clear explanation of your return before filing
- Self-employed? Add Schedule C: $250 per business
- Own rentals? Add Schedule E: $150 per property
Pricing assumes clean, organized books. If yours need work, I may recommend a Diagnostic Review first.
Additional Services
1099 preparation & filing
from $250
Sales tax returns
from $150
Estimated tax assistance
available as needed
Clear expectations from day one
Included
- Accurate preparation based on the information you provide
- Clear communication and expectations
- Timely filing when your information arrives on time
Not included
- Ongoing tax planning
- IRS or state representation
- Cleanup or bookkeeping work, unless separately engaged
Looking for planning or strategy? Advisory may be a better fit. Books need catching up first? Start with cleanup.
How tax fits with everything else
- DIY clients often start with tax prep and grow into better systems
- Bookkeeping clients get smoother, more efficient tax seasons
- Advisory clients use tax data as part of bigger-picture planning
You don’t have to do everything at once. I’ll meet you where you are.
I’ve used Melanie for years and she’s WONDERFUL. Always available to answer questions and always finishes early! I could not be happier with her service. She’s never disappointed me.
Peter H. · Tax Client
Ready to get started?
Book a free 20-minute call. I’ll confirm fit, timing, and next steps with you. No pressure. No shame. Just clear, professional tax support.