Tax Preparation and Planning Beyond Filing Season.

Tax preparation should be accurate, organized and responsive to your individual circumstances. Based in Palatine, Illinois, LGD CPA provides income tax preparation for individuals, small businesses, business owners, self-employed professionals and real estate investors. We help clients understand their filing requirements, organize the necessary information and approach tax season with greater confidence.

Our services extend beyond preparing annual tax returns. We provide year-round tax planning and personalized guidance to help clients evaluate financial decisions, identify available deductions and credits, and anticipate potential tax obligations. Whether you need assistance with a current return, a prior-year correction or a tax-related question, we focus on practical solutions tailored to your financial situation.

Individual Tax Preparation

We prepare federal and state income tax returns for individuals, including employees, self-employed professionals, business owners and real estate investors. Our approach emphasizes accurate reporting, careful consideration of available deductions and credits, and attention to the details that affect each taxpayer’s circumstances. We explain the information needed for filing and provide personalized guidance to help you navigate your individual tax obligations with confidence.

Business Tax Preparation

Business tax returns require accurate financial records and an understanding of how business activities affect tax obligations. LGD CPA prepares tax returns for small businesses and coordinates tax reporting with accounting and bookkeeping information. We help business owners organize financial data, address income and expense classifications, and understand the tax implications of business decisions. Our goal is dependable tax preparation that supports compliance and helps minimize surprises during filing season.

Tax Planning & IRS Support

Effective tax planning involves looking ahead rather than waiting until filing season. We help individuals and business owners evaluate tax-saving opportunities, plan for estimated payments and consider the tax consequences of important financial decisions. We also assist with amended tax returns, IRS notices and tax-related matters requiring additional attention. Our focus is on providing clear explanations, practical strategies and professional support when tax questions arise.

Tax Preparation Starting Fees.

We believe in clear, straightforward pricing. The fees below represent starting prices for tax returns with organized records and relatively uncomplicated filing requirements. We review each client’s circumstances and provide a fee quote based on the work involved.

Individual Tax Preparation

Starting at

$450

Professional preparation of individual income tax returns, including Form 1040 and applicable state filings. Fees vary based on additional schedules, self-employment income, rental properties, investments and other filing requirements.

Business Tax Preparation

Starting at

$950

Professional preparation of business income tax returns, including S corporations (Form 1120-S) and partnerships (Form 1065), with applicable state filings. Fees vary based on business complexity, quality of financial records, additional state filings and other reporting requirements.

Starting fees apply to relatively straightforward tax returns with complete, organized records. Actual fees depend on the complexity of the return, additional schedules, multiple state filings and other reporting requirements. Final pricing will be confirmed after reviewing your tax preparation needs.

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