Tax Services

When it comes to the world of taxes, preparation and planning go a LONG way. We have the expertise and knowledge you are looking for in a tax professional and can help you navigate your options.

We’re happy to help you with any of these services:

Tax Preparation

Stop missing out on potential deductions that could be saving you big money!

Tax Planning

Real strategies and solutions to help you minimize your IRS liability.

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IRS AUDIT Representation

Don’t go it alone! We’re your ally and representative in an IRS audit.

All People Are Tax People by David Barnes

... except, well ... when they aren't. Or when they have a question. Or when they have to deal directly with the IRS (yikes). Or when they have any kind of complications in their return. Or ... I could go on, but you get the point.The Super Bowl is behind us (congrats...

Five Key Habits of the Wealthy Southern California Clients We Serve

The clock is really ticking now on 2020.But before you celebrate, please -- for the love of Pete -- make SURE that you are getting whatever needs doing done NOW that might affect this year's taxes. I've been banging this drum the last couple weeks, but I know how...

David Barnes’ Insights on How to Choose the Right Health Insurance Plan

November has officially begun.Decisions are upon us. All of the normal holiday decisions, like which Lego set to buy the little one or which relatives to invite (or not invite) for Thanksgiving dinner, are dancing through our heads as the seasons change.But not only...

Cultivating Gratitude for Thanksgiving 2020 in Southern California

I think we all need this week.2020 has been *so hard*, for so many in Southern California (and far beyond!). And it's not over yet -- from continued electoral fighting, to spikes in virus cases and increased governmental restrictions all over the place, and (of...

David Barnes’ Tax Checklist for Southern California Taxpayers

Every year within the independent tax and accounting business community here in Southern California (and on various online channels), we have a little fun laughing at the newest TurboTax or Block commercials. Last year, it was "all people are tax people". This year,...

David Barnes’ Four Keys To Shape Your Financial Future During College

I wish I had been smarter about money when I was younger.(You too?)Now, when I observe the power of compounding interest, and the kinds of possibilities available to those Southern California residents who have accumulated an asset base (however "small" it might seem)...

David’s Top 5 Healthy Financial Habits

Yep, here we are in March, and that means that it's GO TIME for taxes. If it takes you a couple weeks to pull things together, and get organized ... well, now is a very good time to start the process.We're here for you with any questions: (714) 541-4338But don't panic...

A Guardian Plan For The Unexpected by David Barnes

This is the week the real work begins. The IRS started electronically accepting returns on Monday (the 27th), and our offices have already been hopping.As I've mentioned before, it's a GREAT idea, this year of all years, to get a jump on your taxes. I won't rehash all...

David Barnes’ Four Common Investment Mistakes

The stock market has caused some alarm as of late. Will investors wake up panicked or encouraged tomorrow? It's hard to say.But one thing is clear: basing your peace of mind on market signals is no way to live.That said, I'd love to see my Southern California clients...

How Year-End Giving Changes You by David Barnes

We're almost done with 2019, cue the fireworks. It's been a tough year for many (including some of our clients), and you might be eagerly looking forward to that calendar change.Shoot, we're about to set forth into an entirely new DECADE. It's as good a time as any to...

How You’re Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: the State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.

But the problem is that regular taxpayers, like you, are missing out on legal and safe deductions, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year!

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