Finding a tax preparer for your business can be stressful, and finding one that is local and good isn’t always easy, but here’s some advice on how you can find a Glendale tax preparer for businesses.
Know What to Look for in a Tax Preparer
This may seem obvious, but to find the right Glendale tax preparer, you need to know exactly what your business needs are and what to look for. The following four questions are important to ask any business tax preparer:
- Can You Help Me Start My Business?
If you’re just getting started, there are important steps you need to take to make your business legal in Glendale or any other city. Does this potential tax preparer know the steps needed to start an LLC in California or to establish an S-corporation? If they can’t answer basic questions about starting a business, then chances are, they won’t be able to answer the more complex tax questions that come later.
- Can You Handle My Current Business Needs?
If you’ve been in business for a while, you probably have a good idea of what your business needs from a tax preparer. If you’re already incorporated, you need someone who is familiar with corporate tax law, has experience filing corporate taxes, and understands how your corporate tax return may affect your individual tax return.
- Can You Expand as My Glendale Business Expands?
This year, you may only need a business tax specialist to file your corporate return, but if you have a sudden influx of customers, take on more employees, and need to purchase more equipment, you need someone who understands your growing needs. This could include taking care of payroll and handling all of your bookkeeping.
- Do You Understand California Business Tax Laws?
Business tax laws can vary not only from federal tax laws but also from other states. Since your business is in Glendale, you will need a tax preparer who is familiar with the tax laws in the state of California.
Ask for Client Testimonials
As every business owner knows, it’s never only about what product or service you sell that affects your success. Customer service can make or break you, and that goes for tax preparation as well. And the best way to find out more about a tax preparer’s customer service reputation is to ask current clients. Any business tax specialist should have no problem offering client testimonials and/or client recommendations.
Network with Other Glendale Businesses
Whenever you’re looking to hire or be hired, networking with other like-minded people in your industry can always help. The same is true when you’re looking for a tax preparer in Glendale. Network with other Glendale businesses to find out who does their business tax returns and/or who they’d recommend.
Moore & Paquette Tax Group is located in Burbank, which is about as convenient as it can get for your Glendale business. We have tax specialists who understand the tax needs of businesses of all sizes. If you’d like to learn more about us, please reach out today.
**Please note that tax law can change often, and the above should not be considered legal advice. Always consult with a tax preparer before completing a tax return.