Individuals + businesses
Tax returns prepared carefully, and planned for before they are due.
Individual and business returns, prepared by experienced preparers and reviewed by our founder before anything is filed. Planning happens during the year, when it can still change the outcome.
What's included
Tax Preparation & Planning
People who want a return done right the first time, and business owners who would rather plan for tax than react to it.
Individual returns
Single, joint, separate, head of household, seniors, dependents and students.
Self-employed and gig income
Schedule C for sole proprietors, freelancers, 1099 workers and single-member LLCs.
Rental property
Schedule E for residential and commercial rentals, including depreciation.
Business returns
Partnerships, multi-member LLCs, corporations, S-corporations and estates.
Tax planning and analysis
Estimated payments, entity and S-corp decisions, and year-end moves made before December 31.
Multi-state clients
Clients in 48 states, handled without an office visit.
How much does tax preparation cost?
Individual returns start at $350, married filing jointly is $450, and seniors or dependents start at $75. Business returns start at $350. The full fee schedule is on the pricing page.
Who reviews my return?
Every return is reviewed by our founder before it is filed, including returns prepared by our team.
Can you prepare my return if I live outside California?
Yes. Sound Profit serves clients in 48 states.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Last year's return, every W-2 and 1099, records of business or rental income and expenses, and photo ID. The booking page has the full checklist.