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!

IRS AUDIT Representation

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

Los Angeles Couples: Wondering When to File “Married Filing Separately”?

Quick Answers: When To File Married Filing Separately?Filing separately can help if one spouse has high medical expenses and a lower income. It can protect a tax refund from being seized if the other spouse owes past debts (taxes, child support, student...

Are IRA Contributions Deductible for Los Angeles Savers?

Key TakeawaysTraditional IRA contributions may be deductible, depending on your income, filing status, and whether you or your spouse are covered by a workplace retirement plan Roth IRA contributions are not deductible, but qualified withdrawals in...

How Do Taxes for Freelancers and Los Angeles Gig Workers Work?

Key TakeawaysIf you had freelance or side gig income in 2025, you report it on Schedule C. If your net profit is $400 or more, you also file Schedule SE for self-employment tax. Even if you never receive a 1099, your freelance or side gig income is still...

Pronto Income Tax Team’s 5 Online Security Tips to Protect Your Information

Less than a week until Christmas. You might be like me, always planning on shopping early but still somehow ending up frantically searching for a few last-minute gifts in some Los Angeles store because online gifts won’t make it in time.If you haven’t finished your...

The New Stimulus Update and Tax Issues for Los Angeles Filers

The "American Rescue Plan" has now been finalized by Congress and signed by President Biden. And there are things you should know, that may affect your taxes, for 2020 and 2021 and future years.There is a lot to discuss, and we will have more to say early next...

Protecting Los Angeles People from IRS Scams

Here we are ... already February is in the rearview mirror. And while this is certainly a less hectic tax season than the past three, it doesn’t mean things are easy. The thousands of pages in our tax code have all kinds of traps inside them.Also, with the IRS...

Contracting or Employee – How Los Angeles Job Seekers Decide

A lot of Los Angeles people say, “more money, more problems.” While that saying is partially true, I think a lot of us would be only too happy to get a little more green in our bank accounts considering the current inflation situation.Especially those working for...

What Is A Notice Of Federal Tax Lien, And Can It Cost Los Angeles Taxpayers Their Jobs?

Key TakeawaysFederal law protects you from being fired because of an IRS wage levy. A tax levy takes from your wages. A federal tax lien secures the IRS’s claim against your property. A wage levy can still create workplace tension and cash flow...

Pronto Income Tax Team’s Guide for When You Miss the Tax Filing Deadline

If you filed on time, next week’s tax deadline will probably pass by unnoticed. Another year’s taxes are filed away.But… if you’ve fallen behind, had trouble gathering all your documents, or simply decided to ignore the tax filing deadline, this note is for...

Los Angeles Taxpayers Filing in 2026: When Should You Hire An Accountant For Taxes?

Key TakeawaysIf your return is truly simple (one W-2, standard deduction, no investments or side income), tax software may be sufficient. If you have self-employment income, rentals, investments, multi-state issues, or major life changes, filing with a...

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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