FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My fee for a 1040 income tax return is $175.00. For a small business income tax return, the base fee is $350.00. For bookkeeping the fee is $75.00 per hour. Other consulting work is typically charged by the job. The above prices are estimates. The actual price depends on the amount of work required to provide the client with a deliverable product.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to meet with the client to understand his or her needs; often this is done during a free consultation. We discuss the current situation, and where he or she wants to be. Once I gain a good understanding, I will prepare an engagement letter, which spells out the scope of services and each of our responsibilities. Once the letter is signed, I start the work requested.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a licensed Certified Public Accountant, a QuickBooks ProAdivsor, and a Six Sigma Green Belt. I have over 20 years experience in small business consulting as well as small business and individual income tax preparation. The State of Michigan requires 40 hours of continuing education each year to maintain licensure. I am up to date on my continuing education.