FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where are you located?

SOUTH LOOP OFFICE: 1136 S. Delano Ct W; Ste B201-2002; Chicago, Illinois 60605.
HOMEWOOD IL OFFICE :1800 Ridge Road Ste 204; Homewood, Il 60430.
PREFERRED METHOD OF FILING: Online using our secure portal & Docusign.

What is your pricing for the preparation of tax returns?

Your pricing will depend upon your tax documents, your family structure, and what tax documents you have received. Please click here to view our standard pricing: https://howardtaxprep.com/pricing

What documents do I need to file my taxes?

The documents needed to prepare, and file your taxes will vary. If you have children, investments, rental property, a business, etc. you will need several documents. To see the documents, and download a tax deduction checklist, please visit our website: https://howardtaxprep.com/documents-needed-to-file **PLEASE HAVE ALL DOCUMENTS BEFORE BOOKING AN APPOINTMENT!

How do I get my documents to you?

** DO NOT REQUEST A PORTAL UNTIL YOU HAVE GATHERED ALL OF THE DOCUMENTS ON THE LIST PORTAL REQUEST ** To send documents securely to Howard Tax Prep LLC, and to allow us to send you documents, please request a portal: https://howardtaxprep.com/portal-access.

If you want to hand deliver your paper documents to us, you will have to visit our South Loop office, located at 1136 S. Delano Ct W. Suite B201-2002; Chicago, Il 60605. PLEASE NOTE, THERE IS A PAPER DOCUMENT PROCESSING FEE OF $49.95. YOU MUST CALL 855-743-5765 TO LET US KNOW THAT YOU WILL BE DROPPING OFF DOCUMENTS. DOCUMENTS MUST BE SECURED IN A SEALED ENVELOPE. PLEASE NOTE, PAPER DOCUMENTS ARE PICKED UP ONCE A WEEK. To see the list of documents needed to file, please click here: https://howardtaxprep.com/documents-needed-to-file#c2d6d634-8bb1-4fbc-8363-763f78dd551d

How do I know what I can deduct?

SELF EMPLOYED & LANDLORDS TAX DEDUCTIONS LIST: To see what things you can deduct, please use the checklist found by clicking this link: https://howardtaxprep.com/documents-needed-to-file#08307f30-ecea-40d0-bb92-9b8c48586d99

I heard that I need a S-Corp, is that true?

If you're a sole proprietor, or single member LLC, in addition to your income taxes, you're subject to an ADDITIONAL 15.3% self-employment tax! Once you began to net $35,000-$40,000 annually, you may need a S-corp! For more information, please click here: https://howardtaxprep.com/s-corp

What Kind of IRS help is included after you file my taxes?

We will explain notices received from the IRS; however, additional work required due to IRS notices/audits is a separate service & charge.

Do you efile tax returns?

Yes. In most cases we will e-file all of your tax returns. If for any reason we need to paper file, we will notify you of this and hard copies with instructions will be sent to you.

I have tax debt, and back filing tax problems, can you assist me?

Do you owe the IRS, or your state back taxes? If so, you need tax resolution services. Howard Tax Prep LLC Chicago tax resolution services can help you settle tax debt, negotiate monthly payments, or apply for a tax debt hardship. Click here for more information https://howardtaxprep.com/tax-debt-problems

What is the cost for accounting services?

If you are looking for monthly bookkeeping, which is the foundation of financial reports, please view our pricing here: https://howardtaxprep.com/bookeeping

What is your refund policy, and processing time policy?

All services are nonrefundable; however, we reserve the right to issue account credits. Once we receive ALL of your documents, along with your deposit payment, we will work to get your return done in 5-7 business days. For returns that require back bookkeeping, it will take 7-10 business days for electronic data to be processed, and 10-17 business days for manual financial data to be processed. https://howardtaxprep.com/refund-policy

Do you offer payroll services?

Yes. Our payroll services start at $29.95 per month, and $4 per employee. Direct deposit, and employee portals are available.