Frequently Asked Questions
What makes TotalTaxGurus different?
We’re former IRS professionals who use real insider experience to help individuals and business owners with tax planning, compliance, representation, and long-term strategy.
Do you prepare tax returns?
Yes. Tax preparation generally starts at $500+ and increases based on complexity, forms filed, business activity, state filings, rental properties, investment activity, entity returns, and reporting requirements.
Do you offer bookkeeping?
Yes. Monthly bookkeeping and compliance services generally start at $299 per month and increase based on transaction volume, account complexity, cleanup requirements, payroll needs, and reporting frequency. Our bookkeeping is designed to support tax-ready records, better reporting, and stronger tax planning.
Do you handle IRS audits and notices?
Absolutely. We assist with audits, IRS notices, collections matters, tax debt issues, appeals, penalty abatements, and other federal and California tax matters. IRS defense and tax resolution services are quoted based on scope and complexity.
Do you offer virtual services?
Yes. We work virtually with clients across the United States and also offer local meetings in Santa Clarita / Newhall.
How much do your services cost?
Our pricing depends on complexity, scope, and the level of strategy, preparation, compliance support, or representation required.
- Professional consultations are $299 per hour. If you move forward with a qualifying engagement, that consultation fee may be credited toward the total cost of your services.
- Tax preparation generally starts at $500+. Pricing increases based on the number of forms, schedules, states, businesses, rentals, investments, entities, and reporting requirements involved.
- Strategic tax planning packages start at $1,299. Our planning packages include IRS compliance and audit-readiness guidance built from former IRS experience. Higher-level plans include deeper refinement, follow-up calls, compliance templates, and more personalized advisory support.
- Monthly bookkeeping and compliance services generally start at $299/month. Pricing increases based on transaction volume, account complexity, cleanup requirements, payroll, reporting needs, and ongoing advisory support.
- IRS defense, tax resolution, and advisory services are quoted based on scope and complexity. During your consultation, we’ll review your situation and provide transparent pricing tailored to your needs.
