a. Most CPA tax preparers are usually focused on just preparing your taxes.
By the time they prepare your tax returns, there is little they can do to help you save on taxes. The common mantra is "it is what it is, or we've deducted everything we could" - does this sound familiar? Yes, they'll be able to claim a few deductions and credits, but you are still left with a huge tax liability with no options to reduce it at all!
Not all CPAs are created equal. They have their own expertise. The question to your CPA is what is his/her expertise? Do they specialize in preparing taxes only? or do they know tax planning and how to implement strategies as well?
How we're different.
We believe in proactive tax planning. Tax strategies should start in Jan 1 (or the beginning of the tax year) and should be done throughout the year. We will use every available tax saving opportunity, so you have time to act on it immediately during the tax year and be able to claim them come tax time.
b. Most CPA tax preparers may not know the proper way to implement tax strategies.
Your CPA may recommend some strategies but may not be familiar with how to implement them. You are left trying to figure out what you should do!
How we're different.
We help our clients by recommending and providing assistance with the strategy throughout the year. We'll provide periodic communication to assist you in implementing tax strategies, monitor your progress, and make necessary adjustment to achieve your tax savings goal. In other words, we are like you "personal gym trainer" version for your taxes.
<c. Most CPA tax preparers are not aware of utilizing tax efficient investments -
Most of them do not know it is available and do not know where and how to access them!
How we're different.
We will use the most common tax methodologies first to your benefit. But sometimes, these strategies may not be enough to bring your taxes down to your liking. This is where we introduce tax-efficient investments opportunities. We have exclusive access to companies that offer this that are not offered by the CPA tax preparers.