Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert Tax Services in San Mateo, CA
Christina Carter Tax Service has been solving tax and accounting challenges for individuals and businesses since 1989. As an Enrolled Agent with federal licensing to represent taxpayers before the IRS, we combine over 35 years of experience with personalized service to address complex tax issues. Our expertise spans tax preparation, planning, resolution strategies, and bookkeeping, tailored to each client's unique financial situation.Based in San Mateo, CA, we prioritize confidentiality, integrity, and proactive communication while staying current with evolving tax laws. Our mission is to help clients legally minimize tax liabilities, resolve IRS disputes, and achieve long-term financial stability through ethical, client-centered solutions.
Services
Tax Advisory
IRS Tax Resolution
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping Services
Business Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We are federally licensed Enrolled Agents with unlimited IRS representation rights.
- Over 35 years of experience resolving complex tax issues for individuals and businesses.
- Personalized tax strategies tailored to your unique financial circumstances.
- Local expertise in San Mateo County's state and federal tax regulations.
- Proactive approach to staying ahead of tax law changes that affect your finances.
Associations and certifications
- Enrolled Agent (EA)
- QuickBooks Pro Advisor
What people say
Expertise, precision, dedication
Knowledgeable, up to date on tax laws
Proactive approach, attention to detail
Painless tax filing experience
Highly recommend to others
Services
Tax Advisory
Our tax advisory services provide strategic guidance for individuals and businesses facing complex tax challenges. We analyze your financial situation to identify legal opportunities for minimizing liabilities, resolving IRS disputes, and optimizing long-term tax planning. With expertise in federal and state regulations, we deliver customized solutions that align with your specific goals.
IRS Tax Resolution
Specializing in IRS tax resolution, we help clients address unfiled returns, back taxes, liens, and wage garnishments. Our Enrolled Agents negotiate payment plans, penalty abatements, and offer-in-compromise settlements while representing you throughout the process. We prioritize stopping collection actions and restoring financial stability through proven strategies.
Tax Preparation
We handle tax preparation for individuals, self-employed professionals, and small businesses with precision and compliance. Our services include personal returns, amendments, out-of-state filings, and business tax reporting. By staying current with annual tax law changes, we ensure accurate filings that maximize deductions while minimizing audit risks.
Bookkeeping Services
Our bookkeeping services offer year-round financial management for small businesses. We provide QuickBooks setup, transaction posting, reconciliation, and financial statement preparation. As a QuickBooks Pro Advisor, we ensure accurate record-keeping that supports informed business decisions and simplifies tax preparation processes.
Business Consulting
New business consulting includes entity selection, licensing assistance, and accounting system setup. We guide entrepreneurs through legal requirements and financial planning to establish a strong foundation. Our services also cover ongoing advisory support for existing businesses seeking growth opportunities and operational efficiency.
People
Christina Carter
Enrolled Agent
Christina Carter, EA, has specialized in tax resolution and accounting since 1986. She earned her Enrolled Agent license in 1992 after rigorous IRS examinations. With degrees in Management and Accounting, she combines federal expertise with local knowledge to serve San Mateo County clients.
Questions
What tax services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, IRS resolution, bookkeeping, business consulting, and tax planning services for individuals and small businesses in San Mateo County.
How can you help with IRS tax problems?
Our Enrolled Agents negotiate payment plans, penalty abatements, and offer-in-compromise settlements while representing you in IRS communications to resolve liens, audits, and back taxes.
What makes you different from other tax professionals?
We combine federal licensing as Enrolled Agents with over 35 years of local experience, offering personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique financial situation.
Do you serve businesses outside San Mateo?
We primarily serve San Mateo County, including Belmont, Burlingame, Redwood City, and surrounding areas with tax and accounting services.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Call (650) 343-4650 to schedule an appointment during our weekday business hours. We offer personalized tax consultations by appointment only.
