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Your Trusted CPA for Tax Services in San Mateo
With over 35 years of experience in tax preparation and IRS representation, I bring large-firm expertise to small-firm personalized service. My career began at a Big Four CPA firm in Los Angeles and San Francisco, where I developed a deep understanding of complex tax laws. I prioritize continuous education to stay current with evolving regulations, ensuring accurate filings and strategic planning. Clients benefit from direct access to my expertise without intermediaries, fostering tailored solutions for individual and business tax needs.My commitment to excellence is reflected in 5-star Google reviews and a track record of resolving IRS audits, offers-in-compromise, and tax disputes efficiently. I specialize in California tax law nuances, including net operating loss carrybacks and recent legislative changes affecting corporations, LLCs, and self-employed individuals. Transparency and accessibility define my practice, with a promise to respond to client inquiries within 24 hours.
Services
Tax Preparation
IRS Representation
Tax Planning
Audit Defense
Offer-in-Compromise
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of tax law expertise with Big Four firm background
- Direct access to CPA without intermediaries
- Specialized knowledge of California tax regulations
- Proven success in IRS audit defense and settlements
- Timely responses to client inquiries within 24 hours
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
What people say
5 stars
Expertly handled
Personalized service
Timely responses
Tax law expert
Services
Tax Preparation
Accurate preparation of federal and state tax returns for corporations, LLCs, partnerships, trusts, and self-employed individuals. Includes strategic planning to maximize deductions and credits while ensuring compliance with evolving tax laws. Specialized in California-specific regulations and complex scenarios like stock options and real estate transactions.
IRS Representation
Comprehensive representation during IRS audits, including correspondence management and case presentation. Expertise in negotiating offers-in-compromise and resolving tax disputes. Focuses on minimizing liability while streamlining processes for efficient resolution of audits, payment plans, and lien removal.
Tax Planning
Year-round strategic planning to reduce tax liability through retirement plans, entity selection, and timing of deductions. Advises on recent tax law changes including the Inflation Reduction Act and California net operating loss carrybacks. Tailored solutions for business owners and high-net-worth individuals.
People
Bess Kane
CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 35+ years of experience in tax preparation and IRS representation. Former Big Four firm professional specializing in corporate, partnership, and individual tax strategy. Committed to personalized service and resolving complex tax issues efficiently.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
I specialize in corporate, LLC, partnership, and self-employed tax returns, along with IRS audit defense, offer-in-compromise negotiations, and California tax planning.
How can you help with IRS audits?
I handle all audit communications, present cases in IRS-friendly formats, and work to resolve issues quickly while minimizing your liability through proven negotiation strategies.
Do you offer tax planning services?
Yes, I provide year-end and ongoing tax planning to reduce liability, including entity selection, retirement plans, and leveraging recent tax law changes.
Are you available for new clients?
Currently, I cannot accept new clients due to capacity limitations, but I encourage you to check back for future availability.
How quickly do you respond to client inquiries?
I aim to respond to all client emails within 24 hours to ensure timely support for tax-related questions.
