Services

Tax Preparation
& Planning Services

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Individual Tax Preparation

Professional tax preparation for individuals and families throughout La Crescenta and the surrounding Foothill communities. From simple W-2 returns to more complex tax situations, we prepare accurate federal and state returns with personalized guidance.

W-2 Employees

Federal and state tax returns for employees and wage earners.

1099 Contractors & Gig Workers

Tax preparation for freelancers, independent contractors, and side businesses.

Self-Employed & Schedule C

Sole proprietors and small business owners with business income and deductions.

Rental & Investment Income

Rental properties, stock sales, dividends, and capital gains reporting.

Prior Year & Amended Returns

Correct missed filings, amend returns, and resolve previous filing issues..

Estimated Tax Planning

Quarterly estimated tax payments and year-round planning.

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Small Business Tax Services

Small Business Tax Services

Chafin & Kanteman provides tax preparation and planning services for small businesses throughout La Crescenta and the surrounding Foothill communities. We work with business owners to prepare accurate returns, address filing requirements, and plan for federal and state tax obligations throughout the year.

Sole Proprietors & Single-Member LLCs

Tax preparation for sole proprietors, independent professionals, and single-member LLCs, including Schedule C income, deductible business expenses, and estimated tax payments.

Partnerships & Multi-Member LLCs

Preparation of partnership and multi-member LLC tax returns, including Form 1065, partner reporting, and Schedule K-1 preparation.

S Corporations & C Corporations

Business tax return preparation for S corporations and C corporations, including shareholder or owner reporting, payroll-related tax considerations, and year-end filing requirements.

Estimated Tax Planning

Guidance on quarterly estimated tax payments, cash-flow planning, and year-round tax obligations to help reduce avoidable surprises.

Year-End Tax Planning

A proactive review of business income, expenses, entity activity, and filing requirements before year-end to identify planning opportunities and prepare for tax season.

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Easy, Flexible Ways to File Your Taxes

Whether you prefer to upload your documents online, mail them to our office, or stop by in person, Chafin & Kanteman makes the tax preparation process simple and convenient.

Schedule an Appointment

Meet with us in person, by phone, or virtually at a time that’s convenient for you. Whether you’re a new or returning client, we’re here to answer questions and guide you through the tax preparation process.

Secure Online Upload

Upload your tax documents securely from anywhere using our encrypted client portal. We’ll review your information and contact you if we need anything else.

Mail Your Documents

If you prefer traditional mail, simply send your tax documents to our office. We’ll prepare your return and communicate with you throughout the process.

Drop-Off Service

Drop off your tax documents at our La Crescenta office during business hours. No appointment is required for document drop-offs.

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Year-Round Guidance & Support

Tax questions don’t stop after filing season. Chafin & Kanteman provides year-round guidance to help individuals and business owners navigate tax questions, planning opportunities, and unexpected situations with confidence.

Tax Planning & Advice

Guidance throughout the year to help you understand tax implications before important financial decisions are made.

IRS & State Tax Notices

Assistance responding to IRS and state tax notices, correspondence, and requests for additional information.

New Business & Entity Guidance

Support when starting a business, choosing an entity, or understanding your tax filing responsibilities.

Changes in Your Situation

Whether you’ve moved, sold property, started a business, retired, or experienced another major life change, we’re here to help you understand how it affects your taxes.

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