Individual Services

These are just a few of the services we offer to you as an individual (non-business) taxpayer!

GLBT and Domestic Partner Specialists

Never before in this country have we witnessed as many legislative and political changes affecting the GLBT community as we have in the last decade. In California, as with the few other states recognizing same-sex marriage and/or domestic partnership in the United States, the tax implications are many and often difficult to navigate without intimate knowledge of the tax code. It isn't as simple as treating your partner as a spouse as defined by IRS regulations; the State of California, as with all things income tax-related, takes a very different approach than the Federal government.

The rapidly changing canvas of state and federal regulations regarding taxation of same-sex couples and domestic partners is our stock in trade, and what sets us apart from our many colleagues in the tax and accounting profession. We are seasoned professionals in all matters impacting the GLBT community.

We can help you make sure that you are paying the taxes you need to pay - no more, no less. We can also assist you in planning your financial and income tax future to ensure that you take advantage of every single tax benefit you are entitled to, both at the state and federal level, and keep you up-to-date on all the changes coming down that can effect you.

We are also experienced in assisting the GLBT small business owner, in all aspects of your business and financial future, from payroll and accounting, to tax return preparation and planning. We are here to assist you and help your business to succeed!

Our primary goal is always to assist and educate our clients in all tax and financial matters, regardless of their income level, background or current circumstances, with the utmost respect and dignity. It is and has been our tradition for over 30 years.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Income Tax Preparation

For over 3 decades our organization has provided our taxpayer clients - both private and commercial - with highly-attentive, detail-intensive tax preparation and tax planning services. Over the years we have saved our clients literally millions of dollars in income tax. We do this by taking into consideration every facet of the taxpayer’s life and livelihood, enabling us to find those legitimate tax deductions and credits which the average taxpayer traditionally overlooks. We make you aware of your assets and liabilities upfront, so there will be no surprises down the line. And we don’t stop at April 15th – we pride ourselves on our ability to provide tax advice and planning expertise 365 days a year!

Have you missed filing your returns for a few years? AHLSTARZ can help you there to! We specialize in assisting our clients with becoming compliant with the tax code and bringing you current. The IRS doesn’t have to win. We know how to play the game!

Tax Planning and Review

We at AHLSTARZ know how difficult it can be to plan the future with the ever-changing tax codes at both the state and federal levels. Job changes, relocation, career advancement and other life-changing events can make the tax waters very murky for the average taxpayer. We can assist you in review your tax future, and planning to take on those hurdles that you may not immediately see on the road ahead! Becoming self-employed? Moving to a new state or country? Immigrating? Emigrating? We can help you!

We are also skilled in reviewing your previously filed tax returns and making sure that nothing has been missed. As an independent organization, we think outside the box when it comes to finding those legitimate deductions that you are entitled to. We can save you money! Contact us know to find out how!