Personal tax preparation in Fort Lauderdale
Individual tax returns prepared on time and in compliance, whether you're an employee, self-employed, a business owner, an investor, or living between countries.
Serving Fort Lauderdale, Lauderhill, Oakland Park, Dania Beach, and clients across the U.S.
Individual tax returns we prepare
Federal and state returns for simple and more involved situations.
Individuals and families 1040
W-2 income, dependents, credits, and itemized or standard deductions.
Self-employed and 1099 income Schedule C
Freelancers, contractors, and sole proprietors, including self-employment tax.
Business owners K-1
S corporation and partnership income, owner pay, and distributions reported correctly.
Rental property Schedule E
Rental income, expenses, and depreciation set up and tracked year to year.
Investments
Stock sales, dividends, interest, and cryptocurrency transactions.
Prior year and amended returns 1040-X
Unfiled returns caught up and past returns corrected.
Foreign income, accounts, and nonresidents
If you have money, property, or income outside the U.S., there are extra forms to file. We prepare them with your return so nothing is missed.
FBAR FinCEN 114
Required when your foreign accounts total more than $10,000 at any point during the year.
Foreign financial assets 8938
Reporting of foreign accounts and assets above IRS thresholds, filed with your return.
Interests in foreign corporations 5471
For individuals who own or control part of a company outside the U.S., including GILTI.
Nonresident returns 1040-NR
For individuals who aren't U.S. residents for tax purposes but have U.S. income.
ITIN applications with an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent
MaxScale Accounting is an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA). If you, your spouse, or your dependents aren't eligible for a Social Security number, we help you get an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
We verify your identity documents in person at our office, so you keep your passport instead of mailing the original to the IRS.
- Form W-7 preparation and submission
- In-person document verification
- ITIN applications filed with your tax return
- ITIN renewals
No surprises at filing time
If you're self-employed or own a business, taxes aren't withheld from your paycheck. We can prepare a tax projection during the year and tell you how much to pay in estimated taxes each quarter.
Own a business? We also prepare business tax returns, so your personal and business returns stay consistent.
How it works
Send your documents
W-2s, 1099s, prior year return, and anything else that applies. We'll tell you what's missing.
We prepare and review
We prepare your return and go over the results with you before anything is filed.
We file
We e-file your federal and state returns and let you know about anything coming up next.
Common questions
Something else on your mind? Call us at 954-686-2922.
When are personal tax returns due?
Individual returns are generally due April 15. You can file an extension to October 15, but any tax you owe is still due in April.
What documents should I bring?
Your W-2s, 1099s, last year's return, and records for anything else that applies, like rental income, investments, or business income. After our first call, we send you a list based on your situation.
I haven't filed in a few years. Can you help?
Yes. We prepare prior year returns and help you get caught up and back in compliance.
Do I have to mail my passport to get an ITIN?
Not with us. As an IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent, we verify your documents in person and return them to you right away.
Do I need to file an FBAR?
If you're a U.S. person and your foreign accounts added together were worth more than $10,000 at any time during the year, you generally need to file FinCEN Form 114.
How much does personal tax preparation cost?
It depends on what's included in your return. Contact us for a free estimate.
Let us take care of your return this year
Tell us about your situation and we'll give you a free estimate.
