Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1. What is a CPA, and what does a CPA do?
A CPA, or Certified Public Accountant, is a trusted financial and business advisor who helps individuals, businesses, and other organizations plan and reach their financial goals. Whatever those goals — saving for a new home, opening a new office, or planning a multimillion-dollar merger — CPAs can help.

Q2. I already have an accountant. How would I benefit from talking with TAHIM AND ASSOCIATES, a professional corporation?
First, our initial consultations are free. There are no fees or hidden costs. We believe you'll find that not all accounting firms offer the same types of services, and prices vary. Our initial meeting with you is your opportunity to explore potential tax compliance and process improvements with our team. In some cases, our initial consultations are used by prospective clients to validate a current tax strategy they are pursuing, and for our team to propose next steps to sustain and optimize these outcomes.

Q3. How much do you charge after the first meeting?
We base our fees on a number of factors including the type of services required, the time required to perform the services, the level of expertise and experience required, and the complexity of the work. The fees at TAHIM AND ASSOCIATES, a professional corporation fall into three categories:

Hourly based fees - For much of our work we are compensated based on the numbers of hours it takes to complete the work. We are happy to quote our hourly rates and to provide fee estimates for specific tasks.

Task based pricing - Our payroll processing service is priced based on the number of pay periods per month, the number of checks in each pay period, and the costs of any expenses (such as delivery fees).

Fixed fee services - For some longer term projects or commitments such as monthly write-up we charge a fixed fee. Different types of services command different rates because of the expertise level of the people who perform them. We will talk frankly with you about our fees and put together a plan that utilizes the right CPA or staff person for the services you need so that the value of the service and the price of the service make sense for you.

Q4. How do I know that I'm getting the best combination of price, service, and professional guidance? I do all of my own accounting. How could I save money by using your services?
For some clients, we simply serve as an open resource. We believe the focus of a business owner should be on growing his or her business, not in keeping up on the latest IRS tax publications to maximize tax planning. We realize there is a big temptation to do it all yourself to save money. But think about this: Most successful businesspeople have learned that freeing up more time to spend running a business results in higher revenue increases. It's simply a matter of balance. You let us know what types of tax preparation and planning support your business needs, and TAHIM AND ASSOCIATES, a professional corporation will develop a customized program tailored to meet your needs.

Q5. How do I know what exactly services you will perform and what they will cost?
We use engagement letters that define the work and the associated fees before any work is performed. The engagement letter is designed to prevent any misunderstandings and describes in detail the services to be rendered, fee ranges and other terms and conditions of the engagement. It is a contract that determines our responsibilities and your responsibilities and set both of our expectations for a successful relationship.

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