Transparent Tax Prep Pricing (Federal + IL Included)

Choose the level of support you want — from async CPA review to a guided interview. Remote or in-person in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

  • CPA Review
  • Secure Portal
  • Upfront Pricing
  • E-File Included
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Personal Tax Filing

Prices below include Federal + Illinois, CPA review, and e-file. Your final fee is confirmed after intake before we prepare and file.

Most Popular

1040 Verify (Async)

CPA review + e-file — no meeting required.

$99

What’s included

  • Secure online intake + document upload
  • CPA review of your inputs/documents
  • 1 round of clarifying questions via portal/messages
  • E-signature + e-file (Federal + IL)
  • PDF copy of filed return + summary

Good fit for

  • W-2, 1099-INT/DIV, standard deduction
  • Simple credits and typical single-state filing (IL)

Multiple states, self-employment, rentals, K-1s, high-volume trades/crypto may increase price.

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1040 Guided (Interview)

Includes a 30-minute interview (remote or in-office).

$179

What’s included

  • Everything in 1040 Verify
  • 30-minute tax interview (video or Oakbrook Terrace, IL)
  • Live Q&A to resolve missing items quickly
  • Upfront recommendation of add-ons/upgrades before prep begins

Good fit for

  • Itemizers / homeowners
  • Active investing (brokerage forms)
  • Clients who want a human walkthrough
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1040 Premium (Complex)

For complex personal returns — we quote upfront after intake.

$279+

What’s included

  • CPA prep + review + e-file
  • Clear, upfront quote after intake
  • Priority handling for complex documentation

Good fit for

  • Self-employment (Schedule C) or multiple 1099s
  • Rentals (Schedule E)
  • K-1s, multi-state, high-volume trades/crypto
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Common Add-Ons (So You Know What Changes Price)

We confirm your total price after intake before we begin preparation.

Additional state return (with 1040 Verify)
+$49
Additional state return (with 1040 Guided / Premium)
+$75
Self-employment (Schedule C)
+$125 or upgrade to 1040 Premium (depending on complexity)
Rental property (Schedule E)
+$125 per property
K-1 forms
+$75 each (beyond the first)
High-volume 1099-B / crypto
+$75–$200 (depends on volume and data quality)

Business Tax Returns

Business returns vary more due to bookkeeping quality and complexity. We provide upfront quotes after intake.

Form 1065 (Partnership)
$799+
Form 1120S (S-Corporation)
$799+
Form 1120 (C-Corporation)
$999+
Owner Bundle (Entity + Owner 1040)
$2,250+ (quoted after intake)

If books need cleanup/catch-up, we’ll quote a fixed cleanup fee or bill hourly.

How It Works

Remote or in-person interviews available in Oakbrook Terrace, IL (limited slots during peak season).

  1. 1

    Start intake

    5–10 minutes

  2. 2

    Upload documents

    W-2s, 1099s, etc.

  3. 3

    CPA review + questions

    Portal messages or interview

  4. 4

    E-sign + e-file

    Receive PDFs + summary

FAQ

Quick answers before you start intake.

Do these prices include Illinois?
Yes — personal pricing includes Federal + Illinois. Additional states are priced as add-ons.
Will my price change after I start?
We confirm your total price after intake and before preparation. If your situation requires add-ons or a higher tier, we’ll tell you upfront.
Can we do this remotely?
Yes. Most clients complete everything remotely through our secure portal. Interviews (if needed) can be remote or in-person.
Where is the office?
Oakbrook Terrace, IL. (Replace with exact address once finalized.)
Do you offer the cheapest possible filing?
If you only want the lowest price, DIY/free options may be a better fit. Our service is for clients who want CPA review, accountability, and a streamlined experience at a competitive price.

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We’ll confirm your total price after intake and before we prepare and file.

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Pricing shown is starting pricing and assumes timely, complete documentation. Final fee depends on complexity (states, schedules, forms, data quality). We will confirm your total price before preparing and filing. This website provides general information and does not constitute legal advice.

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