SERVICES
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You work hard for your money and we want you to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Through proper planning-- and by monitoring ever-changing tax laws -- we can minimize your tax liability and help you plan for the future growth of your earnings. Our services in this area include:
| Preparation of: Trust (Fiduciary) Income Tax Returns, Individual Income Tax Returns, Gift Tax Returns | Estate Tax Planning |
| Year-round and Year-end Tax Planning | Retirement Planning |
| Brokerage Analysis | Bill-paying Services |
| Tax Research | College Financial Planning |
Receiving notice of an IRS audit can send shivers down your spine, but handling disputes with the IRS need not be frightening. Our experienced staff can represent you and/or your business to quickly settle disputes with the most beneficial outcome for all parties involved. We can provide assistance with:
| Offers in Compromise | Classification Issues |
| Negotiating with IRS Collection Division regarding Installment Payment Plans and Penalty Abatements | Representation During Audits of Income, Sales and Unemployment Taxes |
| Responding to IRS and State Notices | Independent Contractor vs. Employee Issues |
| Levy/Lien Release Assistance | Preparing and Filing Original and/or Amended Returns |
Examples of our accomplishments in the area of federal and state tax problems:
- We have successfully completed dozens of offers in compromise with the IRS, and the NJ and NY Divisions of Taxation; with liabilities up to and over $1 million and payouts ranging from 4% to 62%.
- We convinced the IRS to reverse an assessment of over $10,000 even though the time to appeal to the U.S. Tax Court had expired prior to our first meeting with the client.
- In another instance, with only 5 weeks remaining before the deadline, we convinced the Internal Revenue Service to reverse over $110,000 of trust fund recovery penalties and associated interest.
As a business owner, you devote most of your time and expertise to providing a quality service or product. When your primary responsibilities leave little time to handle the Financial aspects of the business, leave that part to us. With over 20 years experience as a small business advisor, we can assume the role of Chief Financial Officer and take responsibility for functions vital to keeping your business afloat. While you apply your knowledge to your specialty, we will use ours to handle a number of financial activities, such as:
| Bill Paying | Interacting with Auditors |
| Accounting for all Financial Transactions | Budgeting |
| Overseeing Cash Flow Requirements and Money Management | Designing and Implementing Accounting Systems |
| Tax Compliance/Tax Returns | Monitoring and Forecasting Business Growth |
As life in the 21st century becomes more complicated, you are devoting time and energy to a variety of activities, including your career, family, and volunteer work. As your daily life becomes more hectic, we handle the day-to-day financial activities on your behalf. The firm of E. Martin Davidoff & Associates has a long-standing record of competency and integrity. Our experience works for you in many ways. By acting as your personal Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), we will keep your records accurate and current so you can focus on other priorities. We follow your instructions and keep you informed of what is going on. Our services include:
| Bill Paying | Dealing with Vendors/Service Providers |
| Arranging for Mortgages and Loans | New Business Formation and Counseling |
| Telephone Consultations and Meetings with You | Tax Planning to Maximize Your After-Tax Cash Flow |
| Summarizing Your Financial Situation and Reporting to You Where Your Money Is Going | Preparing Payroll Tax Returns for Household Employees |
| Overseeing Your Estate Planning Process | Banking |
| Budgeting/Cash Flow Planning |
The loss of a loved one creates a tremendous amount of stress and anxiety. Dealing with the financial implications of death should not worsen the situation. We can guide you through the process to properly handle all the tax and financial matters, including:
| Probating Wills | Estate Income Tax Returns Preparation |
| Inheritance Taxes | Gift Tax Returns |
| Estate Taxes – U.S. Form 706 | Liquidation and Distribution of Assets |
Starting a new business or selecting the appropriate form for a business can often be a confusing process for entrepreneurs or business owners. Our qualified staff can lead you through the maze for:
| “CFO in a Box” | Securing Employer Identification Numbers |
| Formation of Corporations | Registration with Tax Agencies |
| Formation of Limited Liability Companies | Consultations Regarding Choice of Entity |
| S Corporation Elections | Setup of Accounting Systems and Related Training (e.g. Quick Books) |
The success of your business relies on effective planning, analysis and decision-making. We can evaluate your operations to develop short-range and long-range plans for business management, tax and financial issues, and information technology. Our goal is to maximize your after-tax cash flow and your bottom line, through:
| Preparation of Corporate and Partnership Income Tax Returns | Cash Management & Cash Flow Forecasts & Projections |
| Tax Planning & Consulting | Business Plan Development |
| Business Loan Applications | Tax Planning for Mergers & Acquisitions |
Management Information Services:
- Training on Spreadsheet Applications
- Selection of Hardware and Software
- Design & Implementation of Accounting Systems
- Training and Implementation of Quick Books General Ledger System
By streamlining your day-to-day operations, we can enhance your ability to evaluate business performance and simplify reporting functions. We can assist you with:
| Compilations | Audits |
| Reviews | Analysis and Interpretation of Financial Statements |
| Financial Management, Controllership and Accounting Functions | Budget Preparation |