Compliance, Confidence, and Avoidance

Through our proven framework of Compliance, Confidence, and Avoidance phases, we provide expert tax advisory, representation, and preparation services tailored to keep you aligned with regulations, optimize your financial position and cash flow, and minimize future risks. From personalized guidance to proactive planning, our team ensures that your tax strategies are as dynamic as your goals.

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Our Core Services

Business Tax Services

Comprehensive tax preparation, advisory, and compliance services, designed to help business owners minimize tax liabilities while staying compliant.

Estate Tax Services

Expert tax handling and wrap-up services for executors of decedent estates, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

Trust Tax Services

Reliable tax filing and compliance services for trustees, safeguarding the financial integrity of the trust.

Individual Tax Services

Tailored tax solutions for individuals with complex situations, offering advice on reducing tax burdens and ensuring compliance.

Audit Representation

Aggressive defense services for those facing audits, leveraging our extensive experience in both criminal and civil investigations.

Tax Resolution Services

Effective strategies for resolving tax debts and penalties, helping you find the best path to financial relief.

What is an Advisory-First Tax Firm?

An advisory-first tax firm prioritizes strategic guidance while offering expert preparation and representation services. We focus on building a long-term relationship that aligns with your goals, providing proactive solutions to enhance compliance, optimize financial outcomes, and mitigate risks. By addressing your unique needs through a consulting-first approach, we ensure every tax decision contributes to your success.

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Avoiding Tax Trouble: Simple Expense Documents Lead to Tax Court

US Tax Court Docket No. 6481-23S. Tax compliance can be a tricky landscape to navigate. A recent tax court ruling highlights how even well-meaning taxpayers can face significant challenges due to documentation errors and misunderstanding tax laws. To help you stay...

Report Your Income: A Simple Reminder to Avoid Costly Mistakes

Report Your Income: A Simple Reminder to Avoid Costly Mistakes Tax compliance is straightforward in principle: report all your income and follow the rules. A recent Tax Court ruling (Docket No. 27575-22.) serves as a reminder that attempting to sidestep this...

It’s Tax Season: Let Us Help You Navigate with Confidence and Compliance

As we usher in another year, tax season is upon us. At Hogberg Tax, we recognize that tax preparation is more than just filing forms—it's an opportunity to align your financial strategies with your long-term goals. Our advisory-first approach focuses on compliance,...

Tax Crimes in Focus: Employment Tax Fraud Cases and How to Protect Your Business

At Hogberg Tax, we aim to keep clients informed about the consequences of tax mismanagement and the proactive steps to ensure compliance, build confidence, and avoid future pitfalls. Recent high-profile cases of employment tax fraud highlight the severe penalties...

Understanding the IRS John Doe Summons and Ensuring Tax Compliance

Recent developments underscore the growing emphasis on tax compliance, particularly for those earning income through non-traditional means. A federal court has authorized the IRS to issue a "John Doe summons" to JustAnswer LLC, a digital platform connecting...

How Mishandling a Small Tax Bill Can Lead to Big Problems: Lessons from a Tax Court Case

A recent Tax Court case highlights how even a modest tax issue can escalate into a complex and unnecessary legal dispute if not handled properly. In this case, a taxpayer ("Ms. P." for privacy) ended up in Tax Court over a 2015 federal income tax deficiency of just...

Happy New Year

As the year draws to a close, we want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year! This is a time to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year and to set goals for the year ahead, and we hope your 2025 is filled...

Why Year-End Tax Deduction Spending Isn’t Always Smart: Real Advice for Business Owners

Let’s set the record straight: spending a dollar to save on taxes is not the same as keeping a dollar in your pocket. At Hogberg Tax, we believe in helping business owners implement real strategies that create value—not chasing ineffective schemes. The Truth About Tax...

What Others Say

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Suzanne K. - Attorney

Estate and Trust Taxes

“As an executor, I was overwhelmed with the estate tax process. Michael made it manageable and stress-free. We finally were able to confidently make the distributions where others couldn’t help.”

Norman F.

Trust Taxes

“That’s it!?” The words of a taxpayer whose experience and expectations have been transformed.

Ronald B.

S Corp & Individual Taxes