U.S. tax law changes often and enforcement is detail-heavy. An Enrolled Agent (EA)—federally licensed by the IRS—helps individuals and businesses in Wesley Chapel, Tampa Bay, and across Florida interpret the rules, apply credits, and respond to IRS letters with confidence. At Henriquez Accounting & Tax Services we coordinate tax preparation & planning, IRS representation, and accounting & bookkeeping.
Credits & Deductions IRS Notices & Audits Entity Elections Quarterly Estimates S-Corp Strategy
How an EA Helps You Navigate Tax Laws
- Interpretation: Translates the Code, regs, and IRS publications into practical steps.
- Eligibility checks: Verifies credits/deductions before you file.
- Documentation: Organizes sufficient proof to avoid—or win—an audit.
- Representation: Answers notices, seeks penalty relief, and negotiates payment plans.
- Planning: Tunes withholdings/estimates and selects elections that benefit you.
Common Areas Where Tax Law Trips People Up
Business vs. Hobby
Show profit intent and keep finances separate to protect deductions.
Home Office & Vehicle
Exclusive-use rules and mileage logs. Good records = safer deductions.
Basis & Loss Limits
Basis, at-risk, and passive loss: plan to legally use losses.
Credits & Adjustments
Education, energy, family, and business incentives; watch phase-outs.
S-Corp Reasonable Comp
Model salary vs. distributions and coordinate payroll to comply.
EA vs CPA: Which Do You Need?
An EA is a tax specialist with federal authority to represent you before the IRS nationwide. A CPA is state-licensed and required for attestation services (audits/reviews). Many clients use both. Learn the differences: EA vs CPA.
Our Compliance & Planning Process
- Discovery: Income sources, entities, and goals.
- Diagnostics: Review books and returns to spot risks/opportunities.
- Plan: Credits, elections, structure, and estimated-tax calendar.
- Implement: Book cleanup, payroll, e-file, and supporting docs.
- Monitor: Quarterly reviews and mid-year projections.
Quarterly planning
Avoid surprises and penalties
Credit capture
Education, energy, business
Entity strategy
S-Corp timing & comp
Audit readiness
Clean, complete records
Understand Tax Laws—Apply Them to Your Advantage
Book a call. We’ll define the right scope and handle your books, tax preparation & planning, and IRS notices. Schedule Consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an EA represent me before the IRS?
Yes. An EA can represent you federally for notices, audits, and appeals (not court litigation).
How often should I do tax planning?
Quarterly. We adjust estimates, review elections, and lock in opportunities before December 31.
Do you help with amendments and old notices?
Absolutely. We prepare 1040X/1120S/1065, respond to notices, and request penalty relief when applicable.
Do you work remotely outside Tampa Bay?
Yes. We serve clients across Florida with secure portals, e-sign, and e-file.
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