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Expert Tax Solutions for Individuals & Businesses
James Duff CPA has been serving clients in Fairfield County, CT for decades, specializing in comprehensive tax solutions. Our expertise spans tax preparation, strategic planning, and resolution of complex IRS issues. With over 25 years of experience, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to address individual and business tax needs. As a certified public accountant and adjunct professor of accounting, I bring academic rigor and practical insight to every client interaction. Our firm prioritizes proactive tax strategies to legally minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance.We represent clients in IRS audits, resolve back taxes, and provide tailored guidance for payroll tax challenges. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of helping hundreds of clients achieve financial clarity. By staying current with evolving tax laws, we deliver informed, forward-thinking solutions. Our approach emphasizes transparency, discretion, and long-term client relationships built on trust. Whether you require routine filings or crisis intervention, our team provides reliable, cost-effective expertise.
Services
Tax Preparation
Tax Planning
IRS Audit Representation
Back Taxes Owed
Payroll Tax Problems
IRS Liens
Offer In Compromise
Bankruptcy
Innocent Spouse Relief
Tax Filing Compliance
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of tax preparation and resolution experience
- Our CPA specializes in IRS audit representation and tax problem resolution
- We combine practical expertise with academic knowledge as university faculty
- We offer personalized, discreet representation for sensitive tax matters
- We provide proactive tax planning to legally minimize liabilities
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation service ensures accurate, compliant filings for individuals and businesses. We identify all eligible deductions and credits to maximize refunds while minimizing liabilities. Our expertise handles complex returns including Schedule C filings for small businesses with messy bookkeeping. We provide electronic filing for faster refunds and personalized withholding adjustments to optimize year-round cash flow. Clients receive strategic guidance on common deductions to reduce future tax burdens.
IRS Audit Representation
We provide comprehensive IRS audit representation to protect your interests during examinations. Our service handles all communication and documentation requirements, preventing self-incrimination through strategic responses. We leverage deep tax code knowledge to challenge improper assessments while negotiating favorable resolutions. Our proactive approach prevents unnecessary tax deficiencies through proper documentation and legal argumentation. Clients avoid the stress and time commitment of direct IRS interaction while maintaining full compliance.
Back Taxes Owed
Our back tax resolution service addresses unpaid tax liabilities with customized payment solutions. We analyze penalty abatement opportunities and negotiate installment agreements or offers-in-compromise with the IRS. Our approach stops compounding interest while establishing manageable repayment terms. We prioritize protecting assets from levies and garnishments through strategic payment planning. Clients receive clear guidance on available options including bankruptcy considerations for severe cases.
Payroll Tax Problems
We specialize in resolving critical payroll tax delinquencies that the IRS treats as criminal violations. Our intervention prevents business closure through installment agreements and trust fund recovery penalty abatement. We negotiate with the IRS to release levies on business assets and accounts receivable. Our expertise protects business continuity during resolution while addressing employee withholding obligations. We implement compliance systems to prevent future payroll tax issues.
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning service identifies year-round strategies to minimize tax liabilities. We implement income splitting, deferral techniques, and tax-exempt investment strategies tailored to client circumstances. Our analysis covers estate, gift, and retirement distribution planning to preserve wealth across generations. We maintain continuous education on evolving tax codes to provide current, actionable advice. Clients benefit from customized strategies that align with long-term financial goals.
People
James Duff
CPA
James Duff is a certified public accountant with over 25 years of experience in tax preparation and resolution. He holds an MBA in accounting from St. John's University and teaches accounting at Sacred Heart University. His expertise includes IRS audit defense, complex tax planning, and business tax compliance solutions.
Questions
What tax services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, audit representation, back tax resolution, payroll tax solutions, and strategic tax planning for individuals and businesses.
How can you help with IRS audits?
We handle all IRS audit communication, documentation, and negotiation to protect your interests while minimizing tax liabilities and preventing deficiencies.
Can you resolve back taxes owed?
Yes, we negotiate payment plans, offers-in-compromise, and penalty abatements to resolve back tax liabilities while protecting your assets.
Do you handle business tax problems?
We specialize in business tax compliance, payroll tax resolution, and corporate tax planning with customized solutions for small to mid-sized businesses.
What makes you different from other CPAs?
Our combination of academic expertise, 25+ years of practical experience, and proactive tax strategies delivers comprehensive, personalized solutions for complex tax situations.
