Transparent Pricing

Scope-based pricing. No surprises.

Every engagement is scoped before work begins. You'll know exactly what you're getting and what it costs before we start. These are typical ranges — your engagement may vary based on complexity.

Individual Returns

Personal Tax Preparation

$750 and up

For individuals with W-2 income, investments, rental properties, RSUs, multi-state situations, or other complexity beyond a basic return.

Individual return (1040) with all schedules
Multi-state return preparation
Rental property and investment income
RSU / ESPP / stock option reporting
Prior-year return review at no cost

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Most Common

Self-Employed

Schedule C & Small Business

$1,500 and up

For sole proprietors, freelancers, and single-member LLCs who need their personal and business income handled together with proper deduction strategy.

Personal return (1040) with Schedule C
Business deduction optimization
Quarterly estimated tax planning
Home office, vehicle, and equipment deductions
Prior-year return review at no cost

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Business Returns

S-Corp, Partnership & LLC

$3,500 and up

For S-Corps, partnerships, LLCs, and C-Corps that need entity-level returns prepared alongside personal tax strategy and year-round advisory.

Entity return (1120-S, 1065, or 1120)
S-Corp election analysis and setup
Owner compensation optimization
Entity + personal return coordination
Bookkeeping cleanup if needed

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Also available: International tax (FBAR, PFIC, 1040NR) · IRS notice response & resolution · Multi-year catch-up filing · Year-round advisory retainers · Entity structuring & S-Corp elections. Pricing for these engagements is scoped individually. Contact us for a quote.

Every Engagement

What's always included.

Scope agreement before we start

You'll receive a written scope of work with deliverables and timeline before any work begins. No surprise invoices, no scope creep.

Prior-year return review

Every new engagement includes a complimentary review of prior-year returns to check for missed deductions, errors, or amendment opportunities.

Direct CPA access

You work with our licensed CPA directly — not a junior preparer, not a call center. Email and phone access throughout your engagement.

IRS-cited strategy summaries

Tax positions are documented with IRC code references and explained in plain English — so you understand what we're doing and why it's defensible.

What clients have said

"Fast Close AI gave us year-round advisory and proactive planning — not just a return. Our tax liability dropped significantly the first year."

Founder & Operator · $2M revenue business · Illinois

Common Questions

What people usually ask.

How do you handle complex situations with multiple components?

We scope complex engagements together before quoting. If your situation has multiple components (business + personal + international, for example), we'll walk through each piece and give you an honest estimate before any work begins.

Do you offer ongoing retainer relationships?

Yes. Many clients — especially founders and operators — work on a monthly retainer basis that includes quarterly check-ins, proactive planning, and direct cell access year-round. Retainer pricing is determined by scope and complexity.

What's your refund policy?

Retainer fees are non-refundable, consistent with standard professional services practice. Scope is agreed in writing before work begins — so you know exactly what you're committing to.

Can you work with clients outside Illinois?

Yes. We serve clients in 15+ states. We are virtual-first and have the systems to work effectively with clients anywhere in the US, including international clients with US tax obligations.

Not sure which tier fits?

Schedule a 20-minute call and we'll tell you honestly which scope makes sense for your situation — and what it's likely to cost.

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