What will my tax return cost?
Here’s how my pricing works, along with a few real examples. Your price depends on which forms you have, so for an exact number, send me a list of your tax forms and I’ll get back to you with a quote.
Simple, upfront pricing
Every personal return starts with a base price for your federal and Iowa returns. From there, the price depends on the forms and situations on your return.
For example, a federal and Iowa return with one W-2 is $225.
Standard Tax Return
$225Federal Form 1040 and Iowa return with one W-2.
Retired Couple
$295Federal and Iowa returns with two 1099-R forms for retirement income and a Roth IRA distribution.
Family of Four
$305Federal Form 1040 and Iowa return with two W-2s and two dependents.
My Average 2025 Client
~$350The average price of the personal returns I prepared last tax season.
Out-of-State Gig Worker
$390Federal, Iowa, and Minnesota returns with two 1099-NEC forms and a 1095-A.
High-Income Family of Four
$503Federal and Iowa returns with two W-2s, two dependents, itemized deductions, two 1099-INT forms, and ten stock transactions.
Want an exact price?
Email me a list of the tax forms you expect to have, and I’ll reply with an exact price.
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Book a time that works for you, and check the What to Bring list so you have everything ready. If you own a business, I'll quote your business return after a free consultation.