Tax Preparation

Individual & Business Tax Preparation with ITIN Assistance

California Tax Preparation Services

Professional, affordable tax preparation for individuals, families, and small businesses throughout California. Getting started is easy - start your return online via https://elevate-standards.mytaxportal.online.

Services include:

  • Federal Tax Returns (Forms 1040 & 1040-X upon request)

  • California State Returns (Form 540)

  • Small Business Tax Preparation

  • ITIN Application & Renewal Assistance

ITIN Acceptance Agent Services

ESC provides assistance with new and renewal ITIN applications for taxpayers who are not eligible for a Social Security Number. Guidance is provided throughout the ITIN process to help ensure accurate submission and required documentation compliance.

Contact ECS for more information

    • Basic Federal 1040: starting at $150

    • Federal + California Bundle: starting at $200

    • Amendments: starting at $125

    • Extension Filing: $50

    • ITIN + Tax Return: starting at $300

    • ITIN Renewal: starting at $150

    Final pricing depends on complexity, required forms, business income, investments, credits, and state filings. A final quote will be provided after review of tax documents and filing requirements. Fees are not based on refund amounts.

    Returns starting at $100 for Basic Federal or starting at $150 for Federal + California bundle for:

    • Taxpayers with W-2 income under $45,000 (single) or $55,000 (joint)

    • Seniors 65 and older

    • Active Military and Veterans

    • First Responders

    • Tax Year 2025 ESC clients

    • Additional W-2s after the first 3: +$5 each

    • Dependents after the first 2: +$15 each

    • Marketplace Insurance (1095-A): +$25

    • Self-Employment / 1099-NEC: +$50

    • Stock Sales / Crypto: +$75

    • Rental Property: +$100 each property

    • Multiple States Other Than California: +$75 each

    • Prior-Year Returns: +$50 each

    • ITIN Additional Individuals: +$50 each

    • Schedule C (Sole Proprietor / gig worker): $220

    • Single-Member LLC: $300

    • Partnership & Multi-Member LLC Returns: $600

    • S-Corporation Returns: $750

    • C-Corp: $900

    • Business Return + Owner Personal Return Bundle: add $225

    • Late / Prior-Year Business Returns: +30% surcharge

Protection Plus Coverage Included

Every client return includes Protection Plus coverage for added peace of mind at tax time. Protection Plus helps provide support in the event of IRS or state tax notices, identity theft concerns, and other tax-related issues that may arise after filing.

We believe our clients deserve year-round support — not just during tax season — which is why we offer Protection Plus coverage instead of requiring clients to purchase it separately.

Coverage details, eligibility, and limitations may apply. Contact us for full program information.

Professional Information:

CTEC Registered Tax Preparer: A361427

PTIN: P0333405

2026 IRS Annual Filing Season Program Participant

Bond Information:

American Contractors Indemnity Company #101000761

Coverage Period: 10/9/2025 - 10/9/2027