Tax Planning & Consultation in Ogden, Utah

Strategy conversations that happen before decisions are made, not after the return is already filed.

Tax Planning & Consultation

Plan Ahead of Your Next Tax Season

Most tax work happens after the fact, reporting income and expenses that have already occurred. Tax planning is different. It is a forward-looking conversation about the decisions still in front of you, while there is still an opportunity to act, for both individuals and small businesses.

Who This Is For

Planning for Individuals & Businesses

Individual Tax Planning

Life changes, income shifts, retirement contributions, and timing decisions that can affect your return well before it is time to file.

Business Tax Planning

Entity structure, quarterly estimates, retirement contributions, and timing decisions that can affect your business taxes now and in future years.

A Common Question

Tax Planning vs. Tax Preparation

Tax Preparation Looks Backward

It reports what already happened during the year that just ended. By the time your return is filed, many opportunities to influence that year's tax outcome may already have passed.

Tax Planning Looks Forward

It is about making decisions during the year, while there is still time to consider available options, rather than waiting until after the year's tax consequences are largely determined.

Tax Questions & Strategic Decisions

Questions Worth Asking Before You File

  • Could an S corporation make sense for your business, or is remaining a sole proprietor more appropriate for your situation?
  • How much should you be setting aside for quarterly estimated payments?
  • Are your retirement contributions structured in a tax-efficient way for your situation?
  • What is the best structure for a rental property or new business venture?
  • Are there year-end tax planning opportunities you should consider before December 31?

How the Consultation Works

01

Initial Conversation

A free discussion of your income, goals, and any decisions or life changes coming up.

02

Strategy Review

David reviews your situation and identifies the moves worth making before year end or a key decision.

03

Follow-Up as Needed

Revisit your plan as your income, business, or life circumstances change and additional planning needs arise.

Service Area

Serving Ogden & Surrounding Communities

Based in the Ogden area, David serves individuals and small businesses throughout Utah and beyond through convenient virtual consultations.

Get Started

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation

Talk directly with David about your tax planning needs and the decisions you are considering.

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation