High-Stakes Returns. CPA-Prepared. Strategy-First.

At Boulanger CPA and Consulting PC, we don’t offer walk-in tax prep. We’re a tax-only CPA firm — focused on helping high-income individuals, self-employed professionals, and business owners in Orange County navigate IRS and FTB compliance the right way.

Every tax return we prepare is CPA-reviewed, audit-aware, and part of a long-term tax strategy — not just a seasonal form fill.

Who We Serve

  • Individuals with complex income, multiple 1099s, or large deductions
  • Sole proprietors and self-employed professionals (Schedule C)
  • Landlords and real estate investors (Schedule E)
  • S corporation owners (business returns quoted separately)
  • Clients with unfiled tax years or prior IRS/FTB history

Why Choose CPA-Prepared Tax Returns?

If you're only looking to file a simple return, we’re not the right fit.

But if you're serious about:

  • Reducing audit risk
  • Filing clean, strategic returns backed by transcript analysis
  • Building a proactive tax plan that avoids IRS problems in the future

...then Boulanger CPA is the firm you want in your corner.

Our Strategic Tax Preparation Process

  1. Initial Consult: We evaluate your prior-year filing history, IRS transcript data, and overall risk exposure.
  2. Document Intake: You upload your available tax documents. If records are missing, we pull IRS Wage & Income transcripts and reconstruct what the IRS sees.
  3. CPA Review & Preparation: We prepare your return in-house — no outsourcing, no automation shortcuts.
  4. Final Strategy Check: You receive a compliance report, planning recommendations, and a full copy of your return before e-filing.
  5. Filing: We file your return electronically with the IRS and FTB, and provide final documentation for your records.

What’s Included

  • Federal and California income tax return (Form 1040)
  • Schedule C (sole proprietorship) and Schedule E (rentals), if applicable
  • K-1 reporting from S corps or partnerships
  • Transcript-based return reconstruction when needed
  • Year-end compliance and planning review

What’s Not Included

  • Bookkeeping or records reconstruction (available separately upon request)
  • Entity-level business returns (1120S, 1065, 1120) — billed separately
  • Amended returns (available by quote)
  • Tax preparation based solely on estimates without transcript or supporting documentation

Note: If you don’t have your original tax records, we can pull IRS Wage & Income transcripts and reconstruct your returns based on verified data. If bookkeeping is required to complete your return, we can quote those services separately depending on scope.

Minimum Tax Preparation Fees

All tax return engagements are billed at a flat rate based on complexity. We do not offer standalone basic 1040 prep for W-2-only filers.

  • Individual Returns (Form 1040): Starting at $1,200 — includes strategic review, CPA preparation, and filing
  • S Corporation Returns (1120S): Starting at $1,250/year — quoted separately

Behind on Taxes?

If you have unfiled returns, we’ll pull your IRS transcripts, reconstruct your missing tax years, and file to bring you current — as part of our Phase 1 Plus engagement.

Ready to File With Confidence?

We help clients file the right way — strategically, not reactively. If you're looking for high-level, CPA-prepared tax filings with proactive guidance, we’re ready to help.

📞 Call (657) 218-5700 or Schedule a Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does tax preparation cost at Boulanger CPA?

Most individual returns start at $1,200. S corp and business entity returns start at $1,250/year and are quoted separately. All pricing is flat-fee based on complexity.

Do you prepare simple W-2 returns?

No. We do not offer basic tax prep for W-2-only filers. Our services are for clients with strategic or complex tax situations.

What if I don’t have my documents for prior years?

We routinely pull IRS Wage & Income transcripts to reconstruct missing returns. This is common for resolution clients with unfiled years.

Can you help me catch up multiple years?

Yes. Our Phase 1 Plus package includes up to 3 years of tax return preparation, transcript analysis, and a resolution plan.

Do you offer bookkeeping?

We do not include bookkeeping in our tax preparation pricing. However, if bookkeeping is needed to prepare a return, we can quote and complete it separately.