StarGuard™ Audit Protection
You will be reimbursed up to a total of $2,500 in additional tax liability or reduction in refund if a Taxstar tax preparer makes an error preparing your tax return. The StarGuard™ Warranty is in addition to the xx

Electronic Filing (e-filing)
Electronic filing is a method of transmitting your tax return information directly to the IRS and your state’s Department of Revenue. E-filing greatly increases the accuracy of your tax return by eliminating over 99% of the filing mistakes associated with paper filing. It also helps you get your refund faster. An e-filed federal refund can be received in as little as 10 days, and as quickly as 30-minutes with an optional Instant Refund Loan. E-filing is included FREE with every return, and paper filing is also available if you prefer.

Real Time Loan (Instant Refund Loan)
An RTL is a $1,000 loan from the bank, using the taxpayer’s Federal Tax Return as collateral. It can be issued to the taxpayer within 5 minutes of filing. The rest of the taxpayer’s return can come in the form of a bank product of their choice (RAL, ERC, RET).

Refund Anticipation Loan (RAL)
A Refund Anticipation Loan or RAL is a loan from the bank using the taxpayer’s Federal Tax refund as collateral. After the IRS accepts the tax return and the taxpayer meets all of the pre-established criteria, River City Bank will loan on the taxpayer’s anticipated refund amount. Once the loan is approved, you are paid a fee for the loan. (A fee is charged for this service. See Pricing, below).

Electronic Refund Check
The Electronic Refund Check or ERC is a product that takes approximately two to three weeks depending upon the IRS. A client that does not want or does not qualify for a RAL would be accepted for an ERC. The fees for an ERC will be withheld and paid upon receipt of the IRS Federal Tax Refund.

Refund Electric Transfer
The Refund Electronic Transfer or RET is the same as an ERC, the only difference being the refund is direct deposited into the taxpayer’s personal bank account. The average turn-around time is approximately two to three weeks. When the bank receives the taxpayer’s refund, we deduct the preparer fees along with the bank fees and then electronically deposit the remaining refund. This product is very popular for those who do not want to pay fees up front and for those who have their own bank account.

Individual Tax Preparation
Taxstar has over 40 years experience preparing individual federal and state income tax returns. We guarantee you will receive every allowable deduction and credit, and that your return will be accurate and completed in the shortest time possible. We prepare returns for all states and multiple state returns for taxpayers living or working in more than one state during the tax year.

Small Business Tax Preparation
We can prepare Federal and state income tax returns for sole proprietorships, “C” and “S” corporations, LLCs, partnerships and most other business arrangements.

Tax Advice and Planning
Planning your financial transactions during the year can help reduce your taxes. Our experienced tax professionals can explain the tax laws and suggest ways to maximize deductions and credits, and utilize other tax minimizing techniques.

Prior Years Tax Return Preparation
We specialize in preparing delinquent tax (back tax) preparation for individuals and all small business entities. We can help stop garnishments and liens and avoid further penalties, and assist in making arrangements for repayment (Installment Agreement) or making a settlement (Offer in Compromise).

Audit Assistance
An IRS audit can result in additional tax, interest and penalties. With Taxstar’s Audit Assistance, you don’t have to face the IRS alone. An experienced tax professional is on your side if you receive a notice from the IRS or are audited. Audit Assistance fees begin at $99 for Taxstar-prepared returns and $169 for returns prepared by others.

Tax Refund for Down Payment Program
NEED A NEW CAR? NEWER CAR? OR JUST PAY OFF THE OLD ONE? Any way you choose, experienced tax professionals will prepare your income tax return from any participating auto dealerlocation. Then use your anticipated tax refund for the down payment,INSTANTLY !! Bring in your W-2 for a FREE
2-Minute Refund Estimate of your anticipated tax refund.