CPA, tax & accounting services in Texas
Nelson & Associates helps individuals and businesses across Texas with tax preparation and planning, IRS problems, bookkeeping, payroll and advisory services, with CPAs who know Texas rules.
What to know about taxes in Texas
Texas has no individual income tax. Most entities file a franchise (margin) tax report by May 15, and combined sales tax can reach 8.25%.
Because Texas does not tax wages, most residents file only a federal return. That makes federal planning, business-level state taxes and sales tax the main places to save, and it makes Texas a popular destination for people changing domicile.
What we handle for Texas clients
- Federal individual and business returns
- Texas sales and use tax registration, filing and audits
- IRS audits, back taxes, liens, levies and payment plans
- Bookkeeping, payroll and QuickBooks for local businesses
- Correspondence with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
Texas at a glance
- State tax agency
- Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
- Income tax on wages
- No tax on wages
- Statewide sales tax
- Yes
- Local income taxes
- Not common
- Estate / inheritance
- None
- Cities with pages
- 11
- Meetings
- Phone and video
Rates and thresholds change every year. Ask your CPA for the figures that apply to you.
Major cities we serve in Texas
Houston
Tax and accounting for Houston, TX.
View HoustonSan Antonio
Tax and accounting for San Antonio, TX.
View San AntonioDallas
Tax and accounting for Dallas, TX.
View DallasAustin
Tax and accounting for Austin, TX.
View AustinFort Worth
Tax and accounting for Fort Worth, TX.
View Fort WorthEl Paso
Tax and accounting for El Paso, TX.
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Tax and accounting for Arlington, TX.
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Tax and accounting for Plano, TX.
View PlanoCorpus Christi
Tax and accounting for Corpus Christi, TX.
View Corpus ChristiFrisco
Tax and accounting for Frisco, TX.
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Tax and accounting for Irving, TX.
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Popular services for Texas clients
Individual Tax Preparation
Federal Form 1040 and any required state returns for employees, families, retirees and investors, prepared by a CPA firm and reviewed line by line.
Learn more Tax Preparation & PlanningBusiness Tax Preparation
Corporate, S corporation and partnership returns, plus Florida corporate income tax, prepared from clean books and filed on time.
Learn more Tax Preparation & PlanningTax Planning
Proactive, year-round strategies that legally reduce what you owe before the year ends, for individuals, owners and families.
Learn more IRS Tax Problems & ResolutionIRS Audit Representation
CPA representation before the IRS and state agencies for correspondence, office and field audits, through appeals.
Learn more IRS Tax Problems & ResolutionBack Taxes Owed
Practical solutions for unpaid federal tax balances, from penalty relief to payment plans and settlements.
Learn more Business Accounting & AdvisorySmall Business Accounting & Bookkeeping
Monthly bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial statements that keep your business accurate, tax-ready and easy to manage.
Learn moreAll 37 services available in Texas
Tax Preparation & Planning
IRS Tax Problems & Resolution
Business Accounting & Advisory
Audit, Forensic & Litigation
Individuals & Families
Texas FAQs
Do you have an office in Texas?
Our office is in Doral, Florida. We serve Texas clients remotely through secure document uploads, phone and video meetings and e-signatures, so you get a dedicated CPA without the travel.
Can you prepare my Texas state return?
There is no tax on wages in Texas, so most individuals file only a federal return. We handle any business-level filings and other states’ returns.
Can you help with the IRS if I live in Texas?
Yes. IRS representation is federal, so with your signed Form 2848 our CPAs can represent you in audits, collections and appeals wherever you live.
Which Texas cities do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Texas, including Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington, Plano, Corpus Christi, Frisco, Irving.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. All initial consultations are free of charge.
Need a CPA in Texas?
Your initial consultation is free. Call us, email us or visit our Doral office, and we’ll tell you exactly what you need and what it will cost.