CPA, tax & accounting services in Washington
Nelson & Associates helps individuals and businesses across Washington with tax preparation and planning, IRS problems, bookkeeping, payroll and advisory services, with CPAs who know Washington rules.
What to know about taxes in Washington
Washington doesn't tax wages, but taxes long-term capital gains above an annual threshold at 7%, rising to 9.9% on gains over $1 million. Businesses pay the Business and Occupation tax, and there is a state estate tax.
Because Washington 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 Washington a popular destination for people changing domicile.
What we handle for Washington clients
- Federal individual and business returns
- Washington sales and use tax registration, filing and audits
- Estate tax planning and filings for Washington families
- IRS audits, back taxes, liens, levies and payment plans
- Bookkeeping, payroll and QuickBooks for local businesses
- Correspondence with the Washington Department of Revenue
Washington at a glance
- State tax agency
- Washington Department of Revenue
- Income tax on wages
- No tax on wages
- Statewide sales tax
- Yes
- Local income taxes
- Not common
- Estate / inheritance
- Estate tax
- Cities with pages
- 5
- 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 Washington
Washington on the map
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Popular services for Washington 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 Washington
Tax Preparation & Planning
IRS Tax Problems & Resolution
Business Accounting & Advisory
Audit, Forensic & Litigation
Individuals & Families
Washington FAQs
Do you have an office in Washington?
Our office is in Doral, Florida. We serve Washington 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 Washington state return?
There is no tax on wages in Washington, 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 Washington?
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 Washington cities do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Washington, including Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver, Bellevue.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. All initial consultations are free of charge.
Need a CPA in Washington?
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.