Question 1

Do I Need a CPA When Starting a New Business?

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Yes. A CPA can help you establish a strong financial foundation from the beginning by assisting with entity selection, accounting system setup, bookkeeping procedures, tax planning, and compliance requirements. Starting with the right structure can help avoid costly mistakes later.

Question 2

Should I Form an LLC or an S Corporation?

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The best choice depends on your business goals, projected income, liability concerns, and tax situation. We help business owners evaluate their options and select the structure that best supports their long-term objectives.

Question 3

What Does a CPA Do for a Small Business?

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A CPA can provide tax preparation, tax planning, bookkeeping oversight, financial reporting, cash flow analysis, business advisory services, and strategic guidance to help small business owners make informed financial decisions.

Question 4

Do You Prepare Business Tax Returns?

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Yes. We prepare tax returns for corporations, partnerships, disregarded entities, and nonprofit organizations. We also assist with tax planning and compliance throughout the year.

Question 5

Do You Prepare Estate and Trust Tax Returns?

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Yes. We prepare estate and trust tax returns and can help fiduciaries understand their tax filing and reporting responsibilities.

Question 6

Do You Provide Monthly Bookkeeping Services?

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Yes. We provide monthly bookkeeping services designed to help businesses maintain accurate financial records, understand their financial performance, and stay prepared for tax filings and business decision-making.

Question 7

Can You Help Clean Up My Books?

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Yes. We frequently assist businesses with correcting bookkeeping errors, reconciling accounts, organizing financial records, and bringing accounting systems up to date.

Question 8

Do You Help Nonprofit Organizations?

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Yes. We provide specialized accounting, tax, compliance, and advisory services for nonprofit organizations, including PTAs, charitable organizations, and grant-funded programs.

Question 9

Can You Help With a 501(c)(3) Application?

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Yes. We assist organizations throughout the 501(c)(3) application process, helping them establish a strong compliance foundation and obtain tax-exempt status.

Question 10

Do You Prepare Form 990 Filings?

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Yes. We assist nonprofit organizations with Form 990 preparation, filing requirements, and ongoing compliance responsibilities.

Question 11

How Do You Help PTAs?

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We help PTAs with financial oversight, compliance, reporting, internal controls, treasurer transitions, budgeting, and best practices designed to support accountability and transparency.

Question 12

Do You Support Organizations Funded by The Children's Trust?

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Yes. We provide support with reimbursement billing, compliance monitoring, grant documentation, financial reporting, and related administrative requirements associated with Children's Trust-funded programs.

Question 13

Do You Work With Clients Outside of Coconut Creek?

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Yes. We serve Florida residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and clients with Florida-based business and financial interests throughout the state.

Question 14

Do You Offer Virtual Meetings?

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Yes. We offer both virtual and in-person meetings by appointment to accommodate our clients' schedules and preferences.

Question 15

How Do I Schedule a Consultation?

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You can contact Hardy Johnson CPA by phone at 954.778.8871 or by email at info@hardyjohnsoncpa.com to schedule a consultation and discuss your accounting, tax, nonprofit, or advisory needs.

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