Bates Accounting & Tax Services
Helping clients understand and maximize their finances.
Tacoma’s Certified Public Accountant
The nuances of the tax code will leave you scratching your head. You would not like the idea of ultimately paying more than what you have to. At Bates Accounting & Tax, PLLC, we will aggressively help you take advantage of all deductions to minimize the amount of money you pay to the government.
Michael’s clients include small businesses and individuals ranging locally throughout Tacoma Washington to worldwide. He has developed a solid reputation in the community. His company is standing out from the crowd. Commitment to his clients is a daily and conscious effort. And, Michael possess loyalty towards the requirements and needs of his valued clients.
Strategic Handling of Your Taxes
Michael Bates has been putting his knowledge in action for years. His years of experience in tax and accounting and business advisory services are second to none. The knowledge and experience of our team will ensure that you pay the lowest possible tax & receive the best quality service available.
Bookkeeping & Payroll
Rely on the bookkeeping expertise of our accounting team. This, of course, involves the process of analyzing, interpreting, and recording the financial transactions of an individual or a business.
Tax Planning & Preparation
Our tax planning strategies are designed to reduce the taxable income of your business. We also aim to lower your tax rate and control the time that the tax will be paid. Avoid the most common mistakes of tax planning. And more importantly, keep more of your money!
IRS & Audit Representation
It can be more upsetting receiving a notice sent by the Internal Revenue Service. For your IRS notice or tax problem, our tax expert team will represent you before the IRS. Our belief is that you must have an authorized person eligible to represent you.
What More Could You Ask For?
At Bates Accounting & Tax, PLLC are more than happy to help you as a client and educate you further. We will do the tedious accounting & tax work for you so that you can focus on the core business.
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“I took my case to Michael Bates after trying unsuccessfully to resolve the matter with the help of another CPA.”
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“I just wanted to say thank you for your help in resolving our audit. You and your staff were exceptional.”
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“Michael, we just want to let you know how appreciative we are regarding the results you and your team achieved in our audit. We appreciate the professional and expeditious manner in which it was handled. The results met all of our expectations!”
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“Thank you all, and especially you Michael. We won because of your representation.”
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“It was a real pleasure working with Michael. I cannot thank him enough! I am so relieved to have my audit done.”