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Whether you need simple tax filing or complex business strategies, our Houston accountants turn confusion into clarity. We handle personal returns and business taxes with proven results.
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Transform your tax strategy with a CPA Houston individuals and businesses love. We excel in individual and business tax services, ensuring compliance and minimizing audit risks. Contact us today to secure your financial future and peace of mind.
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Texas Franchise Tax, Combined Reporting, and Houston Sales Tax

Franchise tax on margin applies to most Texas businesses, and the Texas Comptroller presents four calculation methods. Each of them produces a distinct result on the same revenue. Most Energy Corridor operators pick one at formation and never revisit it. Combined reporting pulls affiliated entities into a single group calculation, so a holding company cannot be cleanly separated from its operating subsidiary. Houston’s 8.25% combined sales rate catches oilfield services companies and small business owners in Houston who assumed their work fell outside taxable service definitions.

State and Local Compliance Handled by Dimov Tax

As a Houston CPA firm, we handle: Franchise tax returns and four-method margin calculations Combined reporting elections for affiliated entity groups Sales and use tax filings at the correct combined rate Hotel occupancy tax compliance, filed against the right agency on the correct calendar Our bookkeeping services in Houston feed directly into those state and city filings so the numbers reconcile before a single return goes out.
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Energy Executives, TMC Physicians, and Prior-State Tax Claims After Relocation

Houston returns often arrive with three or four income types inside the same file. Energy executives carry: RSUs that vested across multiple work states Production-tied K-1s from working interests Offshore deferred compensation the prior employer never sourced correctly Texas Medical Center physicians show up with W-2 hospital income, 1099 consulting fees, speaking payments, and practice-ownership distributions that a basic preparer collapses into one line and misses.
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Houston Tax & Accounting Services

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Tax Preparation

Get your taxes done right, fast

Work with a CPA in Houston who streamlines tax prep for individuals and small businesses. Our team tackles R&D credits, equity compensation, and multi-state filings with precision. We integrate your business and personal taxes, saving you time and stress. Let us handle the complexity so you can drive your business forward.

Forensic Accounting

Evidence-based financial investigations

Our Houston forensic accountants uncover financial truths when you need them most. From fraud investigations to damage calculations, we meticulously analyze complex financial data, providing court-ready evidence that protects your interests and saves you time and resources.
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Bookkeeping

Clean books, clear business picture

We provide expert bookkeeping services in Houston, tailored to small businesses. As Quickbooks Pro Advisors with experience across multiple accounting platforms, we ensure accurate financial records. Our efficient approach improves your reporting, decision-making, and tax compliance, saving you time to focus on growing your business.
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Tax Consulting

Smart tax choices, better results

We tackle the headaches of international and expat taxes right here in Houston. From state to global regulations, we’ve got you covered. Our team cuts through the complexity, minimizes your tax burden, and keeps you compliant. Let’s make taxes less taxing for you.
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Payroll Services

Payroll compliance, handled correctly

Smart Houston business owners know payroll shouldn’t be a headache. We handle the entire process, from setup to tax management, using top systems like QuickBooks and Gusto. Our expertise in multi-state issues ensures accuracy and compliance as your company grows. Let us mind your payroll while you mind your business.
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Amended Tax Returns

Fix past tax return mistakes

Made a mistake on your tax return? Don’t worry. Our Houston team specializes in amended returns. We correct errors, claim overlooked deductions, and handle changes in income or filing status. We’ll help you file Form 1040X accurately, ensuring you get the refund you deserve or minimize additional taxes owed.
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Financial Audits

Thorough reviews for accuracy

Our Houston auditors deliver reliable, cost-effective financial audits. We excel in accuracy, operational efficiency, and risk management. Our transparent approach keeps you informed throughout the process. With our expertise in business accounting and regulatory compliance, we provide valuable insights to strengthen your financial position.
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Tax Audit Representation

Expert defense in IRS audits

Got an IRS letter? We’ll handle it. Our CPAs resolve most audits with the first response – whether it’s correspondence, field, state, sales, or payroll. We’ve helped hundreds of clients close their audits successfully, often with reduced amounts or no changes needed.
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Real Estate Taxes

Property tax planning made simple

Need expert real estate tax guidance in Houston? We’re your 1031 exchange specialists, optimizing tax outcomes for every transaction. Our strategies cover primary homes and rentals, local or international. Our tax CPAs support you through every step of real estate taxation.
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Boost your financial knowledge with our resource center. Our articles cover streamlined domestic offshore procedures, expat taxes, and non-resident issues. Explore our insights to make informed decisions and maximize your financial success.

Get Your Tax & Accounting Questions Answered

Knowledge dispels doubt. Find answers about tax preparation fees, accounting rates, bookkeeping expenses, and crypto tax requirements. Our CPAs provide clear information on service costs, timelines, and processes to help you make informed decisions.

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When does an energy corridor business need a Houston CPA?

A business should work with tax professionals before filing the annual franchise tax report if it has affiliated entities, holding companies, operating subsidiaries, or shared ownership. Combined reporting means one return for the affiliated group, and incorrect groupings can produce a deficiency with interest.

Does California tax a bonus paid after I moved to Houston?

Likely yes. California sources bonuses to the period they were earned, not the date they were paid. The Franchise Tax Board will examine your move date, your employment contract, and how the bonus was calculated. Texas owing nothing does not close the California question.

Does our Houston oilfield services revenue trigger a Texas sales tax obligation?

Often yes. The Comptroller classifies well surveying, perforating, and cementing as taxable services. Houston’s combined rate reaches 8.25%. Voluntary disclosure can reduce back-period assessments before an audit opens.

How does W-2 and 1099 income from Texas Medical Center work affect my return?

Tax preparation in Houston requires keeping these two income types on completely separate tracks. The 1099 side triggers self-employment tax, QBI eligibility, and estimated payment obligations. Collapsing them into one line produces either an understatement or a missed deduction.

What local tax does a Houston hotel owe beyond the federal return?

The City of Houston charges 7% on gross room receipts, due quarterly. Penalties reach 15% on certain late amounts, with 10% annual interest running independently. As your dedicated CPA in Houston, Dimov Tax handles registration, back-filing and penalty negotiations with the city directly.

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George Dimov

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Stan Shraybman, MBA, EA

Senior Tax Manager

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Anvar Akhtamov, EA

Senior Tax Accountant

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Xintian Wang, CPA

Senior Tax Manager

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