Tax Preparation — Gilroy, CA

Tax Preparation in Gilroy, CA

B&H provides business and individual federal and California tax preparation for Gilroy small businesses — accurate returns, maximum legitimate deductions, and year-round tax planning. The Garlic Capital of the World, Gilroy hosts one of California largest annual festivals, Gilroy Premium Outlets with 145 stores, and significant agricultural operations, creating unique payroll, sales tax, and seasonal accounting needs.

Tax Preparation for Gilroy Businesses

The Garlic Capital of the World, Gilroy hosts one of California largest annual festivals, Gilroy Premium Outlets with 145 stores, and significant agricultural operations, creating unique payroll, sales tax, and seasonal accounting needs.

Flat-Rate Pricing — No Surprises

One flat monthly price covers your service with no hourly billing or surprise invoices. You always know what you pay, making it easy to budget for professional accounting help.

Direct Access to Bill or Hannah

When you call or email, Bill or Hannah responds, not a call center or account manager. You get the same accountant every month who knows your Gilroy business inside and out.

Gilroy Minimum Wage Compliance

Gilroy follows the California state minimum wage: $16.90/hr in 2026, with no separate local rate. We apply the current Gilroy rate automatically across our payroll and bookkeeping services before each effective date.

Silicon Valley Accounting Expertise

We serve Gilroy businesses alongside clients from Milpitas to San Jose, knowing the California tax rules, CDTFA filing requirements, and EDD payroll compliance that affect your business.

Tax Preparation for Gilroy Businesses

Business Tax Returns

Federal and California business returns for S-corps, LLCs, partnerships, and sole proprietors, filed accurately and on time with quarterly estimated tax planning included.

Individual Tax Returns

Federal Form 1040 and California Form 540 for Gilroy residents, including W-2 income, business income, rental property, investment income, RSU and stock options, and all deductions and credits.

Quarterly Estimated Tax Planning

We calculate your Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4 estimated tax payments each year. Gilroy business owners and high-income employees with equity compensation often significantly underpay without a plan.

Prior-Year Tax Return Preparation

Behind on filing? We prepare prior-year federal and California returns accurately and file them promptly to minimize IRS and FTB penalties and interest, and check for refunds you may have missed.

Tax Planning for Business Owners

Entity structure analysis, retirement plan contributions such as SEP-IRA and Solo 401(k), depreciation strategy under Section 179, bonus depreciation, and year-end tax reduction planning.

IRS & FTB Correspondence Support

If your Gilroy business receives an IRS or California FTB notice, we respond on your behalf, explaining the issue, gathering documentation, and resolving it without you navigating government agencies alone.

Gilroy Tax Preparation FAQ

Do you prepare tax returns for Gilroy businesses and residents?

Yes. B&H prepares federal and California tax returns for Gilroy businesses and individuals, including S-corps, LLCs, sole proprietors, and personal returns with complex income. We serve clients via our secure portal. Call 408-256-0339.

What business tax returns do you prepare for Gilroy businesses?

We prepare federal Form 1120-S for S-corps, 1065 for partnerships, and Schedule C for sole proprietors, plus the corresponding California returns including 100S, 565, 568, and Schedule C. We also provide guidance on the California LLC minimum franchise tax.

How do you handle Gilroy residents with RSUs and stock options?

Many Gilroy residents receive RSUs and stock options from Agriculture, Gilroy Premium Outlets retail, food processing, and construction. We handle vesting income reporting, ESPP sales, ISO and NSO exercise reporting, holding period tracking, and AMT calculations, all common complexities for Gilroy individual returns.

Do you help Gilroy businesses with quarterly estimated taxes?

Yes. California business owners and self-employed Gilroy residents must pay quarterly estimated taxes to avoid underpayment penalties. We calculate your Q1 through Q4 vouchers each year and alert you before each April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15 deadline.

More Services for Gilroy Businesses

Tax Preparation for Gilroy Businesses

Federal and California business and individual tax returns for Gilroy small businesses and residents. Quarterly estimated tax planning included.

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Payroll Services in Gilroy

Flat-rate payroll for Gilroy businesses via SurePayroll: direct deposit, quarterly filings, W-2s, and automatic compliance with Gilroy minimum wage of $16.90/hr.

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Our Flat-Rate EZ Accounting Process

See exactly how B&H monthly accounting works: upload, reconcile, report. Most Gilroy clients spend under 20 minutes a month on their books.

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