Tax Preparation — Sunnyvale, CA

Tax Preparation in Sunnyvale, CA

B&H prepares federal and California tax returns for Sunnyvale small businesses, S-corps, LLCs, and tech professionals with stock compensation and RSU income. Flat-rate pricing, no surprises, direct access to Bill or Hannah.

Sunnyvale Tax Prep for Tech & Small Business

Sunnyvale tax returns are more complex than the national average — stock compensation, R&D credits, California franchise taxes, and high-income AMT exposure are common. We handle all of it under one flat-rate relationship.

Stock Compensation Expertise

Sunnyvale has a high concentration of tech employees and founders receiving ISOs, NQSOs, and RSUs. We calculate AMT exposure, report equity income correctly, and plan strategies to minimize your California tax hit.

Business + Individual in One Place

For S-corp owners and LLC members, we prepare both the entity return (1120-S or 1065) and your personal return (1040) — ensuring K-1 flow-through is handled correctly and your QBI deduction is maximized.

Quarterly Estimated Tax Planning

We calculate Q1–Q4 estimated payments so you never owe large penalties. For Sunnyvale business owners with variable income, quarterly planning is essential to avoid underpayment surprises.

Year-Round Access to Your Preparer

Questions don't stop on April 16. Bill and Hannah are available year-round for tax questions, mid-year planning, and life events — new business, equity liquidity event, home purchase — that affect your taxes.

Tax Preparation Services in Sunnyvale

Business Tax Returns (All Entities)

Federal and California returns for S-corps (1120-S), partnerships (1065), C-corps (1120), single-member LLCs (Schedule C), and sole proprietors — including CA FTB returns (100S, 565, 568).

Individual & Self-Employment Returns

Form 1040 for Sunnyvale residents — W-2, self-employment income, rental properties, stock compensation, and California Schedule CA adjustments. K-1 pass-through from your business entity handled together.

Stock Compensation & AMT Analysis

ISO exercises, NQSO income, RSU vesting — we calculate your AMT exposure, advise on ISO exercise timing, and ensure equity events are reported correctly on your 1040 and CA return.

R&D Tax Credit (Form 6765)

For Sunnyvale tech startups with qualified research expenses, we document and claim the IRC Section 41 R&D credit — applying it against income tax or payroll taxes for eligible early-stage companies.

Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments

We calculate your safe harbor estimated payment amounts for Q1–Q4 and send reminders before each due date — January 15, April 15, June 15, and September 15.

Tax Extension Filing

Need more time? We file Form 4868 (individual) or Form 7004 (business) to extend your filing deadline. Note: extensions extend the filing date, not the payment due date — we estimate and pay the balance due with the extension.

Sunnyvale Tax Preparation FAQ

Do you prepare business tax returns for Sunnyvale companies?

Yes. B&H prepares federal and California business returns for Sunnyvale S-corps, LLCs, partnerships, and sole proprietors — including quarterly estimated tax planning. Call 408-256-0339 to get started.

Can you handle stock options and RSU income for Sunnyvale tech workers?

Yes. Sunnyvale tech professionals frequently receive ISOs, NQSOs, and RSUs. We analyze your stock compensation events, calculate AMT exposure for ISO exercises, and report RSU income correctly to minimize your federal and California tax liability.

What Sunnyvale business structures do you prepare taxes for?

We prepare federal and California returns for S-corps (1120-S), LLCs taxed as partnerships (1065), single-member LLCs (Schedule C), C-corps (1120), and sole proprietors — plus the corresponding CA FTB forms (100S, 565, 568).

How far in advance should a Sunnyvale business file its tax return?

S-corps and partnerships are due March 15; sole proprietors and individuals are due April 15. We recommend providing documents by February 28. Filing early avoids penalties, gets refunds faster, and reduces EIN-based identity theft risk.

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Monthly Bookkeeping for Sunnyvale

Clean books all year make tax prep easier and cheaper. Our flat-rate monthly bookkeeping in QuickBooks keeps your Sunnyvale business financials current so your return is ready when tax season arrives.

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Startup Accounting & R&D Credits

Sunnyvale tech startups may qualify for up to $500,000 in R&D payroll tax credits. We document IRC Section 41 qualified research expenses alongside your annual tax preparation — maximizing your credit.

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Our Flat-Rate EZ Accounting Process

See how B&H's process works from onboarding through tax filing. Most Sunnyvale clients spend under 20 minutes a month on their accounting relationship — we handle the rest.

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