How long should I keep my tax records?

Keep records for at least 3 years from the filing date. The IRS generally has 3 years to audit. Keep investment, property, and business records longer.

Does RP Tax Service offer online tax filing?

Yes. We serve clients entirely online through our secure TaxDome client portal. Upload documents, sign returns electronically, and communicate securely from anywhere in Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, or California.

What states does RP Tax Service work in?

We prepare tax returns and provide advisory services for clients in Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California.

Can RP Tax Service help with IRS problems?

Yes. As IRS Enrolled Agents, we represent clients before the IRS — negotiating Offers in Compromise, installment agreements, audit representation, and back tax resolution.

Do you handle cryptocurrency taxes?

Yes. We handle crypto tax reporting, cost basis tracking, capital gains strategy, DeFi income, NFT transactions, and 1099-K reconciliation for collectors and investors.

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Tax Planning & Strategy

Most tax surprises aren't surprises — they're the result of not looking forward. We model your income, review your structure, and identify every legal reduction available before December 31 closes the window. Quarterly check-ins, proactive communication, and a strategy that evolves as your income does.

Year-round advisory sessions

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Entity Structuring

An LLC taxed as a sole prop and an S-Corp on $180,000 of net income aren't just different structures — they're a $12,000 difference in what you keep. We run the math, model the options, and tell you exactly what your current structure is costing you.

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The financial decisions you make in your first few years compound for decades. Structure, compensation, retirement, reinvestment — these aren't accounting tasks. They're the difference between a business that builds wealth and one that generates income you can't keep.

Business structure & entity selection

Growth-stage tax planning

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Real Estate Tax Strategy

Real estate investors often have six-figure deductions sitting in their properties that no one has unlocked. Cost segregation, bonus depreciation, the short-term rental exception, 1031 exchanges, real estate professional status — most Schedule E filers use none of these. We use all of them.

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Crypto & Investments

Your crypto platform doesn't track your taxes — it tracks your trades. Cost basis, holding period, DeFi income, 1099-K reconciliation — these are your responsibility and the IRS is watching. We've seen clients overpay by tens of thousands because no one built their cost basis correctly from the start.

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Bad books don't just create compliance risk — they prevent good tax planning. You can't optimize what you can't see. We build your financials around your tax strategy: the right accounts, the right timing, the right documentation for every deduction you plan to take.

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A Solo 401(k) can shelter $70,000+ per year from taxes. A defined benefit plan can shelter even more. Most business owners are using a SEP-IRA and leaving real money behind. Retirement planning isn't just about the future — it's one of the highest-leverage deductions available to you right now.

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An IRS notice isn't always a disaster — but responding incorrectly turns a manageable situation into an expensive one. As Enrolled Agents, we hold the highest credential the IRS issues to non-attorneys. We speak their language, know the programs, and represent your interests at every level of the agency.

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The IRS requires you to keep records that support amounts claimed on your return. Generally, keep records for the 3 most recent years of tax filings. Certain situations (unreported income, fraud) may require longer retention.

You can sell your personal residence and make a tax-free profit of up to $250,000 if single or $500,000 for married couples. To qualify, you must have lived in the property for at least two of the last five years before the sale.

Self-employed individuals must pay Estimated Quarterly Payments to the IRS and State on time to avoid penalties. Use eftps.gov for federal IRS payments and ftb.ca.gov for California state payments. We can help you calculate the right amounts each quarter.

It depends on your goals. There are four common taxpayer types:

The Owing Taxpayer — prefers to keep every dollar working during the year and owes at year-end.
The Break-Even Taxpayer — aims for $0 owed and $0 refund. Financial experts generally recommend this.
The Buffer Taxpayer — doesn't want to write a check at tax time, but is fine with any refund outcome.
The Big Refund Taxpayer — uses the refund as a forced savings account for larger purchases.

None of these is wrong — but our tax professionals can help you get to whichever outcome you prefer.

If you are married by December 31st of the tax year, you have two options: Married Filing Joint or Married Filing Separate. You cannot file as Head of Household and Single. Filing Separate has potential downsides — consult with us before making that decision.

Call 800-829-1040 for general tax issues. Be aware of high call volumes and long wait times. Have ready:

Your Social Security number or ITIN
Your date of birth
Your filing status

Better yet — if you've received IRS correspondence, let us handle it for you. We deal with the IRS on clients' behalf every day.

Generally, the answer is $0 as a current deduction. Maintenance, repairs, and improvements on your primary residence are almost never directly deductible. However, they increase your home's cost basis, which can reduce capital gains tax when you eventually sell. Keep all renovation receipts for this reason.

If your refund or payment needs to go to a new account or address, updates can be made through the IRS website or by filing an updated return. To update your mailing address with USPS, visit usps.com. Call our office and we can walk you through the process.

Extension Request

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RP Tax Service electronically files Form 4868 on your behalf — giving you an automatic extension to October 15th. Submit your completed request by April 10th.

Important: Extension to File ≠ Extension to Pay

An extension gives you more time to file your return — it does not extend your time to pay. If you owe taxes, penalties and interest begin accruing after April 15th on any unpaid balance.

Complete the request form

Fill out all personal information, filing status, and the total amount already paid to the IRS through withholding or quarterly estimated payments. Incomplete forms cannot be filed.

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The $150 deposit is applied to your tax filing balance. An online invoice will be sent to your email once your completed request is received.

We file on your behalf

Once payment and a completed request are received, we electronically file Form 4868 and email you a confirmation.

Schedule your return appointment

It is your responsibility to set an appointment to have your full tax return completed before the extended deadline of October 15th.

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Tax Law Changes

What changed in the tax code
— and what it means for you.

Tax law is not static. Congress and the IRS make changes every year — some quietly, some dramatically. Below are the most significant current changes affecting individual taxpayers, families, and business owners right now. Some are in your favor. Some are not. All of them require a strategy.

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TCJA Provisions Set to Expire — The Biggest Tax Shift in Years

Negative for most taxpayers

What Changed

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) cut tax rates, nearly doubled the standard deduction, expanded the child tax credit, and created the 20% pass-through deduction (Section 199A). Most of these provisions are scheduled to expire after December 31, 2025 — unless Congress acts to extend them.

Key Items Expiring

Lower individual income tax rates revert to higher pre-2018 levels
Standard deduction drops by roughly half (from ~$29,200 to ~$16,000 for MFJ)
Child Tax Credit drops from $2,000 to $1,000 per child
The 20% deduction for pass-through business income (§199A) goes away
Estate tax exemption drops from ~$13M to ~$7M per person
$10,000 SALT deduction cap remains unless separately addressed

⚠ Impact on You If Congress does not extend TCJA, most taxpayers will see a meaningful tax increase starting in 2026. Small business owners who use the 199A deduction will be hit hardest. This is one of the most important reasons to plan NOW — before year-end — while current rates still apply.

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1099-K Threshold Dropped — Millions of New Filers Affected

Affects side income earners

What Changed

The IRS dramatically lowered the reporting threshold for Form 1099-K. Previously, payment platforms (PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, eBay, Etsy, StockX, TCGPlayer) only issued 1099-Ks if you received over $20,000 in 200+ transactions. The new threshold is $600 in a single transaction, being phased in — with a $5,000 threshold in 2024, moving toward $600 fully in 2025–2026.

Who Gets Hit

Freelancers and gig workers paid via apps
Side hustlers selling on eBay, Etsy, Facebook Marketplace
Collectibles sellers (cards, memorabilia, resellers)
Anyone accepting business payments through Venmo or PayPal

⚠ Impact on You You will now receive tax forms for income you may not have been tracking. Selling a Pokémon card collection? That's a taxable event. Freelancing on the side? Expect a 1099-K. The good news: proper cost basis tracking can significantly reduce what you owe. Bad recordkeeping will cost you.

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2025 Standard Deduction — Inflation Adjustment Increases

Positive for most filers

What Changed

The IRS adjusts the standard deduction annually for inflation. For the 2025 tax year, the amounts are:

Single filers: $15,000 (up from $14,600)
Married Filing Jointly: $30,000 (up from $29,200)
Head of Household: $22,500 (up from $21,900)

Also Adjusted

All seven tax bracket thresholds increased ~2.8%
AMT exemption increased to $88,100 single / $137,000 MFJ
Annual gift tax exclusion increased to $19,000 per recipient
IRA contribution limit: $7,000 ($8,000 if age 50+)
401(k) contribution limit: $23,500 ($31,000 if age 50+)

✓ Impact on You More income is shielded from tax before you hit each bracket. Higher retirement contribution limits mean more room to reduce taxable income through your 401(k) or IRA. This is money directly in your pocket — if you're contributing the maximum.

⚡

Energy Credits — Inflation Reduction Act Still in Effect

Positive — if you qualify

What Changed

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) significantly expanded residential and business energy tax credits. These are real dollar-for-dollar reductions in your tax bill — not just deductions.

Key Credits Available

Solar panels & home battery storage: 30% tax credit (no cap)
Energy-efficient home improvements: Up to $3,200/year (windows, doors, HVAC, insulation)
Electric vehicle credit: Up to $7,500 for new EVs; $4,000 for used — income limits apply
Clean vehicle business credit: Up to $7,500 for qualifying business fleet vehicles

✓ Impact on You If you're planning any home improvements or a vehicle purchase, doing it before year-end could mean thousands in direct tax credits. Unlike deductions, credits reduce your tax bill dollar-for-dollar. These are worth planning around.

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Bonus Depreciation Phasing Out — Business Owners Must Act

Negative — window closing

What Changed

Bonus depreciation — which allowed businesses to immediately deduct 100% of qualifying asset purchases — has been phasing down year by year since 2023. The schedule is:

2023: 80% immediate deduction
2024: 60% immediate deduction
2025: 40% immediate deduction
2026: 20% immediate deduction
2027: 0% — fully phased out (unless extended by Congress)

Note on Section 179

Section 179 remains available at $1,220,000 for 2024 and similar for 2025, giving small businesses an alternative immediate expensing route.

⚠ Impact on You Business owners planning equipment, vehicle, or property improvements should consider accelerating those purchases into 2025 to capture the 40% bonus while it's still available. Waiting until 2026 or 2027 cuts that benefit in half or eliminates it entirely.

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SECURE 2.0 Act — Retirement Rules Overhauled

Mostly positive for savers

What Changed

The SECURE 2.0 Act (signed into law late 2022, with provisions phasing in through 2025 and beyond) made sweeping changes to retirement savings rules.

Key Changes Now in Effect

RMD age raised to 73 (previously 72) — more time for tax-deferred growth
Super catch-up contributions: Ages 60–63 can now contribute an extra $11,250 to 401(k) on top of standard limits (2025)
529 to Roth IRA rollovers: Unused education savings can now roll into a Roth IRA (lifetime limit $35,000, 15-year rule applies)
Roth SEP and SIMPLE IRAs now permitted — self-employed workers can make Roth contributions to employer plans
Automatic enrollment required for new 401(k) plans starting 2025

✓ Impact on You The super catch-up contribution for ages 60–63 is significant — business owners in that age range can shelter an additional $11,250 from taxes in 2025 alone. The 529-to-Roth rollover is a game-changer for families with leftover college savings.

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This information reflects tax law as of May 2025. Tax law changes frequently. Congress may extend, modify, or repeal any of the above provisions. The information above is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Every taxpayer's situation is different — contact RP Tax Service to discuss how these changes apply specifically to you.

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State tax updates —
what you need to know where you live.

Federal taxes are only half the picture. Every state has its own rules, rates, deadlines, and quirks. We serve clients across Hawaii, Utah, Arizona, and California — and we know each state's tax code inside and out.

Hawaii State Tax Overview

Hawaii has one of the most complex state tax structures in the nation — with 12 income tax brackets, a General Excise Tax (GET) that functions differently from sales tax in other states, and unique rules for residents who earn income from mainland sources. Understanding the difference between the GET and income tax is critical for any Hawaii business owner.

Top Income Tax Rate 11% (highest in US)

Number of Tax Brackets 12 brackets

General Excise Tax (GET) 4% (4.5% Oahu)

State Filing Deadline April 20 (not April 15)

Capital Gains Rate Up to 7.25%

Watch Out

Hawaii GET Is Not a Sales Tax — It's a Business Tax

The General Excise Tax applies to ALL business gross income — not just retail sales. Services, rentals, construction, and even wholesale transactions are subject to GET. Many new business owners get caught off guard because they treat it like a sales tax. It's not — it's a tax on the privilege of doing business in Hawaii, and it must be filed regularly regardless of whether you collected it from customers.

High Tax State

Hawaii's 11% Top Rate — Planning Is Essential

Hawaii's top marginal income tax rate of 11% is the highest in the nation. Combined with federal rates, high earners in Hawaii can face effective rates well above 40%. Strategic use of deductions, retirement accounts, and entity structure is not optional at this level — it's essential. The difference between good planning and no planning can be $10,000+ annually.

Deadline

Hawaii Files April 20 — Not April 15

Unlike most states, Hawaii's individual income tax deadline is April 20th, giving residents 5 extra days. However, if you also have federal obligations, the federal April 15 deadline still applies. Business returns (Form N-30, N-70NP) have their own schedule. Don't assume Hawaii's later deadline applies to all your filings.

Opportunity

Hawaii Renewable Energy Tax Credit

Hawaii offers a 35% state tax credit for solar energy systems installed on residential property — one of the most generous in the nation. Combined with the federal 30% credit, homeowners can offset 65% of installation costs through tax credits. If you're a Hawaii homeowner considering solar, the tax math is compelling and we can help you structure the credit correctly.

Questions about Hawaii GET, N-11 filing, or the solar credit? We file Hawaii returns year-round.

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Utah State Tax Overview

Utah has a simple, flat income tax structure — making it one of the more predictable states for tax planning. Utah recently reduced its flat rate and is generally business-friendly. However, Utah has unique rules around Social Security taxation, pass-through entity taxes, and a sales tax structure that catches many business owners off guard. Utah also has a strong retirement income tax credit that many residents miss.

Income Tax Structure Flat 4.55%

State Sales Tax 4.85% (avg 7.19% w/ local)

Capital Gains Taxed as ordinary income

Filing Deadline April 15

Pass-Through Entity Tax Available (SALT workaround)

Opportunity

Utah's Pass-Through Entity Tax — The SALT Cap Workaround

Utah allows S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs to elect to pay state income tax at the entity level. This effectively bypasses the federal $10,000 SALT deduction cap — because the entity deducts the state tax as a business expense before income passes through to you. For Utah business owners paying significant state tax, this election can save thousands annually in federal taxes.

Opportunity

Utah Retirement Tax Credit

Utah offers a retirement tax credit of up to $450 for individuals and $900 for joint filers who receive qualifying retirement income. This is a credit — not just a deduction — meaning it directly reduces your Utah tax bill. Many retired Utah residents miss this entirely. If you or your spouse receive pension, IRA, or Social Security income, you likely qualify.

Know This

Utah Taxes Social Security Income

Unlike many states, Utah includes Social Security benefits in taxable income — though a retirement credit partially offsets this. Retirees moving to Utah from a state that exempts Social Security (like Hawaii) need to account for this in their planning. The difference can be significant depending on your benefit amount.

Watch Out

Utah Sales Tax on Services — Expanding Scope

Utah is one of a growing number of states expanding sales tax to cover certain services. If you operate a service-based business in Utah, you need to verify whether your specific services are subject to sales tax — the rules are more complex than most people assume and enforcement has increased. An incorrect determination can result in significant back taxes and penalties.

Operating a business in Utah or planning a move there? Let's talk about your Utah tax situation.

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Arizona State Tax Overview

Arizona made a dramatic tax change in 2023 — moving to a flat 2.5% income tax rate, one of the lowest flat rates in the country. This was a major shift from the previous graduated structure and represents a significant opportunity for high earners who moved to Arizona for tax reasons. Arizona also has favorable treatment for retirees and has become a popular destination for California transplants looking to reduce their state tax burden.

Income Tax Rate (2024) Flat 2.5%

Previous Top Rate Was 4.5% (2022)

State Sales Tax 5.6% (avg 8.4% w/ local)

Social Security Tax Fully exempt

Filing Deadline April 15

Major Change

Arizona's Flat 2.5% Rate — One of the Lowest in the US

As of 2023, Arizona taxes all income at a flat 2.5% — down from a top rate of 4.5% just two years prior. For a household earning $200,000, this change alone saves $4,000 in Arizona state taxes annually. Combined with no tax on Social Security and favorable treatment of retirement income, Arizona has become one of the most tax-efficient states for retirees and high earners in the Southwest.

Opportunity

Arizona Pass-Through Entity Tax Election

Like Utah, Arizona allows pass-through entities to elect to pay state tax at the entity level — bypassing the federal SALT cap. For Arizona business owners who are also federal taxpayers subject to the $10,000 SALT limit, this election can convert a non-deductible expense into a fully deductible business cost. The savings can be 2-3x the Arizona state tax paid.

Know This

Moving From California to Arizona — Residency Rules Matter

Many California residents move to Arizona to escape California's high taxes — but California aggressively audits high earners who claim to have moved. You must genuinely establish Arizona domicile: driver's license, voter registration, spending more than 183 days in Arizona, and changing professional and social ties. We help California-to-Arizona movers document their residency change correctly from day one.

Watch Out

Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) — Not Your Typical Sales Tax

Arizona's sales tax is called the Transaction Privilege Tax and it works differently from sales tax in most states — it's a tax on the seller's privilege of doing business, not a tax on the buyer. Business owners in Arizona must register, collect, and remit TPT correctly. Contractors, remote sellers, and service businesses often get this wrong, resulting in audits and back taxes.

Recently moved to Arizona or own a business there? We know Arizona's TPT and flat tax inside and out.

Ask an Arizona Tax Question

California State Tax Overview

California has the highest state income tax rate in the nation at 13.3% and is one of the most aggressive states when it comes to tax enforcement and auditing. California also has unique rules around residency, source income, and business taxation that can surprise people who move in or out of the state. For business owners and investors, California's treatment of capital gains, stock options, and pass-through income requires careful planning.

Top Income Tax Rate 13.3% (highest in US)

Capital Gains Rate Taxed as ordinary income

State Sales Tax 7.25% base (up to 10.75%)

LLC Annual Fee $800 minimum franchise tax

Filing Deadline April 15

High Impact

California's $800 LLC Minimum Franchise Tax

Every LLC doing business in California must pay a minimum $800 franchise tax annually — even if the business made no money. New LLCs are exempt in their first year (as of 2021), but from year two onward, the $800 is due regardless of income. LLCs with revenues over $250,000 pay additional fees that can reach $11,790. Many out-of-state LLCs that do business in California are surprised to learn they owe this tax too.

Opportunity

California Pass-Through Entity Tax (AB 150)

California's PTE tax election (AB 150) allows S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs to pay a 9.3% entity-level tax — generating a 9.3% California tax credit for each owner. Because the entity deducts this as a business expense federally, it bypasses the SALT cap entirely. For California business owners in high brackets, this can save $5,000–$20,000+ in federal taxes annually. This is one of the highest-value tax strategies available to California business owners right now.

Watch Out

California Residency Audits — The FTB Is Aggressive

The California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is one of the most aggressive state tax agencies in the country. When high earners leave California, the FTB may continue to assert that they are still California residents — and can audit up to 4 years back. Triggers include: maintaining a California home, frequent visits, keeping California business ties, or children in California schools. If you've recently left California, proper documentation of your departure is essential.

Know This

California Taxes Stock Options & RSUs — Even After You Leave

California has source-based taxation on stock options and RSUs. If you were a California resident when your equity vested or was granted, California may claim a portion of the income even if you've since moved to another state. The allocation formula is complex and often results in unexpected California tax bills for people who moved to Nevada, Texas, or Arizona. This is a major planning issue for anyone with significant equity compensation.

California taxes are among the most complex in the country. Don't navigate them alone.

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What changed in the tax code— and what it means for you.

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Hawaii State Tax Overview

Hawaii GET Is Not a Sales Tax — It's a Business Tax

Hawaii's 11% Top Rate — Planning Is Essential

Hawaii Files April 20 — Not April 15

Hawaii Renewable Energy Tax Credit

Utah State Tax Overview

Utah's Pass-Through Entity Tax — The SALT Cap Workaround

Utah Retirement Tax Credit

Utah Taxes Social Security Income

Utah Sales Tax on Services — Expanding Scope

Arizona State Tax Overview

Arizona's Flat 2.5% Rate — One of the Lowest in the US

Arizona Pass-Through Entity Tax Election

Moving From California to Arizona — Residency Rules Matter

Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) — Not Your Typical Sales Tax

California State Tax Overview

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