We offer many other services that can help you meet your business needs. We provide business income tax planning and operational advice to highlight the how and why of improving your business’ performance. Starting a…
Estate Tax Planning Services
We can guide you through the complex process of transferring your assets to your beneficiaries while reducing or eliminating the taxes due on these transfers. We also offer complete income tax preparation including estate, trust…
Accounting Services and Quickbooks
We provide full business accounting services, including general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, payroll, financial statement preparation and business sales tax and property tax returns. QuickBooks accounting software makes most of the day-to-day bookkeeping operations relatively…
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Stefforia, Petik & Carlson, CPAs provides a comprehensive range of services, including the following primary areas (click on each to learn more):
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Mark Pardon
Mark is a staff accountant of Stefforia, Petik & Carlson, CPAs. He has been performing accounting and tax services for over 10 years and was previously with Pardon & Sutter Accounting.
Ryan Mccollough
Ryan is a senior accountant of Stefforia, Petik & Carlson, CPA’s and is a Master of Science in Accounting graduate from Eastern Michigan University. His other academic achievements include a Bachelor of Arts in Finance…
Tim Petik
Tim is a shareholder of Stefforia, Petik & Carlson, CPAs and is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan. Tim is a licensed Michigan CPA since 1995. Tim has over 30 years’ experience assisting…
Jeffrey R. Stefforia
Jeff is president and a shareholder of Stefforia, Petik & Carlson, CPAs and is a graduate of Walsh College, Troy, Michigan. Jeff is a licensed CPA in the State of Michigan since 1991. Over more…
Tax Planning and Preparation
We offer complete income tax return preparation services including federal, state and local returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, estates and trusts and not-for-profits. Our goal is to minimize your tax liabilities by effective planning and…
Review, Compilation and Preparation
All of our clients rely on the critical information about their businesses they find in timely and accurate financial statements. A clear financial picture of your business can help secure loans, support business decisions, monitor…
A tip for teachers: Some educator expenses may be tax deductible
The educator expense deduction allows eligible teachers and administrators to deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes. They can only claim this deduction for expenses that were not reimbursed…
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2nd Quarter 2014 Client Tax Letter
To our clients, We are pleased to share this newsletter with our clients. Please contact us to discuss your specific accounting and tax needs. Client Tax Letter_2014 2nd Quarter Kirk This CPA Client Tax Letter…

Time for a “Paycheck Checkup”
The IRS encourages everyone to use the Withholding Calculator to perform a quick “paycheck checkup.” This is even more important following the recent changes to the tax law for 2018 and beyond. The Calculator will…

A tip for teachers: Some educator expenses may be tax deductible
The educator expense deduction allows eligible teachers and administrators to deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes. They can only claim this deduction for expenses that were not reimbursed…

Here’s why taxpayers should have an online IRS account
An IRS online account is a safe and easy way for individual taxpayers to view specific details about their federal tax account. Here are some of the benefits and features of this online system. Taxpayers can…

Get ready to file taxes in 2021
There are steps you can take now to make sure your tax filing experience goes smoothly in 2021. First, they can visit the Get Ready page on IRS.gov. Here are a few other things you can do now:…

IRS reminds taxpayers an extension to file is not an extension to pay taxes
For most individual taxpayers the tax filing and payment deadline is Monday, April 18, 2022. Those who need more time to file can request an extension to file. Taxpayers must request an extension to file…

What taxpayers need to know about making 2021 estimated tax payments
Small business owners, self-employed people, and some wage earners should look into whether they should make estimated tax payments this year. Doing so can help them avoid an unexpected tax bill and possibly a penalty…

Remember these tips when searching for a tax preparer
The tax filing season is upon us, and if you will be looking for someone to help you file a tax return you should choose your tax return preparer wisely. This is because it’s ultimately you who is…
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