With more than 30 years of experience in the field of tax preparation, we prepare federal, any state, and some international income tax returns. Taxes are filed electronically via e-file at no extra charge.
We provide comprehensive long-term tax planning, and work with associates to develop a financial plan tailored to your needs.
We can prepare appropriate federal and state tax filings for corporations, partnerships, and Limited Liability Companies. We also prepare W2, W3, 1099, 1098 and 1096 forms and personal property tax and annual report filings to the state.
We can assist in the planning and implementation of retirement and insurance programs for your business.
We can help your business launch successfully by assisting you in setting up charters, planning tax and financial strategies, and obtaining an Employer Identification Number or EIN. We can establish the initial filing requirements, and coordinate with appropriate bookkeeping and payroll services.
We have many years of experience in successfully helping individuals and businesses solve tax problems with both the IRS and State Governments.
Estate tax planning is critical to avoid excessive taxation of the estate. We can help you plan a strategy and prepare fiduciary tax returns.
We can prepare back tax returns for the past ten years. Declaring bankruptcy requires that all your past taxes are filed.
We can assist you in preparing applications for higher education grants and scholarships e.g. FAFSA and Pell Grants.
We serve as your impartial witness when important documents are signed. Please call for details.
We can prepare and file your Foreign Bank and Financial Account Report.
Please fill out this form to make an appointment with us. We will contact you as soon as possible to let you know which of your preferred dates and times are available.
Please send your request 7 to 10 days before your preferred appointment.
List three dates and times you would like to make an appointment with Gary. During the tax season (from January to April), we are available from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven days a week.
Please enter your preferred dates and times in the following format: February 25 at 5:30pm or March 1 in the evening.
We will contact you as soon as possible to let you know which date and time is available
If you prefer to have a no-contact appointment, please request an email from us with a seperate link to attach your documents.
NOTE: If you do not receive an email response within 24 hours, please call the office at 301-322-7290.
Please use the Checklist, and Organizer as your guide. They can be found under the "Forms" tab. Any documents that support the information you include on them, should be brought in with you as well as your previous year tax return and settlement papers of any property sales and purchases. Do not forget your dependent information including their Social Security numbers.
No, we do not administer Refund Anticipation Loans. We do not believe they are advantageous to our clients.
The tax preparation fee depends on the complexity of your return and is calculated based on the forms needed to complete your return.
This answer will vary from couple to couple. There are few factors including business deductions, and dependents that have to be taken into account before making this decision about your filing status. It is best to fill out both types of returns, and then choose the one that will give you the least tax liability.
Yes, but only for the portion that exceeds 7.5% of your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI). In other words, the medical expenses must reach thousands of dollars before they have an impact on your tax return.
The Federal refund will be deposited into your account 8-15 days after the acceptance of electronic filing. If you choose to get a check, it'll take a week longer. State refunds vary, but for example Maryland, Virginia, and DC returns are usually in your account in 3-5 days.
Please have your tax return at hand and visit the sites below to check your refund status. The Federal refund will be deposited into your account 10-14 days after the acceptance of electronic filing. If you choose to get a check, it will take a week longer. State refunds vary. For example, a Maryland return is usually deposited in your account in 3-5 days.
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Gary Spoon CPA was established in 1987 in Annapolis, MD. The office was relocated to Cheverly Maryland a year later. The Cheverly office provides for convenient access from Route 50, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, and is within minutes of the Cheverly Metro Station.
Gary Spoon CPA PC is an Authorized IRS e-file provider.
Our main service consists of preparing tax filings for our approximately 800 individual and 50 business clients. We strive for expedient service and offer e-filing at no additional fee.
After decades in the intelligence community with the federal government and the Air Force, Gary started tax preparation services in 1987. He acquired the Certified Public Accountant certification in 1992 and obtains rigorous continuing education annually. Gary has years of experience with assisting a multifaceted clientele with their tax preparation, financial advice and tax problem resolutions. He strives to provide analytical and efficient services for a reasonable fee.
After 30 years in the local, regional and international public sector service, Paivi is now an IRS Enrolled Agent. She has worked in the Gary Spoon CPA office from 1987. She focuses on small business services, tax problem resolutions and financial planning services.
Stacy has worked in front desk and customer relationship management for more than two decades. She began working with the Gary Spoon CPA office in 2009. In 2017 she completed certification for the IRS VITA/VCE (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax counseling for the Elderly) prorgrams. She is responsible for office management, scheduling and greeting clients and data input. She has a shared commitment to providing you with an excellent client experience.
Christian started working part time for the Gary Spoon CPA office in February of 2020. He is a student at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. He is responsible for office management, data input as well as scheduling and greeting clients.
Ilona (Ili) Horchler is a Kindergarten teacher at Maryvale Elementary in Rockville. She started working part-time with the Gary Spoon CPA office during the 2023 tax season and is responsible for office management, data input, as well as scheduling and greeting clients.
Matthew has worked part-time with the Gary Spoon CPA office since 2015. He is responsible for office management, data input and scheduling and greeting clients.
Lane Thompson is a resident of Cheverly, MD, having just returned from several years living outside the United States. She started working part-time with the Gary Spoon CPA office during the 2023 tax season and is responsible for office management, data input, as well as scheduling and greeting clients.
Exit 22B-BW Parkway South.
After 3 miles, exit to Cheverly, Route 202.
At traffic light at the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto 202.
At the second traffic light, turn right onto Cheverly Avenue.
After 5 blocks, turn left onto Forest Road (sign for Community Center).
After the stop sign, 6209 Forest Road is the 3rd house on the right.
My office is located above the garage.
Drive west toward DC on Route 50, proceed past the beltway.
3 miles inside the Beltway, exit on Route 202, bear right.
At 3rd traffic light, turn left onto Cheverly Avenue.
After 5 blocks, turn left onto Forest Road (sign for Community Center).
After the stop sign, 6209 Forest Road is the 3rd house on the right.
My office is located above the garage.
Take New York Avenue to BW Parkway North.
1st BW Parkway Exit (after Pepsi Plant).
At the traffic light at the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto 202.
First right onto Cheverly Avenue.
After 5 blocks, turn left onto Forest Road (sign for Community Center).
After the stop sign, 6209 Forest Road is the 3rd house on the right.
My office is located above the garage.
Take the Orange Line toward New Carrollton.
Exit at the Cheverly Metro Station.
Call ahead and we may be able to pick you up at the Cheverly Metro Station.
If you prefer to make the 15 minute walk, follow Cheverly Avenue and make a right onto Forest Road.
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