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Michael A. Cook LLC

Tax Preparation & Bookkeeping Services - Made Simple

Designed for Solopreneurs & Small Service-Based Businesses

Simple. Clear. Stress-Free.

Your business may be small—but your financial life matters.

I offer practical, straightforward tax and bookkeeping services that help you stay organized, tax-ready, and confident all year long.

No overwhelm.
No jargon.
Just reliable support that fits the solopreneur lifestyle.


 

Monthly Bookkeeping

Stay organized, tax-ready, and stress-free with clean books and consistent support.

Ideal for:
Freelancers, consultants, contractors, gig workers, and one-person businesses that want simple, dependable bookkeeping.

What’s Included:

  • Monthly bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online

  • Categorized transactions

  • Bank and credit card reconciliations

  • Clean, tax-ready financial reports

  • Monthly summary or check-in

  • Year-end support for tax preparation

This service keeps your business lean, organized, and manageable—so you can focus on the work you do best.


 

Bookkeeping Clean-Up / Catch-Up / Monthly

Behind on your books? You’re not alone—and it’s fixable.

I’ll clean up past months (or years) of bookkeeping, correct errors, and bring everything up to date so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

You’ll Receive:

  • Clean, accurate books

  • Fully reconciled accounts

  • Correct categorization and error correction

  • Tax-ready financial statements

  • A clean start for a calmer year ahead


 

Tax Preparation for Individuals & Solopreneurs

Clear, honest, and stress-free tax preparation—from someone who understands solopreneur life.

Who I Serve:

  • Individuals and families

  • Freelancers and contractors

  • Solopreneurs and single-member LLCs

  • Small service-based businesses

  • Schedule C filers

  • S-Corporations and Partnerships

What You Can Expect:

  • Accurate, straightforward tax returns

  • Clear explanations in plain English

  • Secure digital client portal

  • E-filing and timely turnaround

  • No surprises

I help you understand what’s happening, avoid costly mistakes, and keep more of what you earn.


 

Year-Round Tax Support & Advisory

Taxes aren’t just once a year—they’re ongoing decisions.

You’ll receive steady guidance to stay tax-ready, avoid surprises, and make informed business choices throughout the year.

This Includes:

  • Estimated tax planning

  • Identifying tax-saving opportunities

  • Avoiding penalties

  • Simple strategies for solopreneurs

  • Support for business decisions (equipment, contractors, etc.)

This is calm, proactive support—so you’re never scrambling.


 

Additional Services

  • QuickBooks setup and optimization

  • 1099 filing for contractors

  • Sales tax support (select NY / NJ businesses)

  • Partnership and business returns (IT-204, 1065)

  • Small business consulting

  • IRS notices and letters assistance


 

Why Solopreneurs Choose Michael

✔ Clear explanations—no jargon
✔ Practical, easy-to-maintain systems
✔ Calm, honest, dependable support
✔ Secure client portal for documents and communication
✔ Less stress at tax time
✔ A trusted partner who genuinely cares

Your business should support your life—not overwhelm it.
My services are designed to keep things organized, manageable, and calm.


 

What It’s Like to Work With Michael

As easy as 1, 2, 3:

Step 1 — Free Intro Call
We talk through your situation and goals.

Step 2 — Secure Setup
You’re onboarded using a simple, secure system.

Step 3 — Ongoing Support
Year-round help you can count on—without chasing anyone down.


 

Ready to Get Started?

Let’s make your bookkeeping and taxes simple again.

Schedule a Free 15-Minute Intro Call

📞 (516) 872-4247
💬 (516) 210-5146
✉️ michael@mcooktaxes.com

Trusted. Professional. Supportive.
Always just a message or call away.


 

Transparent and Fair Pricing

I believe in clear, upfront pricing—based on the time, complexity, and care required for your work. There are no surprises.


Tax Preparation

Individual tax returns
Pricing typically starts around $390, depending on your situation.

Business tax returns
Pricing generally starts around $650 and varies based on entity type, bookkeeping quality, and complexity.

Final pricing is confirmed in advance after a review of your documents.


Bookkeeping Services

Monthly bookkeeping services
Starting at $225 per month

Pricing is based on:

  • Number of bank and liability accounts

  • Transaction volume

  • Condition of your books

Cleanup or catch-up work is quoted separately.


All work is handled personally by Michael—with care, clarity, and confidentiality.
No surprises. No pressure. No stress.


 

Let’s See Where You Stand

Book your free diagnostic call today.
Let’s find out how your books or tax situation might be costing you more than you think — and how we can fix it together.

📞 (516) 872-4247
📧 michael@mcooktaxes.com

 

Need Help With:

We’ve got your back. Call or email us today.

  • IRS letters or tax problems
  • Unfiled returns or prior year cleanup
  • Planning ahead and reducing future tax stress
  • Staying organized with your business books
  • Bookkeeping and advisory
Michael A. Cook LLC

Why Bookkeeping Matters

Bookkeeping is more than just numbers—it’s peace of mind.

Every business, big or small, needs clear, reliable, and tax-ready books.
Good bookkeeping means:

  • Smarter tax savings
  • Better cash flow awareness
  • Confident business decisions
  • Growth with less guesswork
  • Profitable, compliant, and stress-free

Let's jump on a FREE diagnostic call to see where your books might be costing you money!

📞 (516) 872-4247
📧 michael@mcooktaxes.com

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