Tax Accounting in Austin, TX That Saves You Money

We help business owners and high-income individuals across the Austin metro area (Taylor, Hutto, Pflugerville, Round Rock, Georgetown and beyond) legally reduce taxes through smart strategies, not guesswork. As an Enrolled Agent with 10+ years of bookkeeping and tax experience, we understand the Texas business landscape. Personalized tax planning that actually saves you money.

Why We’re Different

You get direct access to an Enrolled Agent who’s deep in the Texas tax world. We don’t outsource. We don’t hand you off to junior staff. We plan your year strategically, then prepare your return to execute that plan. Most tax preparers file returns. We reduce your taxes.

Our Austin, TX Metro Tax Services

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Business Taxes

Maximize deductions, minimize liability. Whether self-employed, S-Corp, LLC, Partnership, or sole proprietor, we optimize your structure and identify every deduction. We handle returns from simple sole proprietorships to complex multi-entity operations.

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Personal Income Taxes

Itemized vs. standard deductions, tax credits, complex investment income, and year-round planning. High-income earners benefit from our strategic approach to minimize alternative minimum tax (AMT) and maximize retirement contributions significantly.

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Real Estate Taxes

Short-term rentals, long-term investments, 1031 exchanges, and cost segregation studies. Real estate investment in the Austin metro area can be highly tax-efficient when structured correctly, professionally managed, and strategically planned.

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Tax Planning & Prep

Strategic planning to reduce taxes in 2025 and beyond. We review your full financial picture and identify opportunities most tax preparers miss, then implement strategies to keep more of what you earn and build wealth year after year.

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Business Entity Formation

LLC, S-Corp, Partnership formation and tax election guidance in Austin, Texas. We handle all paperwork, advise on the best structure for your situation, and ensure your entity is optimized for both liability protection and tax efficiency from day one.

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Bookkeeping & Payroll

Accurate books and on-time payroll, handled. We keep your financials clean, your team paid correctly, and your filings compliant all year, so you stay cash-flow aware, penalty-free, and ready at tax time without the last-minute scramble.

Our Process in 3 Steps

Our Process in 3 Steps

Submit Your Documents

You submit documents (at least 3 days before appointment)

Opportunities Identified

We review your situation and identify tax opportunities specific to you

Tax Strategy Discussed

We meet to discuss your taxes, answer all questions, and plan next year

Why Choose Empire Income Tax?

We’re not just tax preparers. We’re tax strategists committed to saving you money. Here’s how:

  • Enrolled Agent (highest IRS credential) – We stay current on tax law year-round and represent you before the IRS in audits.
  • Expert strategies – We find deductions you might miss: Augusta Rule, equipment depreciation, entity structure optimization, and more.
  • Available all year – Questions after tax season? We’re here. Tax advice doesn’t stop on April 15.

  • Direct access to experienced tax pros – You work with Brenda Kirby, not a junior preparer. We understand your situation personally.

  • Strategic planning, not just filing – We plan your year to minimize taxes, then prepare your return to execute that plan.
  • Real estate expertise – Rental properties, 1031 exchanges, cost segregation, depreciation strategies. We specialize in investor taxes.

  • Texas-based, locally focused – We understand Federal tax rules and serve Austin, Taylor, Hutto, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Georgetown. You’re not a ticket number.

  • Transparent guidance – We explain your options clearly so you understand the “why” behind our recommendations.
  • Proven results – Our clients save 10-20% on average through smart deductions and entity structure optimization.

COMMON QUESTIONS WE GET

Empire Income Tax is an IRS Enrolled Agent firm based in Taylor, TX, serving the Austin metro. We help business owners, high-income individuals, and real estate investors legally reduce taxes through year-round strategy and accurate return preparation, in person or remotely.

An Enrolled Agent (EA) holds the highest credential the IRS awards. EAs are federally licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS in audits, appeals, and collections, and must stay current on tax law every year. At Empire Income Tax you work directly with an EA, not a junior preparer.

We serve the greater Austin, Texas metro from our Taylor office, including Austin, Taylor, Hutto, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Georgetown. Appointments are available in person or remotely.

Most preparers only file your return in April. We plan your taxes year-round, then prepare the return to execute that plan. You get direct access to an Enrolled Agent, and we never outsource your work.

Both. We work with clients in person at our Taylor, TX office and fully remotely across the Austin metro. All work is by appointment only; call 737-391-9994 to schedule.

It varies by situation, but our clients save 10-20% on average through smart deductions and entity structure optimization, such as S-Corp election, depreciation strategies, and the Augusta Rule.

OUR CLIENTS LOVE US!

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Donald B.
2 months ago
I was looking for a tax pro and was recommended Brenda by a friend. She’s friendly, knowledgeable, and was able to navigate all my questions. If you’re looking to make your taxes painless, she’s the one to call.
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S S
2 months ago
I’ve been working with Brenda for my farm taxes, and she has been excellent. She understands agricultural tax work very well, including Schedule F reporting, equipment depreciation, and properly categorizing farm income and expenses.

She made the process much easier for me by helping keep everything organized and making sure I didn’t miss important deductions related to my farming operation. She is responsive, professional, and takes the time to explain things clearly without overcomplicating it.

I feel confident that my taxes are accurate and handled correctly. I would highly recommend Brenda to any farmer or self-employed business owner looking for a knowledgeable and reliable tax professional.
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Rebecca G.
4 months ago
I needed a tax person who can do both my personal and small business tax returns, who really knows tax laws, and how to get the biggest tax advantages and returns because of their experience and knowledge. Brenda is the whole package and has done my tax returns for 3 years now. She makes it an easy, stress-free process, and always answers all my questions, even when I need advice for my business throughout the year. Thank you Brenda at Empire Income Tax, you are awesome!!